ASROCK Taichi Carrara X670E 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 7
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
Antenna 12
1.7 Wireless Dongle USB Bracket 13
1.8 12CM Carrara Edition Cooling FAN 14
Chapter 2 Installation 16
2.1 Installing the CPU 17
2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 20
2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 29
2.4 Connecting the Front Panel Header 31
2.5 Installing the Motherboard 32
2.6 Installing SATA Drives 33
2.7 Installing a Graphics Card 35
2.8 Connecting Peripheral Devices 37
2.9 Connecting the Power Connectors 38
2.10 Power On 39

2.11 Jumpers Setup 40
2.12 Onboard Headers and Connectors 41
2.13 Smart Switches 55
2.14 Dr. Debug 59
2.15 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_1) 65
2.16 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_2) 70
2.17 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_3) 73
2.18 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_4) 76

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Chapter 1 Introduction
ank you for purchasing ASRock X670E Taichi Carrara 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 X670E Taichi Carrara Motherboard (EATX Form Factor)
• ASRock X670E Taichi Carrara User Manual
• 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional)
• 1 x Wireless Dongle USB Bracket (Optional)
• 1 x Blazing M.2 Gen5 Fan Heatsink (Optional)
• 1 x 12CM Carrara Edition Cooling FAN (Optional)
• 1 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antenna (Optional)
• 4 x Screws for M.2 Sockets (Optional)
• 1 x Stando 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 mother-
board, 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 • EATX Form Factor
• 8 Layer PCB
CPU • Supports AMD Socket AM5 RyzenTM 7000 Series Processors
• Supports ASRock Hyper BCLK Engine
Chipset • AMD X670
Memory • Dual Channel DDR5 Memory Technology
• 4 x DDR5 DIMM Slots
• Supports DDR5 ECC/non-ECC, un-buered memory up to
6600+(OC)*
• Max. capacity of system memory: 128GB
• 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:
• 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Slots (PCIE1 and PCIE2), support x16 or x8/
x8 modes*
Chipset:
• 1 x Vertical M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 WiFi/BT
PCIe WiFi module
* Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
• Supports AMD CrossFireTM
• 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
• 2 x USB4, support HDCP 2.3 and max. resolution up to 8K
60Hz*

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* Only the CPU's embedded graphics can be displayed through
USB4 ports. If you want to display to a Type-C monitor, please
use CPU models with embedded graphics.
* USB4 graphics output may not be compatible with certain
Type-C monitors. Please use graphics card outputs instead.
Audio • 5.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek
ALC4082 Audio Codec)
• WIMA Audio Capacitors (For Front Outputs)
• ESS SABRE9218 DAC for Front Panel Audio (130dB SNR)
• Individual PCB Layers for R/L Audio Channel
• Impedance Sensing on Rear Out port
• Nahimic Audio
LAN • 2.5 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000/2500 Mb/s
• Killer® E3100G
• Supports Killer LAN Soware
• Supports Killer DoubleShotTM Pro
Wireless
LAN
• 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E Module
• Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
• Supports Dual-Band 2x2 160MHz 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 + High speed class II
• Supports MU-MIMO
• Supports Killer LAN Soware
• Supports Killer DoubleShotTM Pro
USB • 2 x USB4 Type-C (Rear)
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (Front)
• 5 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (Rear)

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• 7 x USB 3.2 Gen1 (3 Rear, 4 Front)
• 4 x USB 2.0 (Front)
* All USB ports support ESD Protection
Rear Panel
I/O
• 2 x Antenna Ports
• 1 x HDMI Port
• 1 x Optical SPDIF Out Port
• 2 x USB4 Type-C Ports (40 Gb/s)*
• 5 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Ports (10 Gb/s) (ReDriver)
(USB32_12 are Lightning Gaming Ports. USB32_3 supports
Ultra USB Power.)
• 3 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Ports
• 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port
• 1 x Clear CMOS Button
• 1 x BIOS Flashback Button
• 1 x Line Out Jack (Gold Audio Jack)
• 1 x Microphone Input Jack (Gold Audio Jack)
* Supports USB PD 3.0 up to 9V@3A (27W) / 5V@3A (15W)
charging
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
2230/2242/2260/2280/22110 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s & PCIe Gen4x4
(64 Gb/s) modes*
• 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_3, Key M), supports type 2280
PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode*
• 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_4, Key M), supports type 2280
PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode*
• 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors
ASMedia ASM1061:
• 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors**
* Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
* Supports ASRock U.2 Kit
** If M2_2 is occupied by a SATA-type M.2 device, SATA3_A1
will be disabled.

