How to download and change RGB using ASRock PolyChrome RGBUpdated a month ago

If you’ve got an ASRock motherboard or compatible components, Polychrome RGB is your key to customizing your computer's lighting. Whether you're looking for a clean static glow, pulsing color, or full-blown rainbow mode, Polychrome gives you control over every RGB zone on your board, RAM, GPU, and more (that's compatible).

That said, Polychrome RGB can be a bit finicky, especially with detection issues or if you’re running a newer version of Windows. But don’t worry, this guide will walk you through how to download, install, and use ASRock Polychrome RGB, step by step.

STEP ONE: DOWNLOAD/INSTALL POLYCHROME RGB

• Head to the official ASRock support site here.
  

• Type in your motherboard model (e.g., Z790 Riptide WiFi)
  

• Go to the Support > Download section.
  

• Scroll down to Downloads and look for ASRock Polychrome RGB.
  

• Once downloaded, extract the ZIP and run the Setup.exe. Follow the on-screen prompts:
  

• Click Accept the license> Next > Install
  

• Once it finishes, launch Polychrome from the desktop shortcut or Start menu.

If it doesn’t launch or gives a “Device Not Detected” error, try running it as an administrator.

STEP TWO: LAUNCH POLYCHROME RGB AND DETECT YOUR DEVICES

When you open the software, it’ll scan for compatible RGB zones and components. You should see:

• Motherboard RGB zones (PCH, IO cover, heatsinks)
  

• RAM modules
  

• Addressable RGB headers (ARGB)
  

• Standard RGB headers
  

• Possibly your GPU or other peripherals, depending on compatibility

If devices aren't showing up, update your motherboard BIOS and chipset drivers, then reinstall Polychrome.

STEP THREE: CUSTOMIZE YOUR LIGHTING

• Static – solid color
  

• Breathing – fade in/out
  

• Strobe – flashing
  

• Cycle – rotates through colors
  

• Music – reacts to audio
  

• Wave / Rainbow – animated, multi-color flow
  

• Off – disables the lighting completely
  
  Polychrome RGB does not support Aura Sync, Mystic Light, or other third-party software. Avoid running multiple RGB control apps at once.
  

That’s it! You now have full control over your RGB lighting using ASRock Polychrome RGB. Whether you prefer a clean, subtle white glow or a more vibrant, colorful display, your system’s aesthetics can now match its performance.