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... step-by-step installation guides. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support list on ASRock's website without notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock B85M-DGS Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) • ASRock B85M-DGS Quick Installation Guide • ASRock B85M-DGS Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x I/O Panel Shield 1 English Chapter 4 contains...
... step-by-step installation guides. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support list on ASRock's website without notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock B85M-DGS Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) • ASRock B85M-DGS Quick Installation Guide • ASRock B85M-DGS Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x I/O Panel Shield 1 English Chapter 4 contains...
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... x PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slot Graphics • Intel® HD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs can be supported only with processors which are GPU integrated. • Supports Intel® HD Graphics Built-in Visuals : Intel® Quick Sync Video with max. 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU • Micro... ATX Form Factor • All Solid Capacitor design • High Density Glass Fabric PCB • Supports New 4th and 4th Generation Intel® CoreTM i7/i5/i3/ Xeon®/Pentium®/Celeron® Processors (Socket 1150) •...
... x PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slot Graphics • Intel® HD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs can be supported only with processors which are GPU integrated. • Supports Intel® HD Graphics Built-in Visuals : Intel® Quick Sync Video with max. 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU • Micro... ATX Form Factor • All Solid Capacitor design • High Density Glass Fabric PCB • Supports New 4th and 4th Generation Intel® CoreTM i7/i5/i3/ Xeon®/Pentium®/Celeron® Processors (Socket 1150) •...
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B85M-DGS Audio • 5.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec) • Supports Surge Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection) LAN • PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s • Realtek RTL8111GR • Supports Wake-On-WAN • Supports Wake-On-LAN • Supports Lightning/ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection) • Supports LAN Cable Detection • Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet...
B85M-DGS Audio • 5.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec) • Supports Surge Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection) LAN • PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s • Realtek RTL8111GR • Supports Wake-On-WAN • Supports Wake-On-LAN • Supports Lightning/ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection) • Supports LAN Cable Detection • Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet...
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... actual memory size may be done at your system. BIOS Feature Hardware Monitor OS Certifications • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection)) • 1 x USB 3.0 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection)) • 32Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS...
... actual memory size may be done at your system. BIOS Feature Hardware Monitor OS Certifications • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection)) • 1 x USB 3.0 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection)) • 32Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS...
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... slot at incorrect orientation. 13 English It will cause permanent damage to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pairs. 2. B85M-DGS 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1.
... slot at incorrect orientation. 13 English It will cause permanent damage to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pairs. 2. B85M-DGS 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1.
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.... 16) (9-pin USB6_7) (see p.5, No. 6) SATA3_1 SATA3_3 SATA3_0 SATA3_2 These four SATA3 connectors support SATA data cables for connecting audio devices to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. Each USB 3.0 header can support two ports. English 18 Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports. Serial ATA3 Connectors (SATA3_0: see p.5, No. 8) (SATA3_1: see p.5, No. 9) (SATA3_2: see...
.... 16) (9-pin USB6_7) (see p.5, No. 6) SATA3_1 SATA3_3 SATA3_0 SATA3_2 These four SATA3 connectors support SATA data cables for connecting audio devices to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. Each USB 3.0 header can support two ports. English 18 Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports. Serial ATA3 Connectors (SATA3_0: see p.5, No. 8) (SATA3_1: see p.5, No. 9) (SATA3_2: see...
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... Audio_L (LIN) to MIC2_L. If you use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 13. 19 English D. B85M-DGS 1. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it to this header. E. Please follow the instructions in our manual and chassis ... install your system. 2. B. To use an AC'97 audio panel, please install it to the ground pin. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the chassis must support HDA to Ground (GND). Chassis and Power Fan Connectors (4-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.5, No. 17) (3-pin PWR_FAN1) (see ...
... Audio_L (LIN) to MIC2_L. If you use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 13. 19 English D. B85M-DGS 1. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it to this header. E. Please follow the instructions in our manual and chassis ... install your system. 2. B. To use an AC'97 audio panel, please install it to the ground pin. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the chassis must support HDA to Ground (GND). Chassis and Power Fan Connectors (4-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.5, No. 17) (3-pin PWR_FAN1) (see ...
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This feature requires a chassis with chassis intrusion detection design. This connector supports Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. Chassis Intrusion Header (2-pin CI1) (see p.5, No. 20) 1 ...pin COM1) (see p.5, No. 13) 1 PCICLK FRAME PCIRST# LAD3 +3V LAD0 +3VSB GND GND SMB_CLK_MAIN SMB_DATA_MAIN LAD2 LAD1 GND S_PWRDWN# SERIRQ# GND This motherboard supports CASE OPEN detection feature that detects if the chassis cove has been removed. English 20 RRXD1 DDTR#1 DDSR#1 CCTS#1 1 RRI#1 RRTS#1 GND TTXD1 DDCD#1 This...
