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... 4.1 Install Operating System 55 4.2 Support CD Information 55 4.2.1 Running Support CD 55 4.2.2 Drivers Menu 55 4.2.3 Utilities Menu 55 4.2.4 Contact Information 55 4 BIOS SETUP UTILITY 34 3.1 Introduction 34 3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar 34 3.1.2 Navigation Keys 35 3.2 Main Screen 35 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen 36 3.4 Advanced Screen 41 3.4.1 CPU Configuration 42 3.4.2 Chipset Configuration 43 3.4.3 ACPI Configuration 44...
... 4.1 Install Operating System 55 4.2 Support CD Information 55 4.2.1 Running Support CD 55 4.2.2 Drivers Menu 55 4.2.3 Utilities Menu 55 4.2.4 Contact Information 55 4 BIOS SETUP UTILITY 34 3.1 Introduction 34 3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar 34 3.1.2 Navigation Keys 35 3.2 Main Screen 35 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen 36 3.4 Advanced Screen 41 3.4.1 CPU Configuration 42 3.4.2 Chipset Configuration 43 3.4.3 ACPI Configuration 44...
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...asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.2-in, 24.4 cm x 18.3 cm) ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX Quick Installation Guide ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield 5 In this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX... you require technical support related to change without further notice. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice.
...asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.2-in, 24.4 cm x 18.3 cm) ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX Quick Installation Guide ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield 5 In this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX... you require technical support related to change without further notice. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice.
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... - shared memory 512MB (see CAUTION 5) - Supports THX TruStudioTM - 960GM-GS3 FX Realtek PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN RTL8111E, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - 960GM-S3 FX Realtek PCIEx1 LAN 8105EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - Supports AMD's Cool 'n' QuietTM Technology - Supports Hyper-Transport 3.0 (HT 3.0) Technology - Northbridge: AMD 760G - Supports 8-Core CPU - Solid Capacitor for CPU power - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics...
... - shared memory 512MB (see CAUTION 5) - Supports THX TruStudioTM - 960GM-GS3 FX Realtek PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN RTL8111E, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - 960GM-S3 FX Realtek PCIEx1 LAN 8105EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - Supports AMD's Cool 'n' QuietTM Technology - Supports Hyper-Transport 3.0 (HT 3.0) Technology - Northbridge: AMD 760G - Supports 8-Core CPU - Solid Capacitor for CPU power - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics...
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...: COM1 - 1 x VGA Port - 4 x Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) - SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - ASRock APP Charger (see CAUTION 14) - Hybrid Booster: - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 16) 7 ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 15) - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), AMD OverDriveTM Utility, CyberLink MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial...
...: COM1 - 1 x VGA Port - 4 x Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) - SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - ASRock APP Charger (see CAUTION 14) - Hybrid Booster: - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 16) 7 ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 15) - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), AMD OverDriveTM Utility, CyberLink MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial...
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...by the chipset vendor and is supported depends on the AM3/AM3+ CPU you want to adopt DDR3 1800/1600 memory module on this motherboard, please refer to the memory support list on page 16 for details. 2. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 4. The maximum shared ...memory size is defined by overclocking. CAUTION! 1. CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer - For Windows® OS with...
...by the chipset vendor and is supported depends on the AM3/AM3+ CPU you want to adopt DDR3 1800/1600 memory module on this motherboard, please refer to the memory support list on page 16 for details. 2. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 4. The maximum shared ...memory size is defined by overclocking. CAUTION! 1. CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer - For Windows® OS with...
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...into Standby mode (S1), Suspend to quickly charge many Apple devices simultaneously and even supports continuous charging when your overclocking record under Windows® environment. With APP Charger driver installed, you - ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 8. Please visit our website for the user to get the same OC ... capable of output phases to 40% faster than ever. With this tool and save your computer and up to improve efficiency when the CPU cores are idle. Just launch this utility, you can press key during the POST or press key to BIOS setup menu to update...
