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  • Page 2: Copyright Notice

    (including damages for loss of profits, loss of business, loss of data, interruption of business and the like), even if ASRock has been advised of the possibility of such damages arising from any defect or error in the documentation or product.
  • Page 3 If you require assistance please call ASRock Tel : +886-2-28965588 ext.123 (Standard International call charges apply) The terms HDMI™...
  • Page 4 CE Warning This device complies with directive 2014/53/EU issued by the Commision of the European Community. This equipment complies with EU radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator &...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Package Contents Specifications Motherboard Layout I/O Panel Chapter 2 Installation Installing the CPU Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) Jumpers Setup Onboard Headers and Connectors Smart Switch Dr.
  • Page 7 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_2) Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation Installing Drivers A-Tuning 3.2.1 Installing A-Tuning 3.2.2 Using A-Tuning ASRock Live Update & APP Shop 3.3.1 UI Overview 3.3.2 Apps 3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers 3.3.4 Setting ASRock Polychrome RGB...
  • Page 8 4.4.6 ACPI Configuration 4.4.7 AMD CBS 4.4.8 AMD PBS Tools Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen Security Screen Boot Screen Exit Screen...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction

    If you require technical support related to this mother- board, please visit our website for specific information about the model you are using. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support list on ASRock’s website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com.

  • Page 10: Specifications

    * For Ryzen Series CPUs (Raven Ridge), ECC is only supported with PRO CPUs. * Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock’s website for more information. (http://www.asrock.com/) * Please refer to page 26 for DDR4 UDIMM maximum frequency support.
  • Page 11 X470 Taichi Expansion • 2 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 Slots (single at x16 (PCIE1); dual at Slot x8 (PCIE1) / x8 (PCIE3))* * Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks • 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 Slot (PCIE5 @ x4 mode) * If PCIE5 slot is occupied, M2_2 will be disabled • 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slots (Flexible PCIe)
  • Page 12 - Impedance Sensing on Line Out port - Individual PCB Layers for R/L Audio Channel - RGB LED - Gold Audio Jacks - 15μ Gold Audio Connector • Supports DTS Connect • Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s • GigaLAN Intel® I211AT • Supports Wake-On-LAN • Supports Lightning/ESD Protection • Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az...
  • Page 13 (20 Gb/s)* * If M2_2 is occupied, PCIE5 slot will be disabled * Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks * Supports ASRock U.2 Kit Connector • 1 x Power LED and Speaker Header • 1 x AMD Fan LED Header * The AMD Fan LED Header supports LED strips of maximum load of 3A (36W) and length up to 2.5M.
  • Page 14 • 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x 4 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector (15μ Gold Audio Connector) • 1 x AMD LED Fan USB Header • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection) • 2 x USB 3.1 Gen1 Headers (Support 4 USB 3.1 Gen1 ports)
  • Page 15 • ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * 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.

  • Page 16: Motherboard Layout

    USB 3.1 Gen2 T: USB31_TA_1 B: USB31_TC_1 CHA_FAN1/WP AMD_FAN_LED1 USB_5 F_USB31_TC_1 PCIE1 RoHS BIOS PCIE2 CMOS Battery Promontory X470 PCIE3 AUDIO CODEC PCIE4 X470 Taichi CLRMOS1 PCIE5 ADDR_LED1 USB_3_4 USB_1_2 PLED PWRBTN CHA_FAN2/WP SPK_PLED1 Debug HD_AUDIO1 RGB_LED1 HDLED RESET PANEL1...
  • Page 17 X470 Taichi No. Description 8 pin 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 4 pin 12V Power Connector (ATX12V2) Chassis / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3/WP) CPU / Waterpump Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2/WP) CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1)

