ASROCK PHANTOM GAMING B650I LIGHTNING WiFi 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 6
1.4 I/O Panel 9
1.5 Block Diagram 11
1.6 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz
Antennas 12
Chapter 2 Installation 14
2.1 Installing the CPU 15
2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 18
2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 27
2.4 Connecting the Front Panel Header 29
2.5 Installing the Motherboard 30
2.6 Installing SATA Drives 31
2.7 Installing a Graphics Card 33
2.8 Connecting Peripheral Devices 35
2.9 Connecting the Power Connectors 36
2.10 Power On 37
2.11 Jumpers Setup 38
2.12 Onboard Headers and Connectors 39
2.13 Smart Button 47

2.14 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_1) 48
2.15 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_2) 52

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B650I Lightning WiFi
Chapter 1 Introduction
ank you for purchasing ASRock B650I Lightning WiFi 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 B650I Lightning WiFi Motherboard (Mini-ITX Form Factor)
• ASRock B650I Lightning WiFi User Manual
• 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional)
• 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas (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 • Mini-ITX Form Factor
• 8 Layer PCB
CPU • Supports AMD Socket AM5 RyzenTM 7000 Series Processors
Chipset • AMD B650
Memory • Dual Channel DDR5 Memory Technology
• 2 x DDR5 DIMM Slots
• Supports DDR5 non-ECC, un-buered memory up to
7200+(OC)*
• Max. capacity of system memory: 96GB
• Supports Extreme Memory Prole (XMP) and EXTended
Proles for Overclocking (EXPO) memory modules
* 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 Vertical M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 WiFi/
BT PCIe WiFi module
* Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
• 15μ Gold Contact in VGA PCIe Slot (PCIE1)
Graphics • Integrated AMD RDNATM 2 graphics (Actual support may
vary by CPU)
• 1 x HDMI 2.1 TMDS/FRL 8G Compatible, supports HDR,
HDCP 2.3 and max. resolution up to 4K 120Hz
Audio • 7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC897 Audio Codec)
• Nahimic Audio

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B650I Lightning WiFi
LAN • 2.5 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000/2500 Mb/s
• Dragon RTL8125BG
• Supports Phantom Gaming LAN Soware
- Smart Auto Adjust Bandwidth Control
- Visual User Friendly UI
- Visual Network Usage Statistics
- Optimized Default Setting for Game, Browser, and
Streaming Modes
- User Customized Priority Control
Wireless
LAN
• 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E Module
• Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
• Supports Dual-Band 2x2 with extended 6GHz band*
support
* Wi-Fi 6E (6GHz band) will be supported by Microso® Win-
dows® 11. e availability will depend on the dierent regula-
tion status of each country and region. It will be activated (for
supported countries) through Windows Update and soware
updates once available.
* A 6GHz compatible router is required for 6E functionality.
• 2 antennas to support 2 (Transmit) x 2 (Receive) diversity
technology
• Supports Bluetooth 5.2 + High speed class II
• Supports MU-MIMO
USB • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C (Rear)
• 3 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (Rear)
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C (Front)
• 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A (Front)
• 6 x USB 2.0 (4 Rear, 2 Front)
* All USB ports support ESD Protection

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Rear Panel
I/O
• 2 x Antenna Ports
• 1 x HDMI Port
• 3 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Ports (10 Gb/s) (USB32_23 are
Lightning Gaming Ports.)
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C Port (10 Gb/s)
• 4 x USB 2.0 Ports
• 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port
• 1 x BIOS Flashback Button
• HD Audio Jacks: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone
Storage CPU:
• 1 x Blazing M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M), supports type 2280
PCIe Gen5x4 (128 Gb/s) mode*
Chipset:
• 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M), supports type 2280
PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode*
• 2 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors
* Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
RAID • Supports RAID 0 and RAID 1 for SATA storage devices
• Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for M.2 NVMe
storage devices*
* Requires additional M.2 NVMe expansion cards to support
RAID 10
Connector • 2 x Addressable LED Headers*
• 2 x CPU/Water Pump Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan
Speed Control)**
• 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 (Hi-Density Power Connec-
tor)
• 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)
• 1 x Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen1 Header

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B650I Lightning WiFi
* Support in total up to 5V/3A, 15W LED Strip
** CPU_FAN1/WP and CPU_FAN2/WP support the fan power
up to 2A (24W).
*** CHA_FAN1/WP supports the fan power up to 2A (24W).
*** CPU_FAN1/WP, CPU_FAN2/WP and 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
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
BIOS
ROM
ATXPWR1
DDR5_B1 (64 bit, 288-pin module)
DDR5_A1 (64 bit, 288-pin module)
AMD
B650
PCIE1
ATX12V1
SATA3_2
SATA3_1
1
USB32_4_5
HDL ED RE SET
PLED PWRBTN
PANEL1
1
1
USB32_TC2
USB_5_6
CLRCMOS1
1
M2_1
CHA_FAN1/WP
1
SPEAKER1
1
HD_AUDIO1
CPU_FAN1/WP CPU_FAN2/WP
ADDR_LED2
1
ADDR_LED1
1
AUDIO
CODEC
USB 3.2 Gen2
T: USB32_1
B: USB32_TC1
Top:
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen2
T: USB32_3
B: USB32_2
HDMI1
USB 2.0:
USB_1234
M2_WIFI_1
1236
45
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
1517 16
Top:
LINE IN
Center:
FRONT
Bottom:
MIC IN
BIOS
_FB1
Top Side View