...into Standby mode (S1), Suspend to quickly charge many Apple devices simultaneously and even supports continuous charging when your overclocking record under Windows® environment. With APP Charger driver installed, you - ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 8. Please visit our website for the user to get the same OC ... capable of output phases to 40% faster than ever. With this tool and save your computer and up to improve efficiency when the CPU cores are idle. Just launch this utility, you can press key during the POST or press key to BIOS setup menu to update...
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Blue) 28 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1) 11 1.3 Motherboard Layout (960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX) PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard 12 34 18.3cm (7.2-in) 56 1 PS2_USB_PW1 ATX12V1 CPU_FAN1 7 AT X P W R 1 AM3+ FSB2.6GHz COM1 DDR3 1800 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-FpinSBmo8d0ul0e)...27 26 25 24 23 USB 2.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 USB 2.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 Top: RJ-45 HT3.0 DX10 Phenom II Dual Channel CMOS BATTERY SPEAKER1 1 1 CLRCMOS1 Support 8-Core CPU PWR_FAN1 Top: LINE IN Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN ErP/EuP Ready LAN Super I/O 8Mb BIOS AUDIO CODEC HD_AUDIO1 1 1 LPT1 Design in Taipei AMD 760G...
Blue) 28 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1) 11 1.3 Motherboard Layout (960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX) PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard 12 34 18.3cm (7.2-in) 56 1 PS2_USB_PW1 ATX12V1 CPU_FAN1 7 AT X P W R 1 AM3+ FSB2.6GHz COM1 DDR3 1800 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-FpinSBmo8d0ul0e)...27 26 25 24 23 USB 2.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 USB 2.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 Top: RJ-45 HT3.0 DX10 Phenom II Dual Channel CMOS BATTERY SPEAKER1 1 1 CLRCMOS1 Support 8-Core CPU PWR_FAN1 Top: LINE IN Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN ErP/EuP Ready LAN Super I/O 8Mb BIOS AUDIO CODEC HD_AUDIO1 1 1 LPT1 Design in Taipei AMD 760G...
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Please connect the chassis speaker 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. If you adopt a traditional 20-pin ATX power supply. Though this header... p.11 No. 28) GND +12V CHA_FAN_SPEED GND +12V PWR_FAN_SPEED Please connect the fan cables to the fan connectors and match the black wire to the CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.11 No. 8) PLED+ PLEDPWRBTN# GND 1 DUMMY RESET# GND HDLEDHDLED+ 1 SPEAKER DUMMY DUMMY +5V This header accommodates several system ...
Please connect the chassis speaker 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. If you adopt a traditional 20-pin ATX power supply. Though this header... p.11 No. 28) GND +12V CHA_FAN_SPEED GND +12V PWR_FAN_SPEED Please connect the fan cables to the fan connectors and match the black wire to the CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.11 No. 8) PLED+ PLEDPWRBTN# GND 1 DUMMY RESET# GND HDLEDHDLED+ 1 SPEAKER DUMMY DUMMY +5V This header accommodates several system ...
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Please refer to [Manual]. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. 2.15 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...
Please refer to [Manual]. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. 2.15 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...
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... v02.54 (C) Copyright 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to select a field. 960GM-S3 FX BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main OC Tweaker Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit System Overview System Time System Date [17:00:09...PCIE Frequency (MHz) Spread Spectrum Boot Failure Guard Boot Failure Guard Count Advanced Clock Calibration AMD Turbo Core Technology AMD IO C-State Support CPU Active Core Control Processor Maximum Frequency North Bridge Maximum Frequency Processor Maximum Voltage Multiplier/Voltage Change [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Auto...
... v02.54 (C) Copyright 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to select a field. 960GM-S3 FX BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main OC Tweaker Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit System Overview System Time System Date [17:00:09...PCIE Frequency (MHz) Spread Spectrum Boot Failure Guard Boot Failure Guard Count Advanced Clock Calibration AMD Turbo Core Technology AMD IO C-State Support CPU Active Core Control Processor Maximum Frequency North Bridge Maximum Frequency Processor Maximum Voltage Multiplier/Voltage Change [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Auto...
