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Introduction 5 1.1 Package Contents 5 1.2 Specifications 6 1.3 Unique Features 9 1.4 Motherboard Layout (960GM-VGS3 FX / 960GM-VS3 FX) ..... 12 1.5 I/O Panel (960GM-VGS3 FX 13 1.6 I/O Panel (960GM-VS3 FX 14 2. Installation 15 Pre-installation Precautions 15 2.1 CPU Installation 16 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink 16 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM ... RAID Functions 31 2.13.2 Installing Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit Without RAID Functions 32 2.14 Untied Overclocking Technology 32 3 Contents 1.
Introduction 5 1.1 Package Contents 5 1.2 Specifications 6 1.3 Unique Features 9 1.4 Motherboard Layout (960GM-VGS3 FX / 960GM-VS3 FX) ..... 12 1.5 I/O Panel (960GM-VGS3 FX 13 1.6 I/O Panel (960GM-VS3 FX 14 2. Installation 15 Pre-installation Precautions 15 2.1 CPU Installation 16 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink 16 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM ... RAID Functions 31 2.13.2 Installing Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit Without RAID Functions 32 2.14 Untied Overclocking Technology 32 3 Contents 1.
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...- resolution up to 2048x1536 @ 60Hz - 5.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec) - 960GM-VGS3 FX Atheros® PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN AR8151, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - 960GM-VS3 FX Atheros® PCIE x1 LAN AR8152, speed 10/100 Mb/s - AMD LIVE!TM Ready - ...Support DDR3 1866(OC)/1600(OC)/1333/1066 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 2) - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (PCIE1 @ x16 mode) - 1 x PCI slot - Supports AMD OverDriveTM with max. FSB 2600 MHz (5.2 GT/s) - Supports Untied Overclocking...
...- resolution up to 2048x1536 @ 60Hz - 5.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec) - 960GM-VGS3 FX Atheros® PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN AR8151, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - 960GM-VS3 FX Atheros® PCIE x1 LAN AR8152, speed 10/100 Mb/s - AMD LIVE!TM Ready - ...Support DDR3 1866(OC)/1600(OC)/1333/1066 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 2) - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (PCIE1 @ x16 mode) - 1 x PCI slot - Supports AMD OverDriveTM with max. FSB 2600 MHz (5.2 GT/s) - Supports Untied Overclocking...
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.... Whether 1866/1600MHz memory speed is supported depends on our website for the compatible memory modules. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 2. Overclocking may affect your system's stability, or even cause damage to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may be done at your system. Due ...to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. It should be less than 4GB for the reservation for possible damage caused by overclocking. We are not responsible for system usage under Windows® 8 / 7 / VistaTM / XP.
.... Whether 1866/1600MHz memory speed is supported depends on our website for the compatible memory modules. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 2. Overclocking may affect your system's stability, or even cause damage to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may be done at your system. Due ...to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. It should be less than 4GB for the reservation for possible damage caused by overclocking. We are not responsible for system usage under Windows® 8 / 7 / VistaTM / XP.
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...efficiency without sacrificing computing performance. 1.3 Unique Features ASRock OC Tuner ASRock OC Tuner is a user-friendly overclocking tool which normally enable the Sleep/Standby and Hibernation modes in Windows® to access ASRock Instant Flash. ASRock Intelligent Energy Saver Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and...during the shutdown and startup process, Instant Boot allows you to surveil your system by hardware monitor function and overclock your system. ASRock Instant Boot ASRock Instant Boot allows you to turn on your PC in just a few seconds, provides a much more ...
...efficiency without sacrificing computing performance. 1.3 Unique Features ASRock OC Tuner ASRock OC Tuner is a user-friendly overclocking tool which normally enable the Sleep/Standby and Hibernation modes in Windows® to access ASRock Instant Flash. ASRock Intelligent Energy Saver Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and...during the shutdown and startup process, Instant Boot allows you to surveil your system by hardware monitor function and overclock your system. ASRock Instant Boot ASRock Instant Boot allows you to turn on your PC in just a few seconds, provides a much more ...
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... to their own system to record the OC settings and share with your overclocking record under the operating system and simplifies the complicated recording process of . OC DNA, an exclusive utility developed by ASRock, provides a convenient way for you to 40% faster than before. With... OC DNA, you can lower the latency in Game: After setting online game's priority higher, it is capable of overclocking settings. ASRock APP Charger allows you what it can easily enjoy the marvelous charging experience. complicated flash utility. Simply install the APP Charger driver...
... to their own system to record the OC settings and share with your overclocking record under the operating system and simplifies the complicated recording process of . OC DNA, an exclusive utility developed by ASRock, provides a convenient way for you to 40% faster than before. With... OC DNA, you can lower the latency in Game: After setting online game's priority higher, it is capable of overclocking settings. ASRock APP Charger allows you what it can easily enjoy the marvelous charging experience. complicated flash utility. Simply install the APP Charger driver...
