ASROCK DeskMini GTX1060 User manual

Version 1.0
Published November 2017
is device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
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e Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance
controlled in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by the
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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction 1
1.1 Package Contents 1
1.2 Specications 2
Chapter 2 Product Overview 5
2.1 Front View 5
2.2 Rear View 6
2.3 Motherboard Layout 7
Chapter 3 Hardware Installation 13
3.1 Begin Installation 13
3.2 Installing the CPU 16
3.3 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 18
3.4 Installing Memory Modules (SO-DIMM) 19
3.5 Installing Mobile PCI Express Module (MXM) 20
3.6 Installing the WiFi Module 30
3.7 Installing the WiFi Antennas 31
3.8 Installing the M.2 SSD 34
3.9 Installing the 2.5-inch HDD/SSD 36
3.10 Complete 38
Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 41
4.1 Introduction 41
4.2 EZ Mode 42
4.3 Advanced Mode 43

4.3.1 UEFI Menu Bar 43
4.3.2 Navigation Keys 44
4.4 Main Screen 45
4.5 OC Tweaker Screen 46
4.6 Advanced Screen 53
4.6.1 CPU Conguration 54
4.6.2 Chipset Conguration 56
4.6.3 Storage Conguration 59
4.6.4 ACPI Conguration 60
4.6.5 USB Conguration 61
4.7 Tools 62
4.8 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen 65
4.9 Security Screen 66
4.10 Boot Screen 67
4.11 Exit Screen 69

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DeskMini GTX/RX (Z370) Series
Chapter 1 Introduction
ank you for purchasing DeskMini GTX/RX (Z370) Series, a reliable gaming
barebone system.
1.1 Package Contents
• DeskMini GTX/RX (Z370) Series Barebone System with:
DeskMini GTX/RX (Z370) Series Chassis
Motherboard (pre-installed)
*e barebone system does not include memory, hard drive, WiFi module and M.2
SSD.
Power Adapter (Optional)
• SATA Cable
• Screws Package (M.2 screw x4, MXM screw x2, Rubber foot x4, Chassis screw : M3*5 x4)
• Key Lock and Screw
• Support CD
• Quick Installation Guide
Because the hardware specications might be updated, the content of this documentation
will be subject to change without notice.
If any items are missing or appear damaged, contact your authorized dealer.

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1.2 Specications
System Model • DeskMini GTX1060
• DeskMini GTX1070
• DeskMini GTX1080
Chassis • 1.92L (155 x 155 x 80mm)
CPU • Supports 8th Generation Intel® CoreTM Processors (Socket
1151)
• 3+1 Power Phase design
• Supports Intel® Turbo Boost 2.0 Technology
• Supports Intel® K-Series unlocked CPUs
Chipset • Intel® Z370
Memory • Dual Channel DDR4 Memory Technology
• 2 x DDR4 SO-DIMM Slots
• Supports DDR4 3200+(OC)*/2933(OC)/2800(OC)/
2666/2400/2133 non-ECC, un-buered memory
* 8th Gen Intel® CPU supports DDR4 up to 2666.
• Max. capacity of system memory: 32GB
• Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Prole (XMP) 2.0
Graphics Card
(MXM Type)
• NVIDIA GeForce GTX1060 (6GB GDDR5)
NVIDIA GeForce GTX1070 (8GB GDDR5)
NVIDIA GeForce GTX1080 (8GB GDDR5X)
Intel® HD Graphics
Video
Outputs
• Onboard Graphics:
1 x HDMI (4K@30Hz)
• External MXM Graphics:
1 x HDMI (4K@60Hz)
1 x DisplayPort (4K@60Hz)
1 x mini DisplayPort (4K@60Hz)
WiFi • 1 x M.2 (E key 2230) Slot for WiFi + BT Module

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DeskMini GTX/RX (Z370) Series
Storage • 2 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s with Power Connectors, support
RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, Intel Rapid
Storage Technology 15 and Intel Smart Response Tech-
nology), NCQ, AHCI and Hot Plug
• 2 x Ultra M.2 Sockets (M2_1 and M2_3), supports M Key
type 2260/2280 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI
Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s)*
• 1 x Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_2), supports M Key type
2242/2260/2280 M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4
(32 Gb/s)*
* Supports Intel® OptaneTM Technolog y
* Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
Audio • 1 x Headphone/Headset Jack
• 1 x MIC-In
LAN • Intel Gigabit i219V LAN
Onboard
Connectors
• 2 x USB 2.0 Headers
• 1 x Front Panel Header
• 2 x 4 Pin Fan Connectors
• 1 x GPU Fan connector
• 1 x RGB LED header
• 1 x DC Power DIN Jack (4 Pin)
Power
Adapter
• 270W/19V (for DeskMini GTX1080)
220W/19V (for DeskMini GTX1070 /DeskMini GTX1060)
Operation
Temp.
• 0~35°C

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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 aect your system’s stability, or even cause damage to
the components and devices of your system. It should be done at your own risk and expense.
We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking.

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DeskMini GTX/RX (Z370) Series
Chapter 2 Product Overview
is chapter provides diagrams showing the location of important components of
the Beebox series.
2.1 Front View
No. Description
1HDD LED
2Power LED
3 Power Button
4MIC-In
5 USB 3.0 Type-A Port
6 USB 3.0 Type-C Port
7Headphone/Headset
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