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... 4.1 Install Operating System 52 4.2 Support CD Information 52 4.2.1 Running Support CD 52 4.2.2 Drivers Menu 52 4.2.3 Utilities Menu 52 4.2.4 Contact Information 52 4 BIOS SETUP UTILITY 32 3.1 Introduction 32 3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar 32 3.1.2 Navigation Keys 33 3.2 Main Screen 33 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen 34 3.4 Advanced Screen 38 3.4.1 CPU Configuration 39 3.4.2 Chipset Configuration 40 3.4.3 ACPI Configuration 41...
... 4.1 Install Operating System 52 4.2 Support CD Information 52 4.2.1 Running Support CD 52 4.2.2 Drivers Menu 52 4.2.3 Utilities Menu 52 4.2.4 Contact Information 52 4 BIOS SETUP UTILITY 32 3.1 Introduction 32 3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar 32 3.1.2 Navigation Keys 33 3.2 Main Screen 33 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen 34 3.4 Advanced Screen 38 3.4.1 CPU Configuration 39 3.4.2 Chipset Configuration 40 3.4.3 ACPI Configuration 41...
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... with robust design conforming to ASRock's commitment to the hardware installation. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 960GC-GS FX Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) ASRock 960GC-GS FX Quick Installation Guide ASRock 960GC-GS FX Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. Introduction Thank...
... with robust design conforming to ASRock's commitment to the hardware installation. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 960GC-GS FX Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) ASRock 960GC-GS FX Quick Installation Guide ASRock 960GC-GS FX Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. Introduction Thank...
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... memory 512MB - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio LAN - Support for Socket AM2+ / AM2 processors: AMD PhenomTM FX / Phenom / Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core / Athlon X2 Dual-Core / Athlon 64 / Sempron processor - Supports 8-Core CPU - Supports AMD OverDriveTM with max. Supports AMD's Cool 'n' QuietTM Technology - Supports Untied Overclocking Technology - Supports Hyper-Transport 3.0 (HT 3.0) Technology...
... memory 512MB - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio LAN - Support for Socket AM2+ / AM2 processors: AMD PhenomTM FX / Phenom / Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core / Athlon X2 Dual-Core / Athlon 64 / Sempron processor - Supports 8-Core CPU - Supports AMD OverDriveTM with max. Supports AMD's Cool 'n' QuietTM Technology - Supports Untied Overclocking Technology - Supports Hyper-Transport 3.0 (HT 3.0) Technology...
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...) - 16Mb AMI Legal BIOS - ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - Supports jumperfree - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Multi-Speed Control 7 Supports "Plug and Play" - Supports PXE I /O Storage Connector BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor - CPU, VCCM, NB Voltage Multi-adjustment - CPU Quiet Fan - CPU/Chassis Temperature Sensing - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), CyberLink MediaEspresso...
...) - 16Mb AMI Legal BIOS - ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - Supports jumperfree - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Multi-Speed Control 7 Supports "Plug and Play" - Supports PXE I /O Storage Connector BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor - CPU, VCCM, NB Voltage Multi-adjustment - CPU Quiet Fan - CPU/Chassis Temperature Sensing - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), CyberLink MediaEspresso...
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..., please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with 64-bit CPU, there is supported depends on the AM3/AM3+ CPU you want to adopt DDR3 1866/1600 memory... module on our website for system usage under Windows® 8 / 7 / VistaTM / XP. - FCC, CE, WHQL - ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 2. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 3. Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore OS - We are not responsible for CPU support...
..., please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with 64-bit CPU, there is supported depends on the AM3/AM3+ CPU you want to adopt DDR3 1866/1600 memory... module on our website for system usage under Windows® 8 / 7 / VistaTM / XP. - FCC, CE, WHQL - ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 2. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 3. Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore OS - We are not responsible for CPU support...
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... Dual Channel (DDRII_1 and DDRII_2; It is recommended to activate the Dual Channel Memory Technology. 3. DDR3 memory module is only supported by installing AM3/AM3+ CPU. Blue slots; Dual Channel DDR2 Memory Configurations (DS: Double Side, SS: Single Side) 2 memory modules 2 memory modules ...Memory Technology. You may be damaged. 4. DDR2 and DDR3 memory modules cannot be activated. DDR2 memory module is only supported by installing AM2/ AM2+/AM3 CPU. 16 For dual channel configuration, you have to install a DDR3 memory module into DDR2 slot or install a DDR2...
... Dual Channel (DDRII_1 and DDRII_2; It is recommended to activate the Dual Channel Memory Technology. 3. DDR3 memory module is only supported by installing AM3/AM3+ CPU. Blue slots; Dual Channel DDR2 Memory Configurations (DS: Double Side, SS: Single Side) 2 memory modules 2 memory modules ...Memory Technology. You may be damaged. 4. DDR2 and DDR3 memory modules cannot be activated. DDR2 memory module is only supported by installing AM2/ AM2+/AM3 CPU. 16 For dual channel configuration, you have to install a DDR3 memory module into DDR2 slot or install a DDR2...
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... 1 13 ATX 12V Power Connector (4-pin ATX12V1) (see p.12 No. 1) Please connect an ATX 12V power supply to this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can still work successfully even without the fan speed control function. Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation ATX Power Connector 12 24...