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RAID • Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage
devices
• Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for M.2 NVMe
storage devices
Connector • 1 x Power LED and Speaker Header
• 1 x RGB LED Header*
• 3 x Addressable LED Headers**
• 1 x CPU Fan Connector (4-pin)***
• 1 x CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan
Speed Control)****
• 6 x Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan
Speed Control)*****
• 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector (Hi-Density Power
Connector)
• 2 x 8 pin 12V Power Connectors (Hi-Density Power
Connector)
• 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector (15μ Gold Audio
Connector)
• 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports)
• 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Headers (Support 4 USB 3.2 Gen1 ports)
• 1 x Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Header (20 Gb/s)
• 1 x Dr. Debug with LED
• 1 x Power Button with LED
• 1 x Reset Button with LED
* Supports in total up to 12V/3A, 36W LED Strip
** Support in total up to 5V/3A, 15W LED Strip
*** CPU_FAN1 supports the fan power up to 1A (12W).
**** CPU_FAN2/WP_3A supports the fan power up to 3A
(36W).
***** CHA_FAN1~6/WP support the fan power up to 2A (24W).
***** CPU_FAN2/WP_3A and CHA_FAN1~6/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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ATXPWR1
PCIE1
USB 3.2 Gen2
T: USB32_1
B: USB32_2
USB 3.2 Gen2
T: USB32_7 B: USB32_8
USB 3.2 Gen1
T: USB32_5 B: USB32_6
PCIE2
HDLED RESET
PLED PWRBTN
PANEL1
1
SPK_PLED1
1
HD_AUDIO1
10
12
14
13
16
17
18
20
USB_3_4
1
USB_1_2
1
1
Dr.
Debug
CPU_FAN1
11
Reset Power
CHA_FAN2/WP
CPU_FAN2/WP_3A
3
USB32_11_12
1
21
BIOS
ROM
ATX12V1
CHA_FAN1/WP
M2_WIFI_1
Top:
RJ-45
AMD
X670
AMD
X670
CHA_FAN6
/WP
USB32_TC_1
26
4
DDR5_A2 (64 bit, 288-pin module)
DDR5_A1 (64 bit, 288-pin module)
DDR5_B2 (64 bit, 288-pin module)
DDR5_B1 (64 bit, 288-pin module)
1
22
ATX12V2
5 7
SATA3_4
SATA3_3
SATA3_2
SATA3_1
SATA3_A4
SATA3 _A3
SATA3 _A2
SATA3 _A1
15
19
CMOS
Battery
CHA_FAN5
/WP
RGB_LED1
1
ADDR_LED1
1
1
USB32_9_10
CLRCMOS1
1
CHA_FAN4
/WP
CHA_FAN3
/WP
AUDIO
CODEC
LAN
CT7
CT8
CT9
CT10
CT11
CT5
M2_4
M2_2
CT3
M2_3
23242526272829
30
3132
BIOS
_FB
CLRC
MOS
HDMI1
Top: MIC I N
Center:
Line Out
Bottom:
Optical
SPDIF
US B 3.2 Ge n2
US B3 2 3_
TB_1
TB_2
US B 3.2 Ge n1
US B3 2_4
1
ADDR_LED3
1
ADDR_LED2
8
9
CT1
M2_1
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1.3 Motherboard Layout

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No. Description
1 8 pin 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1)
2 8 pin 12V Power Connector (ATX12V2)
3 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)
4 2 x 288-pin DDR5 DIMM Slots (DDR5_A1, DDR5_B1)
5 2 x 288-pin DDR5 DIMM Slots (DDR5_A2, DDR5_B2)
6 CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2/WP_3A)
7 Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1/WP)
8 Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED3)
9 Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED2)
10 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
11 Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2/WP)
12 USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (USB32_11_12)
13 Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Header (USB32_TC_1)
14 Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN6/WP)
15 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_A2)(Upper), (SATA3_A1)(Lower)
16 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_A4)(Upper), (SATA3_A3)(Lower)
17 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_2)(Upper), (SATA3_1)(Lower)
18 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_4)(Upper), (SATA3_3)(Lower)
19 Power LED and Speaker Header (SPK_PLED1)
20 System Panel Header (PANEL1)
21 Power Button (PWRBTN1)
22 Reset Button (RSTBTN1)
23 Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3/WP)
24 Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN4/WP)
25 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1)
26 USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (USB32_9_10)
27 USB 2.0 Header (USB_3_4)
28 USB 2.0 Header (USB_1_2)
29 Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED1)
30 RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1)
31 Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN5/WP)
32 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1)

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1.4 I/O Panel
No. Description No. Description
1 BIOS Flashback Button 9 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Port
2 2.5G LAN RJ-45 Port* (USB32_3)***
3 Microphone Input Jack** 10 USB4 Type-C Port
4 Line Out Jack** 11 Optical SPDIF Out Port
5 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Ports 12 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Ports
(USB32_56) (USB32_12)****
6 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Ports 13 HDMI Port
(USB32_78) 14 Antenna Ports
7USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Port (USB32_4) 15 Clear CMOS Button
8 USB4 Type-C Port
15 9
1112
14
45 1
3
6
10
7
8
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2

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*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/1Gbps
connection
On Link Green 2.5Gbps connection
** Function of the Audio Ports in 2, 4 or 5.1-channel Conguration:
Channel Port Function
2ch Line Out Jack
(Rear Panel) Front speaker out
4ch Pink-Mic
(Front Panel) Rear speaker out
5.1ch Microphone Input Jack
(Rear Panel) Central/Subwoofer speaker out
*** Ultra USB Power is supported on USB32_3 port. ACPI wake-up function is not supported on USB32_3 port.
**** USB32_12 are the Lightning Gaming Ports.
ACT/LINK LED
SPEED LED
LAN Port

