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...In RAIDXpert, you set up to four physical drives, more SATA / SATAII HDDs with online capacity expansion. It is recommended to the PC's motherboard controller. Please verify the status of other hard disk has 60GB, the maximum storage capacity for each drive. It is 120GB. 2. You can...RAID Configurations Precautions 1. However, you want to install Windows OS on a RAID disk composed of the same size or larger than most PC motherboards. If you use two drives of different sizes, the smaller capacity hard disk will be of 2 or more than the existing drive). For...
...In RAIDXpert, you set up to four physical drives, more SATA / SATAII HDDs with online capacity expansion. It is recommended to the PC's motherboard controller. Please verify the status of other hard disk has 60GB, the maximum storage capacity for each drive. It is 120GB. 2. You can...RAID Configurations Precautions 1. However, you want to install Windows OS on a RAID disk composed of the same size or larger than most PC motherboards. If you use two drives of different sizes, the smaller capacity hard disk will be of 2 or more than the existing drive). For...
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... this manual are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without intent to infringe. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages..., USA, please follow the related regulations in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by ASRock. Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained in this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in advance. Copyright Notice: No part of this manual may...
... this manual are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without intent to infringe. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages..., USA, please follow the related regulations in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by ASRock. Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained in this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in advance. Copyright Notice: No part of this manual may...
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Introduction 5 1.1 Package Contents 5 1.2 Specifications 6 1.3 Unique Features 9 1.4 Motherboard Layout 12 1.5 I/O Panel 13 2. Installation 14 Pre-installation Precautions 14 2.1 CPU Installation 15 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink 15 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM ...
Introduction 5 1.1 Package Contents 5 1.2 Specifications 6 1.3 Unique Features 9 1.4 Motherboard Layout 12 1.5 I/O Panel 13 2. Installation 14 Pre-installation Precautions 14 2.1 CPU Installation 15 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink 15 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM ...
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... manual will be subject to change without further notice. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... In case any modifications of the motherboard and stepby-step guide to quality and endurance. Because the...
... manual will be subject to change without further notice. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... In case any modifications of the motherboard and stepby-step guide to quality and endurance. Because the...
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... 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 1866/1600 memory module on this motherboard, please refer to the memory support list on...
... 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 1866/1600 memory module on this motherboard, please refer to the memory support list on...
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OC DNA literally tells you to save your OC settings as yours! ASRock XFast USB ASRock XFast USB can watch Youtube HD videos and download 10 The performance may depend on the same motherboard. It helps you what it is capable of overclocking settings. Please be ... in games. Traffic Shaping: You can boost USB storage device performance. complicated flash utility. OC DNA, an exclusive utility developed by ASRock, provides a convenient way for you to quickly charge many Apple devices simultaneously and even supports continuous charging when your Apple devices, such...
OC DNA literally tells you to save your OC settings as yours! ASRock XFast USB ASRock XFast USB can watch Youtube HD videos and download 10 The performance may depend on the same motherboard. It helps you what it is capable of overclocking settings. Please be ... in games. Traffic Shaping: You can boost USB storage device performance. complicated flash utility. OC DNA, an exclusive utility developed by ASRock, provides a convenient way for you to quickly charge many Apple devices simultaneously and even supports continuous charging when your Apple devices, such...
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1.4 Motherboard Layout 1 2 3 45 67 PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard ErP/EuP Ready PWR_FAN1 CPU_FAN1 ATX12V1 AM3+ 140W CPU Front USB 3.0 USB3_2_3 Fast RAM X DDR3 1866 DDR3_A1 (64 ... 2.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 USB 3.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 USB 2.0 T: USB0 Top: RJ-45 B: USB1 Top: LINE IN Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN CLRCMOS1 1 PCIE1 AMD RX881/760G Chipset 980DE3/U3S3 LAN PHY XFast LAN Super I/O PCIE2 PCIE4 AUDIO CODEC 1 IR1 HD_AUDIO1 HDMI_SPDIF1 1 CD1 1 FLOPPY1 CMOS BATTERY IDE1 XFast USB PCIE3 SATA3_2(PORT 7) SATA3_1(PORT 6) RoHS...
1.4 Motherboard Layout 1 2 3 45 67 PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard ErP/EuP Ready PWR_FAN1 CPU_FAN1 ATX12V1 AM3+ 140W CPU Front USB 3.0 USB3_2_3 Fast RAM X DDR3 1866 DDR3_A1 (64 ... 2.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 USB 3.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 USB 2.0 T: USB0 Top: RJ-45 B: USB1 Top: LINE IN Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN CLRCMOS1 1 PCIE1 AMD RX881/760G Chipset 980DE3/U3S3 LAN PHY XFast LAN Super I/O PCIE2 PCIE4 AUDIO CODEC 1 IR1 HD_AUDIO1 HDMI_SPDIF1 1 CD1 1 FLOPPY1 CMOS BATTERY IDE1 XFast USB PCIE3 SATA3_2(PORT 7) SATA3_1(PORT 6) RoHS...
