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Version 1.0 Published January 2021 Copyright©2021 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. Copyright Notice: No part of this documentation may be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or translated in any language, in any form or by any means, except duplication of documentation by the purchaser for backup - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 3
in, and licensed in accordance with, an enclosed license.txt file or other text or file. (e) Intel has no obligation to provide any support, technical assistance or updates for the Software. OWNERSHIP OF SOFTWARE AND COPYRIGHTS. Title to all copies of the Software remains with Intel or its - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 4
ES OF ANY KIND WHETHER UNDER THIS AGREEMENT OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF INTEL HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. LICENSE TO USE COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS. This Agreement does NOT obligate Licensee to provide Intel with comments or suggestions regarding the Software. However, if Licensee - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 5
Checker 25 2.8 M.2 WiFi/BT Module and Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/BT) Installation Guide 26 2.9 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1) 28 2.10 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_2) 32 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 36 3.1 Installing Drivers 36 3.2 ASRock - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 6
3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop 40 3.3.1 UI Overview 40 3.3.2 Apps 41 3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers 44 3.3.4 Setting 45 3.4 Nahimic Audio 46 3.5 ASRock Polychrome SYNC 47 Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 50 4.1 Introduction 50 4.2 EZ Mode 51 4.3 Advanced Mode 52 4.3.1 UEFI Menu Bar 52 - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 7
4.8 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen 80 4.9 Security Screen 83 4.10 Boot Screen 84 4.11 Exit Screen 87 - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 8
Contents • ASRock B560M Steel Legend Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) • ASRock B560M Steel Legend Quick Installation Guide • ASRock B560M Steel Legend Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 3 x Screws for M.2 Sockets (Optional) • 1 x Standoff for - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 9
10th Gen Intel® CoreTM Processors and 11th Gen Intel® CoreTM Processors (LGA1200) • Digi Power design • 10 Power Phase design • Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Max 3.0 Technology Chipset • Intel® B560 Memory • Dual Channel DDR4 Memory Technology • 4 x DDR4 DIMM Slots • 11th Gen Intel® CoreTM - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 10
Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color (12bpc), xvYCC and HBR (High Bit Rate Audio) with HDMI 2.0 Port (Compliant HDMI monitor is required) • Supports HDCP 2.3 with HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.4 Ports • Supports 4K Ultra HD (UHD) playback with HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.4 Ports * 11th Gen Intel® CoreTM Processors - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 11
Rapid Storage Technology 18, NCQ, AHCI and Hot Plug* * If M2_2 is occupied by a SATA-type M.2 device, SATA3_1 will be disabled. • 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_1), supports M Key type 2242/2260/2280 M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen4 x4 (64 Gb/s) (with 11th Gen Intel® CoreTM Processors) or Gen3 x4 (32 Gb - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 12
the water cooler fan of maximum 2A (24W) fan power. • 3 x Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control) * The Chassis/Water Pump Fan supports the water cooler fan of maximum 2A (24W) fan power. * CPU_FAN2/WP, CHA_FAN1/WP, CHA_FAN2/WP and CHA_FAN3/WP can auto detect if 3-pin or - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 13
Hardware Monitor OS Certifications • Fan Tachometer: CPU, CPU/Water Pump, Chassis/Water Pump Fans • Quiet Fan (Auto adjust chassis fan speed by CPU temperature): CPU, CPU/Water Pump, Chassis/Water Pump Fans • Fan Multi-Speed Control: CPU, CPU/Water Pump, Chassis/ Water Pump Fans • CASE OPEN - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 14
1.3 Motherboard Layout B560M Steel Legend English 7 - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 15
No. Description 1 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 2 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1) 3 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2) 4 CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2/WP) 5 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 6 Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED1) 7 RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1) 8 ATX Power - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 16
1.4 I/O Panel 1 B560M Steel Legend 35 2 46 13 12 11 10 9 87 No. Description No. Description 1 USB 2.0 Ports (USB12) 8 Optical SPDIF Out Port 2 2.5G LAN RJ-45 Port (Dragon RTL8125BG)* 9 USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (USB3_3_4) 3 Central / Bass (Orange) 10 USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports (USB3_1_2) 4 Rear - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 17
** If you use a 2-channel speaker, please connect the speaker's plug into "Front Speaker Jack". See the table below for connection details in accordance with the type of speaker you use. Audio Output Channels 2 4 6 8 Front Speaker (No. 6) V V V V Rear Speaker (No. 4) -V V V Central / Bass (No. - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 18
B560M Steel Legend Chapter 2 Installation This is a Micro 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 B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 19
2.1 Installing the CPU 1. Before you insert the 1200-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 B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 20
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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. 14 English - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 22
2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink B560M Steel Legend 1 2 CPU_FAN 15 English - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 23
2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 288-pin DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1. For dual channel configuration, you always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM pairs. 2. - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 24