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...Cores] and [Per Core]. If you select [All Cores], you to enable or disable AMD IO C-State Support. Configuration options: [+12%] to adjust CPU frequency. Use this to [-12%]. AMD IO C-State Support This allows you will see the options "Value (Core 0)", "Value (Core 1)", "Value (Core 2)" ...Manual]. AMD Turbo Core Technology This item appears only when the processor you adopt. The configuration options depend on the CPU core you adopt supports this feature. North Bridge Maximum Frequency It will display Processor Maximum Frequency for reference. The default value is [All Cores...
...Cores] and [Per Core]. If you select [All Cores], you to enable or disable AMD IO C-State Support. Configuration options: [+12%] to adjust CPU frequency. Use this to [-12%]. AMD IO C-State Support This allows you will see the options "Value (Core 0)", "Value (Core 1)", "Value (Core 2)" ...Manual]. AMD Turbo Core Technology This item appears only when the processor you adopt. The configuration options depend on the CPU core you adopt supports this feature. North Bridge Maximum Frequency It will display Processor Maximum Frequency for reference. The default value is [All Cores...
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... stability, it is not recommended to adjust the value of this to select DRAM voltage. However, for system stability. CPU Frequency Multiplier For safety and system stability, it is not recommended to adjust the value of this item. Configuration options:...PCIE Frequency (MHz) Spread Spectrum Boot Failure Guard Boot Failure Guard Count Advanced Clock Calibration AMD Turbo Core Technology AMD IO C-State Support CPU Active Core Control Processor Maximum Frequency North Bridge Maximum Frequency Processor Maximum Voltage Multiplier/Voltage Change [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Auto]...
... stability, it is not recommended to adjust the value of this to select DRAM voltage. However, for system stability. CPU Frequency Multiplier For safety and system stability, it is not recommended to adjust the value of this item. Configuration options:...PCIE Frequency (MHz) Spread Spectrum Boot Failure Guard Boot Failure Guard Count Advanced Clock Calibration AMD Turbo Core Technology AMD IO C-State Support CPU Active Core Control Processor Maximum Frequency North Bridge Maximum Frequency Processor Maximum Voltage Multiplier/Voltage Change [Press Enter] [Press Enter] [Auto]...
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... AMD's Cool 'n' QuietTM technology. The default value is [Enabled]. 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) [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] +F1... Copyright 1985-2003, American Megatrends, Inc. The default value is [Enabled]. The C1 state is set this function may reduce CPU voltage and memory frequency, and lead to [Enabled], a VMM (Virtual Machine Architecture) can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided ...
... AMD's Cool 'n' QuietTM technology. The default value is [Enabled]. 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) [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] +F1... Copyright 1985-2003, American Megatrends, Inc. The default value is [Enabled]. The C1 state is set this function may reduce CPU voltage and memory frequency, and lead to [Enabled], a VMM (Virtual Machine Architecture) can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided ...
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... as well. In this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. 1. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to...
... as well. In this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. 1. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to...
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...+ processors - FSB 2600 MHz (5.2 GT/s) - Support DDR3 1800(OC)/1600(OC)/1333/1066/800 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 4) - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (blue @ x16 mode) - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot - 2 x PCI slots - capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 3) - Max. shared memory 512MB (see CAUTION 5) - Supports PXE English 6 ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX Motherboard
...+ processors - FSB 2600 MHz (5.2 GT/s) - Support DDR3 1800(OC)/1600(OC)/1333/1066/800 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 4) - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (blue @ x16 mode) - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot - 2 x PCI slots - capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 3) - Max. shared memory 512MB (see CAUTION 5) - Supports PXE English 6 ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX Motherboard
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...ASRock Instant Boot - ASRock APP Charger (see CAUTION 14) - Supports jumperfree - ASRock SmartView (see CAUTION 13) - ASRock XFast USB (see CAUTION 12) - Hybrid Booster: - Front panel audio connector - 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) - 8Mb AMI BIOS - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 7) - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 16) 7 ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX Motherboard ASRock...) - ASRock Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 15) - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 8) - CPU, VCCM, NB Voltage Multi-adjustment Support CD - CPU/Chassis/Power...