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... "Unlock CPU Cores" feature might vary by different processors. 11 With the smart X-Boost, overclocking CPU can easily recognize which data streams you are transferring currently. ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM fully utilizes the memory space that it also boosts the speed of Your Data:... of your SSDs or HDDs in order to extend their lifespan. Another advantage of ASRock XFast RAM is brilliantly designed to 15.77% performance boost! ASRock X-Boost ASRock's X-Boost Technology is a smart auto-overclocking function and is that cannot be used under Windows® OS 32-bit CPU....
... "Unlock CPU Cores" feature might vary by different processors. 11 With the smart X-Boost, overclocking CPU can easily recognize which data streams you are transferring currently. ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM fully utilizes the memory space that it also boosts the speed of Your Data:... of your SSDs or HDDs in order to extend their lifespan. Another advantage of ASRock XFast RAM is brilliantly designed to 15.77% performance boost! ASRock X-Boost ASRock's X-Boost Technology is a smart auto-overclocking function and is that cannot be used under Windows® OS 32-bit CPU....
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... STEP 2: Install Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS on page 8 for the possible overclocking risk before you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. 32 2.13.2 Installing Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit Without RAID Functions If you...Set the "SATA Operation Mode" option to [AHCI]. Enter BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced screen Storage Configuration. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to the warning on your system. B. Please refer to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. Using SATA /...
... STEP 2: Install Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS on page 8 for the possible overclocking risk before you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. 32 2.13.2 Installing Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit Without RAID Functions If you...Set the "SATA Operation Mode" option to [AHCI]. Enter BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced screen Storage Configuration. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to the warning on your system. B. Please refer to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. Using SATA /...
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.... Because the BIOS software is constantly being updated, the following selections: Main To set up the system time/date information OC Tweaker To set up overclocking features Advanced To set up the advanced BIOS features H/W Monitor To display current hardware status Boot To set up the default system device to locate...
.... Because the BIOS software is constantly being updated, the following selections: Main To set up the system time/date information OC Tweaker To set up overclocking features Advanced To set up the advanced BIOS features H/W Monitor To display current hardware status Boot To set up the default system device to locate...
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...allows you adopt. PCIE Frequency (MHz) Use this to select enable or disable AMD Turbo Core Technology. CPU Configuration Overclock Mode Use this item to configure Boot Failure Guard Count. The configuration options depend on the CPU core you to enable...Enabled] [3] [All Cores] [Auto] [Enabled] [Auto] x31.5 6300 MHZ x31.0 6200 MHz 1.5500 V [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] Overclocking may cause damage to select Overclock Mode. Configuration options: [Auto] and [Disabled]. Configuration options: [Auto] and [Manual]. AMD Turbo Core Technology This item appears only when the ...
...allows you adopt. PCIE Frequency (MHz) Use this to select enable or disable AMD Turbo Core Technology. CPU Configuration Overclock Mode Use this item to configure Boot Failure Guard Count. The configuration options depend on the CPU core you to enable...Enabled] [3] [All Cores] [Auto] [Enabled] [Auto] x31.5 6300 MHZ x31.0 6200 MHz 1.5500 V [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] Overclocking may cause damage to select Overclock Mode. Configuration options: [Auto] and [Disabled]. Configuration options: [Auto] and [Manual]. AMD Turbo Core Technology This item appears only when the ...
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... and Exit ESC Exit v02.54 (C) Copyright 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main OC Tweaker Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit CPU Configuration Overclock Mode CPU Frequency (MHz) PCIE Frequency (MHz) Spread Spectrum Boot Failure Guard Boot Failure Guard Count CPU Active Core Control AMD Turbo Core Technology AMD... Frequency Processor Maximum Voltage Multiplier/Voltage Change [Auto] [200] [100] [Auto] [Enabled] [3] [All Cores] [Auto] [Enabled] [Auto] x31.5 6300 MHZ x31.0 6200 MHz 1.5500 V [Manual] Overclocking may adjust the value of this item.
... and Exit ESC Exit v02.54 (C) Copyright 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main OC Tweaker Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit CPU Configuration Overclock Mode CPU Frequency (MHz) PCIE Frequency (MHz) Spread Spectrum Boot Failure Guard Boot Failure Guard Count CPU Active Core Control AMD Turbo Core Technology AMD... Frequency Processor Maximum Voltage Multiplier/Voltage Change [Auto] [200] [100] [Auto] [Enabled] [3] [All Cores] [Auto] [Enabled] [Auto] x31.5 6300 MHZ x31.0 6200 MHz 1.5500 V [Manual] Overclocking may adjust the value of this item.