  • Page 18: I/O Panel

    1.4 I/O Panel No. Description No. Description PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A Port (USB31_TA_1) LAN RJ-45 Port (Intel® I211AT)* USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C Port (USB31_TC_1) Central / Bass (Orange) USB 3.1 Gen1 Ports (USB3_5_6) Rear Speaker (Black) USB 3.1 Gen1 Ports (USB3_3_4) Line In (Light Blue) HDMI Port Front Speaker (Lime)**...
  • Page 19 X470 Taichi ** 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 Front Speaker Rear Speaker...
  • Page 20 1.5 WiFi-802.11ac Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antenna WiFi-802.11ac + BT Module This motherboard comes with an exclusive WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac + BT v4.2 module (pre-installed on the rear I/O panel) that offers support for WiFi 802.11 a/b/ g/n/ac connectivity standards and Bluetooth v4.2. WiFi + BT module is an easy-to- use wireless local area network (WLAN) adapter to support WiFi + BT.
  • Page 21 X470 Taichi WiFi Antennas Installation Guide Step 1 Prepare the WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas that come with the package. Step 2 Connect the two WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas to the antenna connectors. Turn the antenna clock- wise until it is securely connected.

  • Page 22: Chapter 2 Installation

    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 motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.

  • Page 23: Installing The Cpu

    X470 Taichi 2.1 Installing the CPU Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.

  • Page 25: Installing The Cpu Fan And Heatsink

    X470 Taichi 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 that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in good contact with each other.
  • Page 27 X470 Taichi Installing the AM4 Box Cooler SR2...
  • Page 29 X470 Taichi 4-pin FAN cable RGB LED Cable +12V *The diagram shown here are for reference only. Please refer to page 35 for the orientation of AMD Fan LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1).
  • Page 30 Installing the AM4 Box Cooler SR3...
  • Page 31 X470 Taichi...
  • Page 33 +12V Please note that only one cable should be used at a time in this step. If you select AMD_FAN_LED1, please install ASRock utility "ASRock Polychrome RGB". If you select USB connector, please install AMD utility "SR3 Settings Software". *The diagram shown here are for reference only. Please refer to page 35 for the orientation of...

  • Page 34: Installing Memory Modules (Dimm)

    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.
  • Page 35 X470 Taichi Ryzen Series CPUs (Raven Ridge): UDIMM Memory Slot Frequency (Mhz) 2933 2667 2667 2400 2133 SR/DR SR/DR 1866 SR: Single rank DIMM, 1Rx4 or 1Rx8 on DIMM module label DR: Dual rank DIMM, 2Rx4 or 2Rx8 on DIMM module label...
  • Page 36 The DIMM only fits in one correct orientation. It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot at incorrect orientation.

  • Page 37: Expansion Slots (Pci Express Slots)

    X470 Taichi 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) There are 5 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 settings for the card before you start the installation.

  • Page 38: Jumpers Setup

    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 Short: Clear CMOS (CLRCMOS1) Open: Default 2-pin Jumper...

  • Page 39: Onboard Headers And Connectors

    X470 Taichi 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...
  • Page 40 Power LED and Speaker Please connect the SPEAKER DUMMY Header chassis power LED and DUMMY (7-pin SPK_PLED1) the chassis speaker to this (see p.8, No. 23) header. PLED+ PLED+ PLED- Serial ATA3 Connectors These eight SATA3 (SATA3_1_2: connectors support SATA see p.8, No.
  • Page 41 X470 Taichi (19-pin USB3_9_10) Dummy IntA_PA_D+ IntA_PB_D+ IntA_PA_D- (see p.8, No. 14) IntA_PB_D- IntA_PA_SSTX+ IntA_PB_SSTX+ IntA_PA_SSTX- IntA_PB_SSTX- IntA_PA_SSRX+ IntA_PA_SSRX- IntA_PB_SSRX+ IntA_PB_SSRX- Vbus Front Panel Type C USB There is one Front 3.1 Gen2 Header Panel Type C USB 3.1 (26-pin F_USB31_TC_1) Gen2 Header on this (see p.8, No.
  • Page 42 Chassis Water Pump Fan This motherboard FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CHA_FAN_SPEED Connectors provides three 4-Pin water FAN_VOLTAGE (4-pin CHA_FAN1/WP) cooling chassis fan (see p.8, No. 10) connectors. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin chassis (4-pin CHA_FAN2/WP) water cooler fan, please FAN_VOLTAGE FAN_SPEED (see p.8, No.
  • Page 43 X470 Taichi ATX 12V Power This motherboard pro- Connector vides an 8-pin ATX 12V (8-pin ATX12V1) power connector. To use a (see p.8, No. 1) 4-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 5. ATX 12V Power...
  • Page 44 Addressable LED Header This header is used to connect (3-pin ADDR_LED1) Addressable LED extension cable DO_ADDR (see p.8, No. 26) which allows users to choose VOUT from various LED lighting effects. Caution: Never install the Addressable LED cable in the wrong orientation;...

