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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X670E Taichi Carrara
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.