Quick Installation Guide
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... 'n' QuietTM Technology - FSB 2600 MHz (5.2 GT/s) - Supports AMD OverDriveTM with max. Supports Untied Overclocking Technology - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio LAN Rear Panel I /O Panel - 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port - 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port 5 ASRock 960GM-VGS3 FX / 960GM-VS3 FX Motherboard English resolution up to 2048x1536 @ 60Hz - 5.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec...
... 'n' QuietTM Technology - FSB 2600 MHz (5.2 GT/s) - Supports AMD OverDriveTM with max. Supports Untied Overclocking Technology - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio LAN Rear Panel I /O Panel - 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port - 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port 5 ASRock 960GM-VGS3 FX / 960GM-VS3 FX Motherboard English resolution up to 2048x1536 @ 60Hz - 5.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec...
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... usage under Windows® 8 / 7 / VistaTM / XP. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 2. Overclocking may affect your system's stability, or even cause damage to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may be done at your system. Whether 1866/1600MHz memory speed is no such limitation. 7 ASRock 960GM-VGS3 FX / 960GM-VS3 FX Motherboard English CAUTION! 1. Due to the... to adopt DDR3 1866/1600 memory module on this motherboard, please refer to the memory support list on our website for possible damage caused by overclocking.
... usage under Windows® 8 / 7 / VistaTM / XP. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 2. Overclocking may affect your system's stability, or even cause damage to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may be done at your system. Whether 1866/1600MHz memory speed is no such limitation. 7 ASRock 960GM-VGS3 FX / 960GM-VS3 FX Motherboard English CAUTION! 1. Due to the... to adopt DDR3 1866/1600 memory module on this motherboard, please refer to the memory support list on our website for possible damage caused by overclocking.
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... 1 개의 VGA 포트 - 4 USB 2.0 포트 - 1 개 LED(ACT/LINK LED 및 SPEED LED RJ-45 29 ASRock 960GM-VGS3 FX / 960GM-VS3 FX Motherboard 한국어 DDR3 1866(OC)/1600(OC)/1333/1066 비 -ECC 16GB - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 슬롯 (PCIE1: x16 ...960GM-VGS3 FX Atheros® PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN AR8151, 속도 10/100/1000 Mb/s - 960GM-VS3 FX Atheros® PCIE x1 LAN AR8152, 속도 10/100 Mb/s - ACC AMD OverDriveTM AMD LIVE!TM AMD 의 Cool 'n' QuietTM FSB 2600 MHz (5.2 GT/s Untied Overclocking...
... 1 개의 VGA 포트 - 4 USB 2.0 포트 - 1 개 LED(ACT/LINK LED 및 SPEED LED RJ-45 29 ASRock 960GM-VGS3 FX / 960GM-VS3 FX Motherboard 한국어 DDR3 1866(OC)/1600(OC)/1333/1066 비 -ECC 16GB - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 슬롯 (PCIE1: x16 ...960GM-VGS3 FX Atheros® PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN AR8151, 속도 10/100/1000 Mb/s - 960GM-VS3 FX Atheros® PCIE x1 LAN AR8152, 속도 10/100 Mb/s - ACC AMD OverDriveTM AMD LIVE!TM AMD 의 Cool 'n' QuietTM FSB 2600 MHz (5.2 GT/s Untied Overclocking...
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...Athlon II X4 / X3 / X2 / Sempron 8-Core CPU 搭載 - Untied Overclocking Hyper-Transport 3.0 (HT 3.0 AMD 760G AMD SB710 DDR3 DDR3 DIMM x 2 - Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 ポート x 4 31 ASRock 960GM-VGS3 FX / 960GM-VS3 FX Motherboard 日本語 AMD 社 Cool 'n' QuietTM FSB 2600 MHz (5.2 GT...Shader 4.0 512MB - 2048x1536 @ 60Hz D-Sub 5.1 CH HD Realtek ALC662 Codec) - 960GM-VGS3 FX Atheros® PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN AR8151, 速度 10/100/1000 Mb/s - 960GM-VS3 FX Atheros® PCIE x1 LAN AR8152, 速度 10/100 Mb/s - PS/2...
...Athlon II X4 / X3 / X2 / Sempron 8-Core CPU 搭載 - Untied Overclocking Hyper-Transport 3.0 (HT 3.0 AMD 760G AMD SB710 DDR3 DDR3 DIMM x 2 - Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 ポート x 4 31 ASRock 960GM-VGS3 FX / 960GM-VS3 FX Motherboard 日本語 AMD 社 Cool 'n' QuietTM FSB 2600 MHz (5.2 GT...Shader 4.0 512MB - 2048x1536 @ 60Hz D-Sub 5.1 CH HD Realtek ALC662 Codec) - 960GM-VGS3 FX Atheros® PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN AR8151, 速度 10/100/1000 Mb/s - 960GM-VS3 FX Atheros® PCIE x1 LAN AR8152, 速度 10/100 Mb/s - PS/2...