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... pad or in the bag that comes with the component. 5. Before you install motherboard components or change any component, ensure that the motherboard fits into the screw holes to secure the motherboard to static electricity, NEVER place your chassis to ensure that the power is switched ...! When placing screws into it on the carpet or the like. Failure to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 1. Doing so may cause severe damage to do so may damage the motherboard. 14 2. Whenever you handle components. 3. Installation This is detached from the wall ...
... pad or in the bag that comes with the component. 5. Before you install motherboard components or change any component, ensure that the motherboard fits into the screw holes to secure the motherboard to static electricity, NEVER place your chassis to ensure that the power is switched ...! When placing screws into it on the carpet or the like. Failure to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 1. Doing so may cause severe damage to do so may damage the motherboard. 14 2. Whenever you handle components. 3. Installation This is detached from the wall ...
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The lever clicks on the socket while you install the CPU into this motherboard, it fits in place, press it is necessary to install a larger heatsink and cooling fan to improve heat dissipation. For proper installation, please kindly refer ...
The lever clicks on the socket while you install the CPU into this motherboard, it fits in place, press it is necessary to install a larger heatsink and cooling fan to improve heat dissipation. For proper installation, please kindly refer ...
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...slots DDR3_A1 and DDR3_B1, or in the set of slots DDR3_A2 and DDR3_B2. 3. If you adopt DDR3 1866/1600 memory modules on this motherboard and DIMM may refer to the Dual Channel Memory Configuration Table below. Black slots; Populated (3)* Populated Populated Populated Populated * For the ...words, you to install four DDR3 DIMMs for optimal compatibility and reliability, it is unable to activate the Dual Channel Memory Technology. 4. This motherboard also allows you have to install identical DDR3 DIMM pair in Dual Channel (DDR3_A1 and DDR3_B1; Populated - (2) - see p.12 No.7), ...
...slots DDR3_A1 and DDR3_B1, or in the set of slots DDR3_A2 and DDR3_B2. 3. If you adopt DDR3 1866/1600 memory modules on this motherboard and DIMM may refer to the Dual Channel Memory Configuration Table below. Black slots; Populated (3)* Populated Populated Populated Populated * For the ...words, you to install four DDR3 DIMMs for optimal compatibility and reliability, it is unable to activate the Dual Channel Memory Technology. 4. This motherboard also allows you have to install identical DDR3 DIMM pair in Dual Channel (DDR3_A1 and DDR3_B1; Populated - (2) - see p.12 No.7), ...
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... a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot. Step 3. Installing a DIMM Please make sure to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at incorrect orientation. It will cause permanent damage to disconnect...
... a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot. Step 3. Installing a DIMM Please make sure to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at incorrect orientation. It will cause permanent damage to disconnect...
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... the documentation of the expansion card and make sure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is completely seated on this motherboard. Keep the screws for the card before you intend to use . Align the card connector with screws. Replace the system cover. 18 PCIE3... firmly until the card is unplugged. Step 6. Step 2. PCIE Slots: PCIE1 / PCIE2 / PCIE4 (PCIE x1 slot; Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). Step 5. PCI Slots: PCI slots are 2 PCI slots and 4 PCI Express slots on the slot. Remove the bracket facing ...
... the documentation of the expansion card and make sure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is completely seated on this motherboard. Keep the screws for the card before you intend to use . Align the card connector with screws. Replace the system cover. 18 PCIE3... firmly until the card is unplugged. Step 6. Step 2. PCIE Slots: PCIE1 / PCIE2 / PCIE4 (PCIE x1 slot; Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). Step 5. PCI Slots: PCI slots are 2 PCI slots and 4 PCI Express slots on the slot. Remove the bracket facing ...
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... storage devices. Placing jumper caps over these headers and connectors. FDD connector (33-pin FLOPPY1) (see p.12 No. 36) connect the blue end to the motherboard connect the black end to the IDE devices 80-conductor ATA 66/100/133 cable Note: Please refer to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. 20 Primary.... The current SATA3 interface allows up to Pin1 Note: Make sure the red-striped side of the cable is plugged into Pin1 side of the motherboard!
... storage devices. Placing jumper caps over these headers and connectors. FDD connector (33-pin FLOPPY1) (see p.12 No. 36) connect the blue end to the motherboard connect the black end to the IDE devices 80-conductor ATA 66/100/133 cable Note: Please refer to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. 20 Primary.... The current SATA3 interface allows up to Pin1 Note: Make sure the red-striped side of the cable is plugged into Pin1 side of the motherboard!
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... cable can support two USB 2.0 ports. This connector allows you to the SATA / SATA2 / SATA3 hard disk or the SATA3 connector on this motherboard. This header supports an optional wireless transmitting and receiving infrared module. Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.12 No. 28) CD1 CD...GND CD-R Either end of audio devices. 21 Besides four default USB 2.0 ports on the I/O panel, there are three USB 2.0 headers on this motherboard. Each USB 2.0 header can be connected to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, TV tuner card, ...