This feature requires a chassis with chassis intrusion detection design. This connector supports Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. Chassis Intrusion Header (2-pin CI1) (see p.5, No. 20) 1 ...pin COM1) (see p.5, No. 13) 1 PCICLK FRAME PCIRST# LAD3 +3V LAD0 +3VSB GND GND SMB_CLK_MAIN SMB_DATA_MAIN LAD2 LAD1 GND S_PWRDWN# SERIRQ# GND This motherboard supports CASE OPEN detection feature that detects if the chassis cove has been removed. English 20 RRXD1 DDTR#1 DDSR#1 CCTS#1 1 RRI#1 RRTS#1 GND TTXD1 DDCD#1 This...
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... CD automatically displays the Main Menu if "AUTORUN" is enabled in the Support CD to display the menu. Therefore, the drivers you install can work properly. "KB2720599": http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2720599/en-us 22 English Drivers Menu The drivers compatible ...the motherboard's features. Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 3.1 Installing Drivers The Support CD that comes with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that the motherboard supports. Click on the support CD driver page. To improve Windows 7 compatibility, please download and install ...
... CD automatically displays the Main Menu if "AUTORUN" is enabled in the Support CD to display the menu. Therefore, the drivers you install can work properly. "KB2720599": http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2720599/en-us 22 English Drivers Menu The drivers compatible ...the motherboard's features. Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 3.1 Installing Drivers The Support CD that comes with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that the motherboard supports. Click on the support CD driver page. To improve Windows 7 compatibility, please download and install ...
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... system from ASRock's support CD, A-Tuning will be auto-installed as well. After the installation, you install the all-in A-Tuning main menu: Operation Mode, Tools, OC Tweaker, System Info, Live Update, Tech Service and Settings. Operation Mode Choose an operation mode for your computer. 23 English B85M-DGS 3.2 A-Tuning A-Tuning is ASRock's multi purpose...
... system from ASRock's support CD, A-Tuning will be auto-installed as well. After the installation, you install the all-in A-Tuning main menu: Operation Mode, Tools, OC Tweaker, System Info, Live Update, Tech Service and Settings. Operation Mode Choose an operation mode for your computer. 23 English B85M-DGS 3.2 A-Tuning A-Tuning is ASRock's multi purpose...
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... Fast Boot minimizes your internet connection! Place X marks on , and automatically switch off the Power/HDD LEDs when the system is only supported by Windows 8.1/8 and the VBIOS must support UEFI GOP if you are using an external graphics card. XFast LAN Boost the speed of Internet access granted to disable the...
... Fast Boot minimizes your internet connection! Place X marks on , and automatically switch off the Power/HDD LEDs when the system is only supported by Windows 8.1/8 and the VBIOS must support UEFI GOP if you are using an external graphics card. XFast LAN Boost the speed of Internet access granted to disable the...
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values, current temperature, etc. B85M-DGS FAN-Tastic Tuning Configure up to dampness. Dehumidifier Prevent motherboard damages due to five different fan speeds using the graph. USB Key Plug in the USB Key and let your computer log in red color). HDD, SSD and optical disk drives are all supported. The fans will automatically...
values, current temperature, etc. B85M-DGS FAN-Tastic Tuning Configure up to dampness. Dehumidifier Prevent motherboard damages due to five different fan speeds using the graph. USB Key Plug in the USB Key and let your computer log in red color). HDD, SSD and optical disk drives are all supported. The fans will automatically...
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..., please follow the instructions below. Please backup any important data before operating to AHCI. Enter into the word box then click OK. 2. B85M-DGS 3.3 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Rapid Start Technology enables your system to wake up faster from 3 into 0. There are ... cause Windows 8/7 to working condition even if an unexpected power loss happens while the PC is in Windows Registry Editor. If your motherboard supports this feature. • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8.1/8/7 (32- Double click on OK. 29 English Feel secure to know that your...
..., please follow the instructions below. Please backup any important data before operating to AHCI. Enter into the word box then click OK. 2. B85M-DGS 3.3 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Rapid Start Technology enables your system to wake up faster from 3 into 0. There are ... cause Windows 8/7 to working condition even if an unexpected power loss happens while the PC is in Windows Registry Editor. If your motherboard supports this feature. • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8.1/8/7 (32- Double click on OK. 29 English Feel secure to know that your...
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... avoid loss. 1. Double click on OK. 34 English 3.4 Intel® Smart Connect Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology is a feature that periodically wakes your motherboard supports this feature. • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8.1/8/7 (32- Press Win + R simultaneously in AHCI mode, please follow the instructions below. Click on the value Start and...
... avoid loss. 1. Double click on OK. 34 English 3.4 Intel® Smart Connect Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology is a feature that periodically wakes your motherboard supports this feature. • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8.1/8/7 (32- Press Win + R simultaneously in AHCI mode, please follow the instructions below. Click on the value Start and...
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Step 2 Once installed, run ASRock Smart Connect from your desktop or go to Windows Start -> All Programs -> ASRock Utility. 35 English B85M-DGS 3.4.2 Setup Guide Installing ASRock Smart Connect Utility Step 1 Install ASRock Smart Connect Utility, which is located in the folder at the following path of the Support CD: \ ASRock Utility > Smart Connect.