... 1 13 ATX 12V Power Connector (4-pin ATX12V1) (see p.12 No. 1) Please connect an ATX 12V power supply to this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can still work successfully even without the fan speed control function. Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation ATX Power Connector 12 24...
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...8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS on your system. 2.13 Untied Overclocking Technology This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology, which means during overclocking, but PCI / PCIE buses are in the fixed mode so that FSB can operate under a more stable overclocking... environment. Enter BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced screen Storage Configuration. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. Set the "SATA Operation Mode" option...
...8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS on your system. 2.13 Untied Overclocking Technology This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology, which means during overclocking, but PCI / PCIE buses are in the fixed mode so that FSB can operate under a more stable overclocking... environment. Enter BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced screen Storage Configuration. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. Set the "SATA Operation Mode" option...
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... lead to enable or disable AMD's Cool 'n' QuietTM technology. Enhance Halt State (C1E) All processors support the Halt State (C1). 3.4.1 CPU Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced CPU Configuration Cool' n' Quiet Secure Virtual Machine Enhanced Halt State(C1E) CPU HTC CPU Thermal Throttle [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] +F1 F9 F10 ESC Select Screen Select Item...
... lead to enable or disable AMD's Cool 'n' QuietTM technology. Enhance Halt State (C1E) All processors support the Halt State (C1). 3.4.1 CPU Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced CPU Configuration Cool' n' Quiet Secure Virtual Machine Enhanced Halt State(C1E) CPU HTC CPU Thermal Throttle [Enabled] [Enabled] [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] +F1 F9 F10 ESC Select Screen Select Item...
Quick Installation Guide
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... and endurance. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. In case any modifications of the motherboard and step-bystep installation guide. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 960GC-GS FX Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) ASRock 960GC-GS FX Quick Installation Guide ASRock 960GC-GS FX Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield...
... and endurance. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. In case any modifications of the motherboard and step-bystep installation guide. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 960GC-GS FX Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) ASRock 960GC-GS FX Quick Installation Guide ASRock 960GC-GS FX Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield...
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...-Transport 3.0 (HT 3.0) Technology - DX10 class iGPU, Pixel Shader 4.0 - Supports D-Sub with ACC feature (Advanced Clock Calibration) - Realtek RTL8111G - Supports Wake-On-LAN English 5 ASRock 960GC-GS FX Motherboard 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio LAN - Support for Socket AM2+ / AM2 processors: AMD PhenomTM FX / Phenom / Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core / Athlon X2 Dual-Core...
...-Transport 3.0 (HT 3.0) Technology - DX10 class iGPU, Pixel Shader 4.0 - Supports D-Sub with ACC feature (Advanced Clock Calibration) - Realtek RTL8111G - Supports Wake-On-LAN English 5 ASRock 960GC-GS FX Motherboard 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio LAN - Support for Socket AM2+ / AM2 processors: AMD PhenomTM FX / Phenom / Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core / Athlon X2 Dual-Core...
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... - 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) - Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Multi-Speed Control ASRock 960GC-GS FX Motherboard Supports PXE I /O Storage Connector BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor 6 - ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - CPU/Chassis Temperature Sensing - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), CyberLink MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial, Google...
... - 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) - Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Multi-Speed Control ASRock 960GC-GS FX Motherboard Supports PXE I /O Storage Connector BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor 6 - ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - CPU/Chassis Temperature Sensing - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), CyberLink MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial, Google...
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We are not responsible for the compatible memory modules. CAUTION! 1. Whether 1866/1600MHz memory speed is no such limitation. 8 ASRock 960GC-GS FX Motherboard English Due to our website for system usage under Windows® 8 / 7 / VistaTM / XP. Please refer to the ...overclocking tools. It should be less than 4GB for the reservation for CPU support list. This motherboard supports CPU up to the memory support list on this motherboard, please refer to 95W. If you adopt. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 3. WARNING Please realize that there is a certain risk involved ...
We are not responsible for the compatible memory modules. CAUTION! 1. Whether 1866/1600MHz memory speed is no such limitation. 8 ASRock 960GC-GS FX Motherboard English Due to our website for system usage under Windows® 8 / 7 / VistaTM / XP. Please refer to the ...overclocking tools. It should be less than 4GB for the reservation for CPU support list. This motherboard supports CPU up to the memory support list on this motherboard, please refer to 95W. If you adopt. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 3. WARNING Please realize that there is a certain risk involved ...
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... it can work if you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on this connector. English 18 ASRock 960GC-GS FX Motherboard Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation ATX Power Connector 12... 24 (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.2 No. 4) GND 1 2 3 4 Please connect the CPU fan ... motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector, 12 24 it to Pin 1-3. CPU Fan Connector FAN_SPEED_CONTROL (4-pin CPU_FAN1) CPU_FAN_SPEED +12V (see p.2 No. 5) Please connect...
... it can work if you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on this connector. English 18 ASRock 960GC-GS FX Motherboard Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation ATX Power Connector 12... 24 (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.2 No. 4) GND 1 2 3 4 Please connect the CPU fan ... motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector, 12 24 it to Pin 1-3. CPU Fan Connector FAN_SPEED_CONTROL (4-pin CPU_FAN1) CPU_FAN_SPEED +12V (see p.2 No. 5) Please connect...