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2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express 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 hardware - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 26
B560M Steel Legend 2.5 Jumpers Setup The illustration shows how jumpers are setup. When the jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is "Short". If no jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is "Open". Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1) (see p.7, No. 23) 2-pin Jumper Short: Clear CMOS Open: - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 27
2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Placing jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the motherboard. System Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1) (see p.7, No. 13) - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 28
No. 12) (Lower) Vertical: (SATA3_0: see p.7, No. 15) (SATA3_1: see p.7, No. 14) SATA3_0 SATA3_1 SATA3_4 SATA3_2 SATA3_5 SATA3_3 These six SATA3 connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices with up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. * If M2_2 is occupied by a SATA-type M.2 device - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 29
for connecting audio devices to the front audio panel. 1. 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. 2. If you use an AC'97 audio panel - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 30
13-pin SPI_TPM_J1) (see p.7, No. 16) SPI_DQ3 +3.3V Dummy CLK SPI_MOSI RST# TPM_PIRQ 1 SPI_TPM_CS# GND RSMRST# SPI_MISO SPI_CS0 SPI_DQ2 This connector supports SPI Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 31
: Never install the RGB LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may be damaged. *Please refer to page 47 for further instructions on these two headers. These two Addressable headers are used to connect Addressable LED extension cable which allows users to choose from various LED - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 32
B560M Steel Legend 2.7 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. 25 English - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 33
Module and Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/BT) Installation Guide The M.2, also known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. The M.2 Socket (Key E) supports type 2230 WiFi/BT module and Intel® CNVi (Integrated - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 34
A A 20o A B560M Steel Legend Step 3 Gently insert the WiFi/BT module or Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/ BT) into the M.2 slot. Please be aware that the module only fits in one orientation. Step 4 Tighten the screw with a screwdriver to secure the module into place. Please do not overtighten the - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 35
2.9 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1) The M.2, also known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. The Hyper M.2 Sockets (M2_1) supports M Key type 2242/2260/2280 M.2 PCI Express module up to - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 36
2 1 B560M Steel Legend 1 Step 3 Before installing a M.2 (NGFF) SSD module, please loosen the screws to remove the M.2 heatsink. *Please remove the protective films on the bottom side of the M.2 heatsink before you install a M.2 SSD module. C B A Step 4 Prepare the M.2 standoff that comes - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 37
1 2 2 Step 6 Tighten the screw with a screwdriver to secure the module and M.2 heatsink into place. Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module and M.2 heatsink. English 30 - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 38
B560M Steel Legend M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Support List Vendor ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA Apacer Corsair Intel Intel -00ENX0 (NVME) WDS512G1X0C-00ENX0 (NVME) For the latest updates of M.2_SSD (NFGG) module support list, please visit our website for details: http://www.asrock.com English 31 - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 39
2.10 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_2) The M.2, also known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. The Ultra M.2 Sockets (M2_2) supports M Key type 2280 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 40
B560M Steel Legend Step 3 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 fits in one orientation. A A 20o NUT2 NUT1 Step 4 Tighten the screw with a screwdriver to secure the module into place. Please do not overtighten - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 41
M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Support List Vendor ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA ADATA Apacer Corsair Crucial Crucial Intel Intel Intel Kingston Kingston Kingston OCZ PATRIOT Plextor - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 42
VSM100-240G-2280 VLM100-240G-2280B-RD WDS100T1B0B-00AS40 WDS240G1G0B-00RC30 WDS256G1X0C-00ENX0 (NVME) WDS512G1X0C-00ENX0 (NVME) For the latest updates of M.2_SSD (NFGG) module support list, please visit our website for details: http://www.asrock.com English 35 - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 43
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 - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 44
B560M Steel Legend 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 - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 45
OC Tweaker Configurations for overclocking the system. System Info View information about the system. *The System Browser tab may not appear for certain models. 38 English - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 46
B560M Steel Legend FAN-Tastic Tuning Configure up to five different fan speeds using the graph. The fans will automatically shift to the next speed level when the assigned temperature is met. Settings Configure ASRock ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning). Click to select "Auto run at Windows - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 47
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 Live Update & APP Shop, you can optimize your system and keep your motherboard up to date simply with a few clicks - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 48
B560M Steel Legend 3.3.2 Apps When the "Apps" tab is selected, you will see all the available apps on screen for you to download. Installing an App Step 1 Find the app you want to install. The most recommended app appears on the left side of the screen. The other various apps are shown on the right. - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 49
