ASRock ARGB Link Quick Installation Guide
Seamless Integration with ASRock ARGB Link
ASRock graphics cards featuring integrated ARGB LEDs allow customization of vibrant lighting effects using ASRock Polychrome SYNC. The ARGB Link feature enables seamless integration, allowing effortless synchronization of your ASRock graphics card's lighting with the rest of your system for a stunning visual experience.
By default, your ASRock graphics card operates in the Polychrome SYNC (active control) mode, where its lighting effects are controlled by ASRock Polychrome SYNC software. You can change it to the ARGB Link (passive control) mode, which enables a cohesive lighting display by switching the control to other ARGB control systems, such as the ARGB control system of your motherboard or other peripheral devices.
The ARGB Link feature is only compatible with selected models of ASRock graphics cards. To check compatibility, please contact ASRock Technical Support.
Installation Procedures
- Power off your system. ⚠️ WARNING! Please make sure you have completely shut down your computer.
- Locate the LED Switch on the ASRock graphics card. Toggle the LED Switch to the OFF position.
- Connect one end of the 3-pin ARGB cable (female-to-female) to the ARGB Header on the graphics card. Note: You need to purchase the 5V 3-pin ARGB cable separately.
- Locate the 3-pin +5V ARGB header on your ARGB control system. Here we take a motherboard as an example. ⚠️ WARNING! Ensure you connect to the correct 3-pin +5V ARGB header on your motherboard, or your graphics card may be damaged. For ASRock motherboards, locate the "ADDR_LED" header.
- Plug in the other end of the 3-pin ARGB cable to the 3-pin +5V ARGB header on your motherboard. When you have plugged in the cable, the graphics card automatically switches RGB control to your motherboard.
- Power on your computer and now you're all set! Enjoy seamless, synchronized lighting effects with your ARGB control system.
ARGB Header Pinout Description
The ARGB header on the graphics card typically connects to a 3-pin +5V ARGB header on a control system. The pins are generally configured as follows:
- +5V: Power input for ARGB LEDs.
- DATA: Data signal for controlling LED effects.
- GND: Ground connection.
Note: The graphics card may have a 4-pin header with labels like '+5V', 'DATA', 'N/A', 'GND'. Ensure connection to the correct +5V, DATA, and GND pins.
⚠️ WARNING! The feature only supports the +5V ARGB header with a +5V pin connected to the main power. Before use, please confirm with your motherboard's manufacturer to ensure that the +5V header on your motherboard is a main power source, rather than standby power.
Features Comparison of the LED Switch
When the ARGB Header on the ASRock Graphics Card is NOT CONNECTED TO ANY ARGB CONTROL SYSTEM
When the ARGB Header is not connected, the LED Switch controls the onboard LEDs or any other ARGB LED strips or devices connected to the graphics card:
| LED Switch Position | Function | Description |
|---|---|---|
| ON | LED On | Turn on the built-in ARGB LED lights on your ASRock graphics card or on any other ARGB LED strips or devices connected to the graphics card. |
| OFF | LED Off | Turn off the lights on the graphics card or on any other ARGB LED strips or devices connected to the graphics card. |
When the ARGB Header on the ASRock Graphics Card IS CONNECTED TO AN ARGB CONTROL SYSTEM
When the ARGB Header is connected to an ARGB control system via a 3-pin ARGB cable, the LED Switch toggles between control modes:
| LED Switch Position | Mode | Function | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| ON | Polychrome SYNC Mode | Active Control | Assigns ARGB control to the graphics card. You can control the light effects of your graphics card via the ASRock Polychrome SYNC software. |
| OFF | ARGB Link Mode | Passive Control | Assigns the ARGB control to other ARGB control systems, such as a motherboard, controller hub, and case. This allows you to synchronize all RGB lights in your PC. You can connect the graphics card with supported devices via a 3-pin female-to-female ARGB cable. |
Additional Features
- ARGB Output: You can connect an ARGB strip or a device to the ARGB Header to make the lighting effects more rich and vivid.
- Active Control: You can control the light effects of your graphics card via the ASRock Polychrome SYNC software.
- ARGB Link: The lighting effects of your graphics card are managed by the connected ARGB control system, such as a motherboard, controller hub, or case, allowing you to synchronize all RGB lights in your PC.
