ASRock B365 PRO4 ATX Motherboard Instruction Manual

1. Introdución

This manual provides detailed instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of your ASRock B365 PRO4 ATX Motherboard. Please read this manual thoroughly before proceeding with installation to ensure correct setup and to prevent damage to the components.

The ASRock B365 PRO4 motherboard supports 9th and 8th Generation Intel Core Processors, offering a robust platform for personal computing. It features a Digi Power Design with an 8 Power Phase Design, ensuring stable power delivery to the CPU.

2. Información de seguridade

• Desconecte sempre a fonte de alimentación antes de instalar ou retirar calquera compoñente.
• Use unha pulseira antiestática para evitar danos por descarga electrostática (ESD) en compoñentes sensibles.
• Sujete a placa base polos bordos para evitar tocar os compoñentes sensibles.
• Asegúrate de ventilar axeitadamente a carcasa do teu PC para evitar o sobrequecemento.
• Manteña a placa base lonxe da humidade e das temperaturas extremas.

3. Configuración e instalación

3.1 Contido do paquete

Verifica que todos os elementos estean presentes no paquete:

• ASRock B365 PRO4 Motherboard
• Guía de instalación rápida
• CD de soporte
• Escudo de E / S
• 2 x cables de datos SATA
• 3 parafusos para soquetes M.2
• 1 separador para zócalo M.2

Image: ASRock B365 PRO4 Motherboard and its included accessories, including the quick installation guide, support CD, I/O shield, SATA cables, and M.2 screws/standoff.

3.2 Deseño da placa base

Familiarize yourself with the key components and connectors on the motherboard.

Imaxe: De arriba abaixo view of the ASRock B365 PRO4 Motherboard, highlighting the CPU socket, RAM slots, PCIe slots, and M.2 slots.

Imaxe: En ángulo view of the ASRock B365 PRO4 Motherboard, showing the heatsinks and various connectors.

3.3 Instalación da CPU (LGA1151)

1. Abra a panca do socket da CPU e levante a placa de carga.
2. Aliña coidadosamente a CPU co socket, asegurándote de que o triángulo dourado da CPU coincida co triángulo do socket.
3. Coloque a CPU no socket con coidado sen forzala.
4. Peche a placa de carga e asegúreaa coa panca.

3.4 Instalación da memoria (RAM)

The motherboard features 4 DDR4 DIMM slots, supporting dual-channel memory up to 64GB.

1. Abra os clips nos dous extremos da ranura DIMM.
2. Aliñe a muesca do módulo RAM coa chave da ranura DIMM.
3. Insert the RAM module firmly until the clips snap into place.

3.5 Instalación do dispositivo de almacenamento

The motherboard supports 6 SATA3 ports and 2 Ultra M.2 ports.

• Unidades SATA: Connect SATA data cables to the SATA ports on the motherboard and to your storage devices (HDDs/SSDs). Connect power cables from your power supply to the devices.
• Unidades SSD M.2: Locate the M.2 slots. Insert the M.2 SSD into the slot at an angle, then gently push it down and secure it with the provided screw and standoff.

3.6 Instalación da tarxeta de expansión (PCIe)

The motherboard has 2 PCI-Express 3.0 x16 slots and 2 PCI-Express 3.0 x1 slots.

1. Select an appropriate PCIe slot for your expansion card (e.g., graphics card).
2. Retire o soporte metálico correspondente da carcasa do seu PC.
3. Align the card with the slot and press firmly until it is seated correctly.
4. Fixa a tarxeta á carcasa do PC cun parafuso.

3.7 Connecting Peripherals to the I/O Panel

O panel de E/S traseiro ofrece varios portos para conectar dispositivos externos.

Imaxe: Primeiro plano view of the ASRock B365 PRO4 Motherboard's rear I/O panel, showing ports for PS/2, USB 2.0, USB 3.1 Gen 1, VGA, DVI-D, HDMI, LAN, and audio jacks.

• Portos USB: Connect USB devices (keyboard, mouse, external drives) to the available USB 2.0 (5 ports) and USB 3.1 Gen 1 (8 ports, including 1 Type-C rear) ports.
• Saídas de vídeo: Connect your monitor to the VGA, DVI-D, or HDMI port.
• Porto LAN: Conecte un cable Ethernet para acceder á rede.
• Conectores de son: Connect speakers, headphones, or microphones to the audio jacks.
• Porto PS/2: Connect a PS/2 keyboard or mouse.

4. Instrucións de funcionamento

4.1 Primeiro arranque e configuración da BIOS

1. After assembling all components, connect the power supply and monitor.
2. Acenda o seu sistema. Prema Del or F2 durante o inicio para entrar na utilidade de configuración da BIOS/UEFI.
3. Configure boot order, system time, and other necessary settings. Save changes and exit.
4. Install your operating system from a bootable USB drive or optical media.

4.2 Instalación do controlador

After installing the operating system, install the necessary drivers from the provided Support CD or download the latest versions from the ASRock websitio. Os factores clave inclúen:

• Controladores de chipsets
• Controladores de son (Realtek ALC892)
• LAN Drivers (Intel I219V Gigabit Ethernet)
• Controladores gráficos (para gráficos integrados ou GPU discretas)

5. Mantemento

• Eliminación de po: Limpa regularmente o po da placa base e dos ventiladores da caixa con aire comprimido. Asegúrate de que o sistema estea apagado e desconectado antes de limpalo.
• Actualizacións da BIOS: Consulta o ASRock website periodically for BIOS updates. Updates can improve system stability and compatibility. Follow the instructions carefully when updating the BIOS.
• Xestión de cables Asegúrate de que os cables estean ben colocados para mellorar o fluxo de aire e evitar interferencias.

6 Solución de problemas

• Sen enerxía:
  • Check all power connections, including the 24-pin ATX and 8-pin 12V CPU power connectors.
  • Asegúrese de que o interruptor da fonte de alimentación estea na posición de acendido.
• Sen visualización:
  • Verify that the monitor is connected to the correct video output (either integrated graphics or discrete GPU).
  • Reinstala a tarxeta gráfica e os módulos de RAM.
• Inestabilidade/fallos do sistema:
  • Comprobe que os módulos de RAM estean asentados correctamente.
  • Ensure CPU cooler is properly installed and making good contact.
  • Actualiza os controladores e a BIOS ás versións máis recentes.
• M.2 SSD Not Detected:
  • Ensure the M.2 SSD is correctly seated and secured.
  • Check BIOS settings to ensure M.2 slots are enabled and configured correctly (SATA vs. PCIe mode).

7. Especificacións

8. Garantía e soporte

8.1 Información da garantía

The ASRock B365 PRO4 Motherboard comes with a 1 ano de garantía limitada. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. For specific terms and conditions, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official ASRock websitio.

Note: Damage caused by improper installation, misuse, unauthorized modifications, or natural disasters is not covered under warranty.

8.2 Soporte técnico

For technical assistance, driver downloads, BIOS updates, or further troubleshooting, please visit the official ASRock support websitio:

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Tamén podes contactar directamente co servizo de atención ao cliente de ASRock a través do seu websitio web para asistencia personalizada.