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. English To uninstall it, simply click on the trash can icon . *The trash icon may not appear for - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 50
B560M Steel Legend 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 - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 51
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. - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 52
B560M Steel Legend 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. 45 English - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 53
3.4 Nahimic Audio Nahimic audio software provides an incredible high definition sound technology which boosts the audio and voice performance of your system. Nahimic Audio interface is composed of four tabs: Audio, Microphone, Sound Tracker and Settings. There are four functions in Nahimic audio : - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 54
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. 47 English - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 55
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. English 48 - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 56
B560M Steel Legend 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 - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 57
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 or right after you power on the computer, otherwise, the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) will continue with its test - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 58
B560M Steel Legend 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 - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 59
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 or click the "EZ Mode" button at the upper right corner of the screen. 4.3.1 UEFI Menu Bar The top of the - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 60
B560M Steel Legend 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 to get into the sub screen. You can also use the mouse to click your required item. Please - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 61
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 - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 62
4.5 OC Tweaker Screen In the OC Tweaker screen, you can set up overclocking features. B560M Steel Legend 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 - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 63
frequency when the operating system requests the highest performance state. Intel Speed Shift Technology Enable/Disable Intel Speed Shift Technology support. Enabling will expose the CPPC v2 interface to allow for hardware controlled P-sates. Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Intel Turbo - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 64
Voltage Optimizations This service controls thermal based voltage optimizations for processors that implment the Intel Thermal Velocity Boost (TVB) feature. Dual Tau Boost Enable Dual Tau Boost feature. This is only applicable for CMLS 35W/65W/125W skus. This item is only supported with processors - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 65
Load XMP Setting Load XMP settings to overclock the memory and perform beyond standard specifications. DRAM Reference Clock 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 - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 66
B560M Steel Legend The amount of delay that must elapse after the completion of a valid write operation, before an active bank can be precharged. Refresh Cycle Time (tRFC) The number of clocks from a Refresh command until the first Activate command to the same rank. RAS to RAS Delay (tRRD_L) The - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 67
Turn Around Timing Turn Around Timing Optimization Auto is enabled in general case. tRDRD_sg Configure between module read to read delay. tRDRD_dg Configure between module read to read delay. tRDRD_dr Configure between module read to read delay. tRDRD_dd Configure between module read to read delay. - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 68
tWRWR_sg Configure between module write to write delay. tWRWR_dg Configure between module write to write delay. tWRWR_dr Configure between module write to write delay. tWRWR_dd Configure between module write to write delay. Round Trip Timing Round Trip Timing Optimization Auto is enabled in general - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 69
Initial RTL (B2 Rank2) Configure round trip latency initial value. RTL (A1 Rank1) Configure round trip latency. RTL (A1 Rank2) Configure round trip latency. RTL (A2 Rank1) Configure round trip latency. RTL (A2 Rank2) Configure round trip latency. RTL (B1 Rank1) Configure round trip latency. RTL (B1 - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 70
. The default is [Auto]. ODT NOM (B1) Use this to change ODT (CH B1) Auto/Manual settings. The default is [Auto]. ODT NOM (B2) Use this to change ODT (CH B2) Auto/Manual settings. The default is [Auto]. ODT PARK (A1) Configure the memory on die termination resistors' PARK for channel A1 - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 71
Reset for MRC Failed Reset system after MRC training is failed. Train on Warm Boot When enabled, memory training will be executed when warm boot. MRC Fast Boot Enable Memory Fast Boot to skip DRAM memory training for booting faster. Voltage Configuration Voltage Mode [OC]: Larger range voltage for - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 72
B560M Steel Legend DRAM Activating Power Supply Configure the voltage for the DRAM Activating Power Supply. VCCIN AUX Voltage Configure the voltage for the VCCIN AUX. CPU Standby Voltage Configure the voltage for the CPU Standby. PLL Voltage Configuration CPU Internal PLL Voltage Default is 0.900V. - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 73
lock internal clock during High frequency under Ln2 cooling. For Example: 1.0575V ~ 1.1625V will be proper value. But the voltage level will be different on each processor. User has to find the best value for your own processor. VCCPLL Voltage must be at least 150mV higher than the target PLL - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 74
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 B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 75
on threaded software is improved. Active Processor Cores Select the number of cores to enable in each processor package. CPU C States Support Enable CPU C States Support for power saving. It is recommended to keep C6 and C7 all enabled for better power saving. Enhanced Halt State (C1E) Enable - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 76