Step 2 Once installed, run ASRock Smart Connect from your desktop or go to Windows Start -> All Programs -> ASRock Utility. 35 English B85M-DGS 3.4.2 Setup Guide Installing ASRock Smart Connect Utility Step 1 Install ASRock Smart Connect Utility, which is located in the folder at the following path of the Support CD: \ ASRock Utility > Smart Connect.
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... out of it remotely with another smartphone, tablet or computer. *ASRock Cloud is in the world. B85M-DGS 3.5 ASRock Cloud ASRock Cloud makes your mobile devices connect to your PC on Windows 8.1 / 7. 39 English For ASRock motherboards with your computer, even if the computer is supported on or turn it off mode. You will be able to...
... out of it remotely with another smartphone, tablet or computer. *ASRock Cloud is in the world. B85M-DGS 3.5 ASRock Cloud ASRock Cloud makes your mobile devices connect to your PC on Windows 8.1 / 7. 39 English For ASRock motherboards with your computer, even if the computer is supported on or turn it off mode. You will be able to...
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Installing Orbweb.ME Professional on your host computer. Step 3 When installation completes, reboot the computer. B85M-DGS 3.5.2 Configuring and Using Orbweb.ME Professional Orbweb.ME Professional is a remote control software allowing you to complete the installation. English 41 Step 2 Follow ...Step 1 Double-click the Orbweb.ME Professional icon Step 2 on the Host Computer You can find the Orbweb.ME Professional host software in the Support CD or just download it from http://orbweb.me. Step 1 Click on the Orbweb.ME Professional installer package file to create an Orbweb.ME ...
Installing Orbweb.ME Professional on your host computer. Step 3 When installation completes, reboot the computer. B85M-DGS 3.5.2 Configuring and Using Orbweb.ME Professional Orbweb.ME Professional is a remote control software allowing you to complete the installation. English 41 Step 2 Follow ...Step 1 Double-click the Orbweb.ME Professional icon Step 2 on the Host Computer You can find the Orbweb.ME Professional host software in the Support CD or just download it from http://orbweb.me. Step 1 Click on the Orbweb.ME Professional installer package file to create an Orbweb.ME ...
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...when selected the information panel below displays the relative information. Hot News: The hot news section displays the various latest news. B85M-DGS 3.6 ASRock APP Shop The ASRock APP Shop is an online store for purchasing and downloading software applications for your motherboard up to date simply with a few ...clicks. Click on your desktop to access ASRock APP Shop utility. *You need to be connected to the Internet to perform job-related tasks. You can install various apps and support utilities quickly and easily, and optimize your system and keep your...
...when selected the information panel below displays the relative information. Hot News: The hot news section displays the various latest news. B85M-DGS 3.6 ASRock APP Shop The ASRock APP Shop is an online store for purchasing and downloading software applications for your motherboard up to date simply with a few ...clicks. Click on your desktop to access ASRock APP Shop utility. *You need to be connected to the Internet to perform job-related tasks. You can install various apps and support utilities quickly and easily, and optimize your system and keep your...
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Then select the theme of the Start Menu and customize the style of the Support CD: \ ASRock Utility > Start8. 3.7.2 Configuring Start8 Style Select between the Windows 7 style and Windows 8 style Start Menu. B85M-DGS 3.7 Start8 For those Windows 8 users who miss the Start Menu, Start8 is an ideal solution that brings back the familiar Start Menu along with added customizations for greater efficiency. 3.7.1 Installing Start8 Install Start8, which is located in the folder at the following path of the Start icon. 55 English
Then select the theme of the Start Menu and customize the style of the Support CD: \ ASRock Utility > Start8. 3.7.2 Configuring Start8 Style Select between the Windows 7 style and Windows 8 style Start Menu. B85M-DGS 3.7 Start8 For those Windows 8 users who miss the Start Menu, Start8 is an ideal solution that brings back the familiar Start Menu along with added customizations for greater efficiency. 3.7.1 Installing Start8 Install Start8, which is located in the folder at the following path of the Start icon. 55 English
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... Enhanced Halt State (C1E) for lower power consumption. Active Processor Cores Select the number of cores to run on each processor package. CPU C6 State Support Enable C6 deep sleep state for better power saving. It is improved. 4.4.1 CPU Configuration Intel Hyper Threading Technology Intel Hyper Threading Technology allows multiple threads..., so that the overall performance on threaded software is recommended to keep C3, C6 and C7 all enabled for lower power consumption. CPU C7 State Support Enable C7 deep sleep state for power saving. CPU C States...
... Enhanced Halt State (C1E) for lower power consumption. Active Processor Cores Select the number of cores to run on each processor package. CPU C6 State Support Enable C6 deep sleep state for better power saving. It is improved. 4.4.1 CPU Configuration Intel Hyper Threading Technology Intel Hyper Threading Technology allows multiple threads..., so that the overall performance on threaded software is recommended to keep C3, C6 and C7 all enabled for lower power consumption. CPU C7 State Support Enable C7 deep sleep state for power saving. CPU C States...