ASRock AMD X870E Taichi Lite Motherboard Instruction Manual

1. Kupu Whakataki

This manual provides detailed instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of your ASRock AMD X870E Taichi Lite Motherboard. Please read this manual thoroughly before attempting any installation or configuration to ensure proper functionality and to prevent damage to your system components.

Figure 1: ASRock X870E Taichi Lite Motherboard. This image displays the overall layout of the motherboard, highlighting its EATX form factor and key component placements such as the CPU socket, DIMM slots, and M.2 slots.

2. Nga waahanga matua

• Pūwero Whakamahana M.2 Papa Maha Kore-Utauta: Ensures optimal thermal performance for M.2 SSDs without requiring tools for installation.
• 4 x M.2 Sockets: Provides extensive storage expansion options for high-speed NVMe SSDs.
• Exclusive 20K Cap with 1000uF Capacitance: Enhances power delivery stability and component longevity.
• USB4 Onboard: Offers high-speed data transfer and versatile connectivity for modern peripherals.
• Ultimate VRM Power: Delivers stable and efficient power to the CPU for optimal performance and overclocking potential.

3. Ihirangi mokete

Verify that all items listed below are present in your motherboard package. If any item is missing or damaged, please contact your retailer.

• ASRock X870E Taichi Lite Papamatua
• Aratohu Tāuta Tere
• Support CD/DVD
• Ngā Taura Raraunga SATA
• Antena Wi-Fi
• M.2 Ngā Wīwhi/Ngā Tūnga
• Other accessories (e.g., cable ties, stickers)

Figure 2: Motherboard and included accessories. This image shows the ASRock X870E Taichi Lite Motherboard alongside its standard accessories, including documentation, cables, and the Wi-Fi antenna.

4. Physical Layout

Kia mōhio koe ki ngā wāhanga me ngā hononga o tō papahoahoa.

Figure 3: Motherboard Component Layout. This diagram illustrates the main components of the ASRock X870E Taichi Lite, including the CPU socket, DDR5 DIMM slots, PCIe slots, M.2 sockets, and power connectors.

Figure 4: Cooling Features. This image highlights the extensive cooling solutions on the motherboard, including XXL VRM heatsinks, multi-layer M.2 heatsinks, and an enlarged chipset heatsink, ensuring stable operation under load.

Figure 5: Rear I/O Panel. This diagram details the rear input/output ports, including USB4, USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C, 5G LAN, HDMI, Wi-Fi 7 antenna connectors, and BIOS Flashback buttons.

5. Tatūnga Pūnaha

5.1 PTM Tāutanga

1. Whakatuwheratia te rīpene o te putanga CPU.
2. Āta whakaritea te PTM ki te putanga, kia rite te tohu tapatoru o te PTM ki te tohu o te putanga.
3. Āta whakanohoia te CPU ki roto i te putanga, kaua e pēhia kia kaha.
4. Katia te taunga turanga kia mau te PTM.

5.2 Tāutanga Mahara (RAM)

1. Whakatuwheratia nga topenga ki nga pito e rua o nga mokamoka DDR5 DIMM.
2. Whakahāngaihia te waeine mahara ki te mokamoka, me te whakarite kia ōrite te kohao o te waeine ki te kī i roto i te mokamoka.
3. Pēhia ki raro i ngā pito e rua o te kōwae mahara kia mau rā anō ngā topenga.

5.3 Storage (M.2) Installation

1. Locate an available M.2 socket and remove the heatsink.
2. Whakauruhia te M.2 SSD ki roto i te mokowā i te koki 30-tohu.
3. Gently push down the SSD and secure it with the toolless M.2 heatsink.

5.4 Kari Whakairoiro (PCIe) Tāutatanga

1. Whakatuwheratia te topenga pupuri i te mokamoka PCIe.
2. Whakahāngaihia tō kāri whakairoiro ki te mokamoka PCIe ka pēhi kia mau tonu kia pāwhiritia rā anō ki tōna tūranga.
3. Whakamauhia te kāri whakairoiro ki tō anga mā te whakamahi i ngā tīwiri.

5.5 Hononga Mana

• Honoa te hononga hiko ATX 24-pin mai i tō pūtake hiko ki te papahoahoa.
• Connect the 8-pin and/or 4-pin CPU power connectors to the motherboard.

5.6 Hononga Paewhiri Mua

Connect the front panel cables (power button, reset button, USB ports, audio jacks, etc.) to their respective headers on the motherboard. Refer to the motherboard diagram for exact locations.