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1.5 Block Diagram
Channel B Channel A
DDR5 Slot x2 DDR5 Slot x2
SPI eSPI
SIO NCT6796D-S
Flash ROM
PCIe x16 Gen5 Slot (x16/x8)
PCIe Gen5 x4 M.2_1(PCIe x4)
PCIe x4 Gen4 BUS
Rear USB 3.2 Gen2 1 port 1st
AMD PROM21 Chipset AMD AM5 Processor LGA1718
20Gb/s
DP0
HDMI Port
Front USB 2.0 2 ports
PCIe Gen5 x16
2nd AMD PROM21 Chipset
PCIe x4 Gen4 BUS
Rear USB 3.2 Gen2 2 ports PCIe Gen5 x4
Intel USB4 Controller (Maple Ridge)
10Gb/s
Rear USB 3.2 Gen2 2ports Front USB 2.0 2 port 480Mb/s
5Gb/s
Rear USB 3.2 Gen1 2ports
x1
M.2_2 (PCIe x4 /SATA)
x4
M.2_3(PCIe x4 Gen4)
x4
Front USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type C
x4
Front USB 3.2 Gen1 2 ports Support BIOS Update
Realtek ALC4082
I2S
ESS 9218 DAC
USB3.2 G1
ASM1061 SATA3_A2
SATA3_A1
SATA 6Gb/s
Quick Switch
x1 ASM1061 SATA3_A4SATA3_A3
SATA 6Gb/s
x1 WiFi key E
x1 Intel Killer E3100G
USB3.2 G2x2
10Gb/sUSB3.2 G2 5Gb/s
480Mb/s
480Mb/s
USB2.0 USB2.0
PCIe GEN4 PCIe GEN4 M.2_4(PCIe x4 Gen4)
SATA 6Gb/s
SATA3_1 SATA3_2
SATA3_3 SATA3_4
PCIe GEN4 PCIe GEN3 PCIe GEN3 PCIe GEN3 PCIe GEN3
USB3.2 G2 USB3.2 G1
5Gb/s
Front USB 3.2 Gen1 2ports USB3.2 G1
USB2.0
USB3.2 G2 10Gb/s
eSPI to LPC bridge F85227N
LPC
SIO NCT6686D
PCIe Switch + Redriver
PCIe x8 Gen5 Slot (x0/x8)
DP1 DP2
Type C 2portsUSB4
2+1 Audio
USB3.2 G1 5Gb/s
Rear USB 3.2 Gen1 1 port

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1.6 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz
Antenna
802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E + BT Module
is motherboard comes with an exclusive 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax Wi-Fi 6E + BT module
that oers support for 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax Wi-Fi 6E connectivity standards and
Bluetooth. Wi-Fi 6E + BT module is an easy-to-use wireless local area network (WLAN)
adapter to support Wi-Fi 6E + BT. Bluetooth standard features Smart Ready technology
that adds a whole new class of functionality into the mobile devices. BT also includes
Low Energy Technology and ensures extraordinary low power consumption for PCs.
* e transmission speed may vary according to the environment.
* Wi-Fi 6E (6GHz band) will be supported by Microso® Windows® 11. e availability
will depend on the dierent regulation 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.
ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antenna

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1.7 Wireless Dongle USB Bracket
Installing the Wireless Dongle USB Bracket
Step 1
Plug the Wireless Dongle USB Bracket into the
USB 2.0 header on your motherboard.
Step 2
Now you have two external USB 2.0 ports at
hand.
*We recommend you plugging wireless devices
dongle into these USB 2.0 ports for the best
wireless signal quality.

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1.8 12CM Carrara Edition Cooling FAN
Installing the 12CM Carrara Edition Cooling FAN
Step 1
Place the 12CM Carrara Edition Cooling FAN
to the rear of your PC case with screw holes
aligned. en secure it with 4 screws.
Step 2
Plug the attached fan cable to a free fan
connector on the motherboard.
Before installing the cooling fan, please make sure that your motherboard is properly
installed into a PC case.

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Specications
Fan
Dimension 120 x 120 x 26.7mm
Rated Voltage DC 12V
Fan Speed 800~2500 RPM
Air Pressure 4.25 mmAq
Airow 76.21 CFM
Rated Current AT 25°C 0.35 A
Duty cycle=100%
Rated Power AT 25°C 4.2 W
Duty cycle=100%
Sound Level 43.8 dB-A (MAX:46.8dBA)
Operation Voltage DC 6.0V~13.2V
Start-Up Voltage DC 6.0V (25°C Power ON/OFF)
Duty cycle=100%
Operating
Temperature Range -10°C~+70 °C
Storage Temperature
Range -40°C~+70 °C
Operating/Staorage
Humidity 5~90% RH

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is is an EATX 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