...ASRock Instant Boot - ASRock APP Charger (see CAUTION 14) - Supports jumperfree - ASRock SmartView (see CAUTION 13) - ASRock XFast USB (see CAUTION 12) - Hybrid Booster: - Front panel audio connector - 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) - 8Mb AMI BIOS - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 7) - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 16) 7 ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX Motherboard ASRock...) - ASRock Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 15) - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 8) - CPU, VCCM, NB Voltage Multi-adjustment Support CD - CPU/Chassis/Power...
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... is required) (see CAUTION 17) * For detailed product information, 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 1800/1600 memory module on this motherboard, please refer to... / XP / XP Media Center / XP 64-bit compliant Certifications - FCC, CE, WHQL - CAUTION! 1. Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore OS - Due to SATAII connector directly. 8 ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX Motherboard English
... is required) (see CAUTION 17) * For detailed product information, 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 1800/1600 memory module on this motherboard, please refer to... / XP / XP Media Center / XP 64-bit compliant Certifications - FCC, CE, WHQL - CAUTION! 1. Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore OS - Due to SATAII connector directly. 8 ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX Motherboard English
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... helps you can load the OC profile to their own system to improve efficiency when the CPU cores are idle. With OC DNA, you to save your hardware devices to record the ... enters into Standby mode (S1), Suspend to quickly charge many Apple devices simultaneously and even supports continuous charging when your USB flash drive, floppy disk or hard drive, then you to...'n' Quiet option in the BIOS setup in Flash ROM. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/Feature/AppCharger/index.asp 9 ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX Motherboard English With this tool and save your OC settings as iPhone...
... helps you can load the OC profile to their own system to improve efficiency when the CPU cores are idle. With OC DNA, you to save your hardware devices to record the ... enters into Standby mode (S1), Suspend to quickly charge many Apple devices simultaneously and even supports continuous charging when your USB flash drive, floppy disk or hard drive, then you to...'n' Quiet option in the BIOS setup in Flash ROM. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/Feature/AppCharger/index.asp 9 ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX Motherboard English With this tool and save your OC settings as iPhone...
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... and Pin 13. 20-Pin ATX Power Supply Installation 1 13 20 ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX Motherboard English Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.2 No. 6) 4 Please connect the CPU fan cable to this motherboard, please connect it can work if you...Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1) (see p.2 No. 28) Please connect the chassis speaker 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. Please connect the fan cables to the...
... and Pin 13. 20-Pin ATX Power Supply Installation 1 13 20 ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX Motherboard English Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.2 No. 6) 4 Please connect the CPU fan cable to this motherboard, please connect it can work if you...Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1) (see p.2 No. 28) Please connect the chassis speaker 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. Please connect the fan cables to the...
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B. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin ...overclocking risk before you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. Enter BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced screen Storage Configuration. English 22 ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX Motherboard Set the "SATA Operation Mode" option to [AHCI]. Using SATA / SATAII HDDs with NCQ and... / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit on your system. 2.11 Untied Overclocking Technology This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology, which means during overclocking, but PCI / PCIE buses are in the fixed mode so that ...
B. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin ...overclocking risk before you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. Enter BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced screen Storage Configuration. English 22 ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX Motherboard Set the "SATA Operation Mode" option to [AHCI]. Using SATA / SATAII HDDs with NCQ and... / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit on your system. 2.11 Untied Overclocking Technology This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology, which means during overclocking, but PCI / PCIE buses are in the fixed mode so that ...