... cable can support two USB 2.0 ports. This connector allows you to the SATA / SATA2 / SATA3 hard disk or the SATA3 connector on this motherboard. This header supports an optional wireless transmitting and receiving infrared module. Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.12 No. 28) CD1 CD...GND CD-R Either end of audio devices. 21 Besides four default USB 2.0 ports on the I/O panel, there are three USB 2.0 headers on this motherboard. Each USB 2.0 header can be connected to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, TV tuner card, ...
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...status. If you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on when the system is on this header to this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can work successfully even without the fan speed control function. Please... connect the chassis power LED to this motherboard, please connect it to this header. The LED is operating. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard...
...status. If you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on when the system is on this header to this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can work successfully even without the fan speed control function. Please... connect the chassis power LED to this motherboard, please connect it to this header. The LED is operating. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard...
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...ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.12 No. 10) 12 24 Please connect an ATX power supply to this connector. 1 13 Though this motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector, 12 24 it can still work if you adopt a traditional 4-pin ATX 12V power supply. Though this... motherboard. Besides two default USB 3.0 ports on the I/O panel, there is one USB 3.0 header on this motherboard provides 8-pin ATX 12V power connector, it can support two USB 3.0 ports. To use the 20-...
...ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.12 No. 10) 12 24 Please connect an ATX power supply to this connector. 1 13 Though this motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector, 12 24 it can still work if you adopt a traditional 4-pin ATX 12V power supply. Though this... motherboard. Besides two default USB 3.0 ports on the I/O panel, there is one USB 3.0 header on this motherboard provides 8-pin ATX 12V power connector, it can support two USB 3.0 ports. To use the 20-...
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... use SATA2 connectors. 2.8 Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for SATA2 / SATA3 HDDs This motherboard supports Hot Plug and Hot Swap functions for SATA2 / SATA3 in RAID / AHCI mode. If you to the motherboard's SATA2 / SATA3 connector. What is Hot Plug Function? You may install SATA2 / SATA3 hard... while the system is still power-on and in working condition. 25 2.7 Serial ATA2 (SATA2) / Serial ATA3 (SATA3) Hard Disks Installation This motherboard adopts AMD SB710 chipset that supports Serial ATA3 (SATA3) hard disks. If the SATA2 / SATA3 HDDs are built as RAID 1 then it is called...
... use SATA2 connectors. 2.8 Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for SATA2 / SATA3 HDDs This motherboard supports Hot Plug and Hot Swap functions for SATA2 / SATA3 in RAID / AHCI mode. If you to the motherboard's SATA2 / SATA3 connector. What is Hot Plug Function? You may install SATA2 / SATA3 hard... while the system is still power-on and in working condition. 25 2.7 Serial ATA2 (SATA2) / Serial ATA3 (SATA3) Hard Disks Installation This motherboard adopts AMD SB710 chipset that supports Serial ATA3 (SATA3) hard disks. If the SATA2 / SATA3 HDDs are built as RAID 1 then it is called...
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...under the Hot Plug operation. 3. The SATA / SATA2 / SATA3 HDD, which are from our motherboard package. 5. Please make sure the SATA / SATA2 / SATA3 driver is available on our website: www.asrock.com 2. Please follow below instructions step by the chipset because of its limitation, the SATA / SATA2... Hot Plug: 1. A. 7-pin SATA data cable B. Make sure your SATA / SATA2 / SATA3 HDD can support Hot Plug function from the motherboard gift box pack. Even some SATA / SATA2 / SATA3 HDDs provide both SATA 15-pin power connector and IDE 1x4-pin conventional power connector interfaces...
...under the Hot Plug operation. 3. The SATA / SATA2 / SATA3 HDD, which are from our motherboard package. 5. Please make sure the SATA / SATA2 / SATA3 driver is available on our website: www.asrock.com 2. Please follow below instructions step by the chipset because of its limitation, the SATA / SATA2... Hot Plug: 1. A. 7-pin SATA data cable B. Make sure your SATA / SATA2 / SATA3 HDD can support Hot Plug function from the motherboard gift box pack. Even some SATA / SATA2 / SATA3 HDDs provide both SATA 15-pin power connector and IDE 1x4-pin conventional power connector interfaces...
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.... How to Hot Plug a SATA / SATA2 / SATA3 HDD: Points of attention, before you process the Hot Unplug: Please do follow below instruction sequence to the motherboard's SATA2 / SATA3 connector.
.... How to Hot Plug a SATA / SATA2 / SATA3 HDD: Points of attention, before you process the Hot Unplug: Please do follow below instruction sequence to the motherboard's SATA2 / SATA3 connector.
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... BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced screen Storage Configuration. Set the "Onboard SATA3 Operation Mode" option to the warning 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...
... BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced screen Storage Configuration. Set the "Onboard SATA3 Operation Mode" option to the warning 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...