  • Page 45: Smart Switch

    X470 Taichi 2.7 Smart Switch The motherboard has one smart switch: Clear CMOS Button, allowing users to clear the CMOS values. Clear CMOS Button Clear CMOS Button (CLRCBTN1) allows users to quickly (see p.10, No. 14) clear the CMOS values.

  • Page 46: Dr. Debug

    2.8 Dr. Debug Dr. 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 Please check if the CPU is installed correctly and then clear CMOS.
  • Page 47 X470 Taichi Problem related to USB devices. Please try removing all USB devices. 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.

  • Page 48: Sli Tm And Quad Sli Tm Operation Guide

    2.9 SLI and Quad SLI Operation Guide ® This motherboard supports NVIDIA and Quad SLI (Scalable Link Interface) technology that allows you to install up to two identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards. Requirements ® 1. You should only use identical SLI -ready graphics cards that are NVIDIA certified.
  • Page 49 X470 Taichi Step 3 Align and insert the ASRock SLI_HB_ Bridge_2S Card to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Make sure the ASRock SLI_ HB_Bridge_2S Card is firmly in place. SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Car d ASRock SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Card Step 4 Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the...

  • Page 50: Driver Installation And Setup

    2.9.2 Driver Installation and Setup Install the graphics card drivers to your system. After that, you can enable the ® Multi-Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) in the NVIDIA nView system tray utility. Please follow the below procedures to enable the multi-GPU. For SLI and Quad SLI mode...

  • Page 51: Tm Tm Operation Guide

    X470 Taichi 2.10 CrossFireX and Quad CrossFireX Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireX and Quad CrossFireX that allows you to install up to two identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards. 1. You should only use identical CrossFireX -ready graphics cards that are AMD certified.
  • Page 52 Step 3 Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the monitor connector or the DVI connec- tor of the graphics card that is inserted to PCIE1 slot.

  • Page 53: Driver Installation And Setup

    X470 Taichi 2.10.2 Driver Installation and Setup Step 1 Power on your computer and boot into OS. Step 2 Remove the AMD drivers if you have any VGA drivers installed in your system. The Catalyst Uninstaller is an optional download. We recommend using this utility to un- install any previously installed Catalyst drivers prior to installation.

  • Page 54: M.2_Ssd (Ngff) Module Installation Guide (M2_1)

    2.11 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 Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_1) supports M Key type 2260/2280/22110 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s).
  • Page 55 X470 Taichi Step 3 Before installing a M.2 (NGFF) SSD module, please loosen the screws to remove the M.2 heatsink. Step 4 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.
  • Page 56 Transcend TS256GMTS800-256GB Transcend SATA TS512GMTS800 / 512GB V-Color SATA V-Color 120G V-Color SATA V-Color 240G SATA WD GREEN WDS240G1G0B-00RC30 PCIe WDS512G1X0C-00ENX0 (NVME) / 512GB For the latest updates of M.2_SSD (NFGG) module support list, please visit our website for details: http://www.asrock.com...