6. BIOS Update Procedures

Keeping your BIOS updated ensures optimal performance, compatibility, and security. There are two primary methods for updating the BIOS on your ASRock X870E Taichi Lite Motherboard:

6.1 Whakamārama BIOS USB

Mā tēnei tikanga ka taea e koe te whakahōu i te BIOS me te kore e tāuta he CPU, RAM, kāri whakairoiro rānei.

1. Whakaritea te Puku USB: Format a USB drive (at least 32GB) to FAT32.
2. Tikiake i te BIOS: Tikiake i te BIOS hou file from the official ASRock webpae mo to tauira papahoa papa.
3. Rename BIOS File: Unuhia te kōtui kua tikiakehia file me te whakaingoa anō i te BIOS ROM file ki CREATIVE.ROM. Copy this renamed file ki te kōpaki pūtake o tō puku USB kua hōputuhia ki te FAT32.
4. Hono Hono: Ensure the motherboard is connected to the power supply, but do not power on the system.
5. Whakauruhia te USB: Insert the USB drive into the designated USB BIOS Flashback port on the rear I/O panel (refer to Figure 5 for location).
6. Initiate Flashback: Press and hold the USB BIOS Flashback button on the rear I/O panel for approximately 3 seconds until the LED light starts to blink.
7. Aroturuki i te ahunga whakamua: The LED will blink during the update process. Wait until the LED stops blinking, indicating the BIOS update is complete.
8. Manatokohia te Whakahou: Power on the system and enter the BIOS setup (usually by pressing F2 or Delete during POST) to verify the updated BIOS version.

6.2 Kohiko Inamata

This method requires a functional system with a CPU, RAM, and graphics card installed.

1. Whakaritea te Puku USB: Format a USB drive (at least 32GB) to FAT32.
2. Tikiake i te BIOS: Tikiake i te BIOS hou file from the official ASRock webpae mo to tauira papahoa papa.
3. Copy BIOS File: Unuhia te kōtui kua tikiakehia file ā, tāruatia te ROM BIOS file (no renaming needed for Instant Flash) to the root directory of your FAT32 formatted USB drive.
4. Whakauruhia te USB: Insert the USB drive into any available USB port on the motherboard.
5. Enter BIOS Setup: Power on your system and press F2 or Delete during POST to enter the BIOS setup menu.
6. Access Instant Flash: Navigate to the 'Tool' menu and select 'Instant Flash'.
7. Whakaū Whakahōu: The utility will detect the BIOS file on your USB drive. Select the correct BIOS version and confirm to proceed with the update.
8. Whakahoutia te Pūnaha: After the update is complete, the system will prompt you to reboot.
9. Load Defaults: After rebooting, enter the BIOS setup again. Go to the 'Exit' menu, select 'Load UEFI Defaults', and press 'Yes' to continue. Then select 'Save Changes and Exit' and press 'Yes' to exit the BIOS setup menu.

7. Whakatakotoranga

Figure 6: CPU Support List. This table provides a detailed list of compatible AMD Ryzen processors, their power requirements, clock speeds, cache sizes, and the minimum BIOS version required for support.

8. Te Raru

• Kore Mana: Ensure all power cables (24-pin ATX, 8-pin CPU) are securely connected. Check power supply functionality.
• Kore Whakaatu: Verify that the graphics card is properly seated in the PCIe slot and connected to the monitor. If using integrated graphics, ensure the monitor is connected to the motherboard's video output.
• Te Pūmautanga o te Pūnaha: Check RAM modules for proper seating. Ensure CPU cooler is correctly installed and making good contact. Update BIOS to the latest version.
• Ngā Take Pūtu: Verify boot order in BIOS. Check M.2 SSD or SATA drive connections. Clear CMOS if necessary (refer to Figure 5 for CLR CMOS button).

9. Tiaki

• Pupuri Ma: Regularly clean dust from the motherboard and cooling components using compressed air. Ensure proper airflow within the PC case.
• Whakahōu BIOS: Tirohia te ASRock i ia wā website for new BIOS updates to improve system stability and compatibility.
• Whakahōu Atekōkiri: Keep all system drivers (chipset, graphics, audio, LAN) updated to their latest versions for optimal performance.

10. Pūtāhui me te Tautoko

For warranty information, technical support, or service inquiries, please refer to the warranty card included in your product package or visit the official ASRock website. You can also find additional resources, FAQs, and driver downloads on their support page.

ASRock Official Webpae: www.asrock.com