. This is applicable for Big Core only. Intel AVX-512 Enable/Disable the Intel AVX-512 (a.k.a. AVX3) Instructions. This is applicable for Big Core only. Intel Virtualization Technology Intel Virtualization Technology allows a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 77
primary VGA. Above 4G Decoding Enable or disable 64bit capable Devices to be decoded in Above 4G Address Space (only if the system supports 64 bit PCI decoding). VT-d Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O helps your virtual machine monitor better utilize hardware by improving application - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 78
This option enables/disables the control of ASPM on CPU side of the DMI Link. PCH DMI ASPM Support This option enables/disables the ASPM support for all PCH DMI devices. Share Memory Configure the size of memory that is allocated to the integrated graphics processor when the system boots up. - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 79
Enable/disable front panel HD audio. Onboard HDMI HD Audio Enable audio for the onboard digital outputs. Onboard WAN Device Use this item to enable or disable the onboard WAN device. WAN Radio Enable/disable the WiFi module's connectivity. Bluetooth Enable/disable the Bluetooth connectivity. Deep - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 80
Enable/disable the SATA controllers. SATA Mode Selection AHCI: Supports new features that improve performance. SATA Aggressive Link Power low power state during periods of inactivity to save power. It is only supported by AHCI mode. Hard Disk S.M.A.R.T. S.M.A.R.T stands for Self-Monitoring, Analysis - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 81
4.6.4 Super IO Configuration PS2 Y-Cable Enable the PS2 Y-Cable or set this option to Auto. 74 English - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 82
to RAM Select disable for ACPI suspend type S1. It is recommended to select auto for ACPI S3 power saving. PS/2 Keyboard S4/S5 Wakeup Support Allow the system to be waked up by a PS/2 Keyboard in S4/S5. PCIE Devices Power On Allow the system to be waked up by - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 83
compatibility issues it is recommended to disable legacy USB support. Select UEFI Setup Only to support USB devices under the UEFI setup and Windows/Linux operating systems only. XHCI Hand-off This is a workaround for OSes without XHCI hand-off support. The XHCI ownership change should be claimed by - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 84
4.6.7 Trusted Computing B560M Steel Legend Security Device Support Enable or disable BIOS support for security device. English 77 - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 85
RGB Select LED lighting color. UEFI Tech Service Contact ASRock Tech Service if you are having trouble with your PC. Please setup network configuration before using UEFI Tech Service. SSD Secure Erase Tool All the SSD's listed that supports Secure Erase function. NVME Sanitization Tool After - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 86
B560M Steel Legend Flash. *For BIOS backup and recovery purpose, it is recommended to plug in your USB pen drive before using this function. Network Configuration Use this to configure internet connection settings for Internet Flash. Internet Setting Enable or disable sound effects in the setup - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 87
4.8 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen This section allows you to monitor the status of the hardware on your system, including the parameters of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, fan speed and voltage. Fan Tuning Measure Fan Min Duty Cycle. Fan-Tastic Tuning Select a fan mode for - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 88
B560M Steel Legend CPU Fan 2 Control Mode Select DC/PWM mode for CPU Fan 2. CPU Fan 2 Setting Select a fan mode for CPU Fan 2, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature. CPU Fan 2 Temp Source Select a fan temperature source for CPU Fan 2. - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 89
Chassis Fan 2 Setting Select a fan mode for Chassis Fan 2, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature. Chassis Fan 2 Temp Source Select a fan temperature source for Chassis Fan 2. Chassis Fan 2 Step Up Set the value of Chassis Fan 2 Step Up. - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 90
settings in the UEFI Setup Utility. Leave it blank and press enter to remove the password. Secure Boot Use this item to enable or disable support for Secure Boot. Intel(R) Platform Trust Technology Enable/disable Intel PTT in ME. Disable this option to use discrete TPM Module. 83 English - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 91
priority. Fast Boot Fast Boot minimizes your computer's boot time. In fast mode you may not boot from an USB storage device. 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 only way to - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 92
If the computer fails to boot for a number of times the system automatically restores the default settings. CSM (Compatibility Support Module) CSM Enable to launch the Compatibility Support Module. Please do not disable unless you're running a WHCK test. Launch PXE OpROM Policy Select UEFI only to - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 93
Select UEFI only to run those that support UEFI option ROM only. Select Legacy only to run those that support legacy option ROM only. Select Do not launch to not execute both legacy and UEFI option ROM. Other PCI Device ROM Priority For PCI devices - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 94
4.11 Exit Screen B560M Steel Legend Save Changes and Exit When you select this option the following message, "Save configuration changes and exit setup?" will pop out. Select [OK] to save changes and exit the UEFI SETUP UTILITY. Discard Changes and Exit When you select this option the following - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 95
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. 2, Jhongyang S. Rd., Beitou District, Taipei City 112, Taiwan (R.O.C.) ASRock - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 96
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2.1077(a) Responsible Party Name: ASRock Incorporation Address: 13848 Magnolia Ave, Chino, CA91710 Phone/Fax No: +1-909-590-8308/+1-909-590-1026 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : B560M Steel Legend Conforms to - ASRock B560M Steel Legend | User Manual - Page 97
EU Declaration of Conformity For the following equipment: Motherboard (Product Name) B560M Steel Legend / ASRock (Model Designation / Trade Name) ASRock Incorporation (Manufacturer Name) 2F., No.37, Sec. 2, Jhongyang S. Rd., Beitou District, Taipei City 112, Taiwan (R.O.C.) (Manufacturer Address)
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