  • Page 57: M.2_Ssd (Ngff) Module Installation Guide (M2

    X470 Taichi 2.12 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 M.2 Socket (M2_2) supports M Key type 2230/2242/2260/2280 M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen2 x4 (20 Gb/s).
  • Page 58 Step 3 Move the standoff based on the module type and length. The standoff is placed at the nut location D by default. Skip Step 3 and 4 and go straight to Step 5 if you are going to use the default nut. Otherwise, release the standoff by hand.
  • Page 59 X470 Taichi M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Support List Vendor Interface SanDisk PCIe SanDisk-SD6PP4M-128G( Gen2 x2) Intel PCIe INTEL 6000P-SSDPEKKF256G7 (nvme) Intel PCIe INTEL 6000P-SSDPEKKF512G7 (nvme) Intel PCIe SSDPEKKF512G7 NVME / 512GB Intel SATA 540S-SSDSCKKW240H6 / 240GB Kingston PCIe Kingston SHPM2280P2 / 240G (Gen2 x4)

  • Page 60: Chapter 3 Software And Utilities Operation

    Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 3.1 Installing Drivers The Support CD that comes with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that enhance the motherboard’s features. Running The Support CD To begin using the support CD, insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD automatically displays the Main Menu if “AUTORUN”...

  • Page 61: A-Tuning

    X470 Taichi 3.2 A-Tuning A-Tuning is ASRock’s multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more new features and improved utilities. 3.2.1 Installing A-Tuning A-Tuning can be downloaded from ASRock Live Update & APP Shop. After the installation, you will find the icon “A-Tuning“ on your desktop. Double-click the “A-Tuning“...

  • Page 62: System Info

    OC Tweaker Configurations for overclocking the system. System Info View information about the system. *The System Browser tab may not appear for certain models.
  • Page 63 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 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.

  • Page 64: Asrock Live Update & App Shop

    Double-click on your desktop to access ASRock Live Update & APP Shop utility. *You need to be connected to the Internet to download apps from the ASRock Live Update & APP Shop. 3.3.1 UI Overview Category Panel Hot News...

  • Page 65: Apps

    X470 Taichi 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.
  • Page 66 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. To uninstall it, simply click on the trash can icon *The trash icon may not appear for certain apps.
  • Page 67 X470 Taichi 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.

  • Page 68: Bios & Drivers

    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 to see more details.

  • Page 69: Setting

    X470 Taichi 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.

  • Page 70: Asrock Polychrome Rgb

    3.4 ASRock Polychrome RGB ASRock Polychrome RGB is a lighting control utility specifically designed for unique individuals with sophisticated tastes to build their own stylish colorful lighting system. Simply by connect- ing the LED strip, you can customize various lighting schemes and patterns, including Static, Breathing, Strobe, Cycling, Music, Wave and more.
  • Page 71 X470 Taichi Connecting the Addressable RGB LED Strip Connect your Addressable RGB LED strip to the Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED1) on the motherboard. ADDR_LED1 DO_ADDR VOUT X470 Taichi 1. Never install the RGB LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may be damaged.
  • Page 72 ASRock Polychrome RGB Utility Now you can adjust the RGB LED color through the ASRock RGB LED 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.

  • Page 73: Chapter 4 Uefi Setup Utility

    X470 Taichi 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 <F2> or <Del> right after you power on the computer, otherwise, the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) will continue with its test routines.

  • Page 74: Navigation Keys

    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 <Enter>...

  • Page 75: Main Screen

    X470 Taichi 4.2 Main Screen When you enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview.

  • Page 76: Oc Tweaker Screen

    4.3 OC Tweaker Screen In the OC Tweaker screen, you can set up overclocking features. Because the UEFI software is constantly being updated, the following UEFI setup screens and descriptions are for reference purpose only, and they may not exactly match what you see on your screen.

  • Page 77: Dram Timing Configuration

    X470 Taichi SMT Mode This item can be used to disable symmetric multithreading. To re-enable SMT, a power cycle is needed after selecting [Auto]. Warning: S3 is not supported on systems where SMT is disabled. DRAM Timing Configuration DRAM Frequency If [Auto] is selected, the motherboard will detect the memory module(s) inserted and assign the appropriate frequency automatically.

  • Page 78: Dram Voltage

    DRAM Voltage Use this to select DRAM Voltage. The default value is [Auto]. VTT_DDR Configure the VTT DDR voltage. The default value is [Auto]. VPPM Configure the voltage for the VPPM. 2.50V_PROM Voltage Configure the voltage for the 2.50V PROM. +1.8 Voltage Use this to select +1.8 Voltage.

