ASROCK H610M-H2/M.2 D5 User manual

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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction 1
1.1 Package Contents 1
1.2 Specications 2
1.3 Motherboard Layout 5
1.4 I/O Panel 7
1.5 Block Diagram 8
Chapter 2 Installation 9
2.1 Installing the CPU 10
2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 13
2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 14
2.4 Connecting the Front Panel Header 16
2.5 Installing the I/O Panel Shield 17
2.6 Installing the Motherboard 18
2.7 Installing SATA Drives 19
2.8 Installing a Graphics Card 21
2.9 Connecting Peripheral Devices 23
2.10 Connecting the Power Connectors 24
2.11 Power On 25
2.12 Jumpers Setup 26
2.13 Onboard Headers and Connectors 27
2.14 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_1) 33

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H610M-H2/M.2 D5
Chapter 1 Introduction
ank you for purchasing ASRock H610M-H2/M.2 D5 motherboard, a reliable
motherboard produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control.
It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s
commitment to quality and endurance.
1.1 Package Contents
• ASRock H610M-H2/M.2 D5 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor)
• ASRock H610M-H2/M.2 D5 User Manual
• 1 x I/O Shield
• 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional)
• 1 x Screw for M.2 Socket (Optional)
Because the motherboard specications and the BIOS soware might be updated, the
content of this documentation will be subject to change without notice. In case any
modications of this documentation occur, the updated version will be available on
ASRock’s website without further notice. If you require technical support related to
this motherboard, please visit our website for specic information about the model
you are using. You may nd the latest VGA cards and CPU support list on ASRock’s
website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com.

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1.2 Specications
Platform • Micro ATX Form Factor
CPU • Supports 13th Gen & 12th Gen Intel® CoreTM Processors
(LGA1700)
• Supports Intel® Hybrid Technology
• Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Max 3.0 Technology
Chipset • Intel® H610
Memory • Dual Channel DDR5 Memory Technology
• 2 x DDR5 DIMM Slots
• Supports DDR5 non-ECC, un-buered memory up to 5600*
• Max. capacity of system memory: 96GB
• Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Prole (XMP) 3.0
* Actual support may vary by CPU
* Supports DDR5 4800 (1DPC) natively.
* Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock's website for
more information. (http://www.asrock.com/)
Expansion
Slot
CPU:
• 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1), supports x16 mode*
Chipset:
• 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 Slot (PCIE2)*
* Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
Graphics • Intel® UHD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs
can be supported only with processors which are GPU
integrated.
• Intel® Xe Graphics Architecture (Gen 12)
• 2 x HDMI 2.1 TMDS Compatible, support HDCP 2.3 and
max. resolution up to 4K 60Hz
Audio • 7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC897 Audio Codec)

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H610M-H2/M.2 D5
LAN • Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s
• Realtek 8111H
USB • 4 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A (2 Rear, 2 Front)
• 6 x USB 2.0 (4 Rear, 2 Front)
* All USB ports support ESD Protection
Rear Panel
I/O
• 1 x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port
• 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Ports
• 4 x USB 2.0 Ports
• 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port
• HD Audio Jacks: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone
Storage Chipset:
• 1 x Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M), supports type
2242/2260/2280 PCIe Gen3x4 (32 Gb/s) mode*
• 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors
* Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
Connector • 1 x SPI TPM Header
• 1 x Chassis Intrusion and Speaker Header
• 1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin)*
• 1 x Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan
Speed Control)**
• 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector
• 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector
• 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector
• 1 x USB 2.0 Header (Supports 2 USB 2.0 ports)
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.2 Gen1 ports)
* CPU_FAN1 supports the fan power up to 1A (12W).
** CHA_FAN1/WP supports the fan power up to 2A (24W).
** CHA_FAN1/WP can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in
use.
BIOS
Feature
• AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support

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OS • Microso® Windows® 10 64-bit / 11 64-bit
Certica-
tions
• FCC, CE
• ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required)
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.
* For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com