  • Page 79: Advanced Screen

    X470 Taichi 4.4 Advanced Screen In this section, you may set the configurations for the following items: CPU Configuration, North Bridge Configuration, South Bridge Configuration, Storage- Configuration, Super IO Configuration, ACPI Configuration, AMD CBS and AMD PBS. Setting wrong values in this section may cause the system to malfunction.

  • Page 80: Cpu Configuration

    4.4.1 CPU Configuration Cool 'n' Quiet Use this item to enable or disable AMD’s Cool ‘n’ Quiet technology. The default value is ® [Enabled]. Configuration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. If you install Windows OS and want to enable this function, please set this item to [Enabled]. Please note that enabling this function may reduce CPU voltage and memory frequency, and lead to system stability or compatibility issue with some memory modules or power supplies.

  • Page 81: North Bridge Configuration

    X470 Taichi 4.4.2 North Bridge Configuration SR-IOV Support Enable/disable the SR-IOV (Single Root IO Virtualization Support) if the system has SR-IOV capable PCIe devices.

  • Page 82: South Bridge Configuration

    4.4.3 South Bridge Configuration Onboard HD Audio Enable/disable onboard HD audio. Set to Auto to enable onboard HD audio and automatically disable it when a sound card is installed. Front Panel Enable/disable front panel HD audio. Deep Sleep Configure deep sleep mode for power saving when the computer is shut down. Restore on AC/Power Loss Select the power state after a power failure.

  • Page 83: Storage Configuration

    X470 Taichi 4.4.4 Storage Configuration SATA Controller(s) Enable/disable the SATA controllers. SATA Mode AHCI: Supports new features that improve performance. RAID: Combine multiple disk drives into a logical unit. SATA Hot Plug Enable/disable the SATA Hot Plug function.

  • Page 84: Super Io Configuration

    4.4.5 Super IO Configuration PS2 Y-Cable Enable the PS2 Y-Cable or set this option to Auto.

  • Page 85: Acpi Configuration

    X470 Taichi 4.4.6 ACPI Configuration Suspend to RAM It is recommended to select auto for ACPI S3 power saving. ACPI HPET Table Enable the High Precision Event Timer for better performance and to pass WHQL tests. PS/2 Keyboard Power On Allow the system to be waked up by a PS/2 Keyboard.

  • Page 86: Amd Cbs

    4.4.7 AMD CBS Zen Common Options RedirectForReturnDis From a workaround for GCC/C000005 issue for XV Core on CZ A0, setting MSRC001_1029 Decode Configuration (DE_CFG) bit 14 [DecfgNoRdrctForReturns] to 1. L2 TLB Associativity 0 - L2 TLB ways [11:8] are fully associative. 1 - =L2 TLB ways [11:8] are 4K-only. Platform first Error Handling Enable/disable PFEH, cloak individual banks, and mask deferred error interrupts from each bank.
  • Page 87 X470 Taichi Opcache Control Enables or disables the Opcache. OC Mode OC1 - 16 cores/3.6GHz on 1.3375V OC2 - 8 cores/3.7GHz on 1.369V OC3 - 4 cores/3.75GHz on 1.374V\nMax Stress - 16 cores/3.8GHz on 1.400V SEV-ES ASID Space Limit SEV VMs using ASIDs below the SEV-ES ASID Space Limit must enable the SEV-ES feature.

  • Page 88: Memory Interleaving

    GMI encryption control GMI encryption control Control GMI link encryption xGMI encryption control Control xGMI link encryption CC6 memory region encryption Control whether or not the CC6 save/restore memory is encrypted Location of private memory regions Controls whether or not the private memory regions (PSP, SMU and CC6) are at the top of DRAM or distributed.
  • Page 89 X470 Taichi UMC Common Options DDR4 Common Options DRAM Controller Configuration DRAM Controller Configuration DRAM Power Options Cmd2T Select between 1T and 2T mode on ADDR/CMD Gear Down Mode Configure the Gear Down Mode. CAD Bus Configuration CAD Bus Timing User Controls...
  • Page 90 DRAM Memory Mapping Chipselect Interleaving Interleave memory blocks across the DRAM chip selects for node 0. BankGroupSwap Configure the BankGroupSwap. BankGroupSwapAlt Configure BankGroupSwapAlt. Address Hash Bank Configure the bank address hashing. Address Hash CS Configure the CS address hashing. NVDIMM Memory MBIST MBIST Enable Configure the Memory MBIST.
  • Page 91 X470 Taichi Determinism Slider [Auto] Use default performance determinism settings cTDP Control [Auto] Use the fused cTDP. [Manual] User can set customized cTDP. Fan Control [Auto] Use the default fan controller settings. [Manual] User can set customized fan controller settings.
  • Page 92 SATA Controller Disable or enable OnChip SATA controller Sata RAS Support Disable or enable Sata RAS Support Sata Disabled AHCI Prefetch Function Configure the Sata Disabled AHCI Prefetch function. Aggresive SATA Device Sleep Port 0 Configure the Aggresive SATA Device Sleep Port 0. Aggresive SATA Device Sleep Port 1 Configure the Aggresive SATA Device Sleep Port 1.
  • Page 93 X470 Taichi Chipselect Interleaving Interleave memory blocks across the DRAM chip selects for node 0. BankGroupSwap Configure the BankGroupSwap. BankGroupSwapAlt Configure the BankGroupSwapAlt. Address Hash Bank Configure the bank address hashing. Address Hash CS Configure the CS address hashing. NVDIMM...

  • Page 94: Amd Pbs

    4.4.8 AMD PBS The AMD PBS menu accesses AMD specific features.

  • Page 95: Tools

    X470 Taichi 4.5 Tools RGB LED ASRock Polychrome RGB allows you to adjust the RGB LED color to your liking. Easy RAID Installer Easy RAID Installer helps you to copy the RAID driver from the support CD to your USB storage device. After copying the drivers please change the SATA mode to...

  • Page 96: Network Configuration

    Save UEFI files 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 the latest UEFI firmware version from our servers for you. Please setup network configuration before using Internet Flash.

  • Page 97: Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen

    X470 Taichi 4.6 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.
  • Page 98 CPU Optional Fan Control Mode Select PWM mode or DC mode for CPU Optional fan. CPU Optional Fan Setting Select a fan mode for CPU Optional fan, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature. CPU Optional Fan Temp Source Select a fan temperature source for CPU Optional fan.
  • Page 99 X470 Taichi Chassis Fan 3 Control Mode Select PWM mode or DC mode for Chassis Fan 3 . Chassis Fan 3 Setting Select a fan mode for Chassis Fan 3, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.

  • Page 100: Security Screen

    4.7 Security Screen In this section you may set or change the supervisor/user password for the system. You may also clear the user password. Supervisor Password Set or change the password for the administrator account. Only the administrator has authority to change the settings in the UEFI Setup Utility. Leave it blank and press enter to remove the password.

  • Page 101: Boot Screen

    X470 Taichi 4.8 Boot Screen This section displays the available devices on your system for you to configure the boot settings and the boot priority. Fast Boot Fast Boot minimizes your computer's boot time. In fast mode you may not boot from an USB storage device.

  • Page 102: Launch Storage Oprom Policy

    AddOn ROM Display Enable AddOn ROM Display to see the AddOn ROM messages or configure the AddOn ROM if you've enabled Full Screen Logo. Disable for faster boot speed. CSM (Compatibility Support Module) Enable to launch the Compatibility Support Module. Please do not disable unless you’re running a WHCK test.

  • Page 103: Exit Screen

    X470 Taichi 4.9 Exit Screen 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 message, “Discard changes and exit...

  • Page 104: Contact Information

    Contact Information If you need to contact ASRock 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 https://event.asrock.com/tsd.asp...

  • Page 105: Declaration Of Conformity

    Address: Phone/Fax No: +1-909-590-8308/+1-909-590-1026 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard X470 Taichi Model Number : Conforms to the following speci cations: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: is device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...
  • Page 106 EU Declaration of Conformity For the following equipment: Motherboard (Product Name) X470 Taichi / 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) EMC —Directive 2014/30/EU (from April 20th, 2016)

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