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1.3 Motherboard Layout

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No. Description
1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1)
2 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)
3 2 x 288-pin DDR5 DIMM Slots (DDR5_A1, DDR5_B1)
4 Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1/WP)
5 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
6 USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (USB3_3_4)
7 USB 2.0 Header (USB_5_6)
8 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_2) (Upper), SATA3 Connector (SATA3_3) (Lower)
9 SPI TPM Header (SPI_TPM_J1)
10 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_1)
11 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_0)
12 System Panel Header (PANEL1)
13 Chassis Intrusion and Speaker Header (SPK_CI1)
14 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1)
15 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1)

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H610M-H2/M.2 D5
1.4 I/O Panel
No. Description No. Description
1 USB 2.0 Ports (USB_1_2) 6 USB 2.0 Ports (USB_3_4)
2 LAN RJ-45 Port* 7 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Ports (USB3_1_2)
3 Line In (Light Blue)** 8 PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port
4 Front Speaker (Lime)** 9 HDMI Port
5 Microphone (Pink)** 10 HDMI Port
* ere are two LEDs on each LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.
Activity / Link LED Speed LED
Status Description Status Description
O No Link O 10Mbps connection
Blinking Data Activity Orange 100Mbps connection
On Link Green 1Gbps connection
ACT/LINK LED
SPEED LED
LAN Port
** Function of the Audio Ports in 7.1-channel Conguration:
Port Function
Light Blue (Rear panel) Rear Speaker Out
Lime (Rear panel) Front Speaker Out
Pink (Rear panel) Central /Subwoofer Speaker Out
Lime (Front panel) Side Speaker Out
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10
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5
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1.5 Block Diagram
Gen3 x4
DDI2 DDI3
Gen4 x16
Intel 600 Series
Chipset
Gen3 x1 Gen3 x1 AZ(HD Audio)
SPI
5Gb/s 480Mb/s 5Gb/s 480Mb/s
SIO NCT5585D
eSPI DMI
Channel B
Intel Processor Socket 1700
HDMI HDMI Rear USB 3.2 Gen1 *2 port
Rear USB 2.0 *4 port
Front USB 3.2 Gen1 *2 port Front USB 2.0 *2 port
FAN *1 DRIVER NCT3947S-A
PS2 KB/MS
TPM-S header Flash ROM 128Mb
Audio ALC897 (3 jack ) GLAN RTL8111H PCIe x1 Slot (x1) M.2 Slot PCIe x16 Slot (x16)
DDR5 slot
FAN *1
DDR5 slot
Channel A
SATA 6Gb
SATA3 *4 port

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H610M-H2/M.2 D5
is is a Micro ATX form factor motherboard. Before you install the motherboard,
study the conguration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard ts into it.
Pre-installation Precautions
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components
or change any motherboard settings.
• Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard
components. Failure to do so may cause physical injuries and damages to motherboard
components.
• In order to avoid damage from static electricity to the motherboard’s components,
NEVER place your motherboard directly on a carpet. Also remember to use a
grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you handle the
components.
• Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs.
• Whenever you uninstall any components, place them on a grounded anti-static pad or
in the bag that comes with the components.
• When placing screws to secure the motherboard to the chassis, please do not over-
tighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.
Chapter 2 Installation

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2.1 Installing the CPU
1. Before you insert the 1700-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 be seriously damaged.
2. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.
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B
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Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed. e cover must be
placed if you wish to return the motherboard for aer service.

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H610M-H2/M.2 D5
2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink
1 2
CPU_FAN

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2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM)
is motherboard provides two 288-pin DDR5 (Double Data Rate 5) DIMM slots,
and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology.
1. For dual channel conguration, you always need to install identical (the same
brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR5 DIMM pairs.
2. It is unable to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one memory
module installed.
3. It is not allowed to install a DDR, DDR2, DDR3 or DDR4 memory module into a
DDR5 slot; otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged.
4. e DIMM only ts 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.

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2.4 Connecting the Front Panel Header
A B C D
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HDD LED (-)
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Power LED (-)
Power LED (+)
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PANEL1
HDD LED
RESET SW
System Panel Header Front Panel Wires

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2.5 Installing the I/O Panel Shield
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