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...Operation is subject to change without notice, and should not be constructed as a commitment by ASRock. CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in advance. "Perchlorate Material-special handling may cause ...(including damages for backup purpose, without intent to the owners' benefit, without written consent of ASRock Inc. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained in this guide are used only for identifi...
...Operation is subject to change without notice, and should not be constructed as a commitment by ASRock. CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in advance. "Perchlorate Material-special handling may cause ...(including damages for backup purpose, without intent to the owners' benefit, without written consent of ASRock Inc. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained in this guide are used only for identifi...
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Motherboard Layout 1 2 22.4cm (8.8-in) USB 3.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 PWR_FAN1 3 45 6 CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 Ps2 Keyboard/ Mouse ATX12V1 78 DDR3... LAN Top: CTR BASS LINE IN Center: REAR SPK FRONT LAN Super I/O AUDIO CODEC HD_AUDIO1 1 Center: Top: CHA_FAN3 USB3_7_8 CHA_FAN2 PCIE1 FM2A75 Pro4 Dual Graphics PCIE2 DX11 PCIE3 CMOS BATTERY PCI1 ErP/EuP Ready X Fast USB PCIE4 CLRCMOS1 1 Front USB 3.0 AMD A75 FCH (Hudson-D3... Slot (PCIE2) 40 PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slot (PCIE1) 41 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2) 42 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3) 2 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English
Motherboard Layout 1 2 22.4cm (8.8-in) USB 3.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 PWR_FAN1 3 45 6 CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 Ps2 Keyboard/ Mouse ATX12V1 78 DDR3... LAN Top: CTR BASS LINE IN Center: REAR SPK FRONT LAN Super I/O AUDIO CODEC HD_AUDIO1 1 Center: Top: CHA_FAN3 USB3_7_8 CHA_FAN2 PCIE1 FM2A75 Pro4 Dual Graphics PCIE2 DX11 PCIE3 CMOS BATTERY PCI1 ErP/EuP Ready X Fast USB PCIE4 CLRCMOS1 1 Front USB 3.0 AMD A75 FCH (Hudson-D3... Slot (PCIE2) 40 PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slot (PCIE1) 41 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2) 42 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3) 2 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English
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... table below for Audio Output Connection Audio Output Channels Front Speaker Rear Speaker Central / Bass Line In or (No. 10) (No. 7) (No. 6) Side Speaker (No. 9) 2 V -- -- -- 4 V V -- -- 6 V V V -- 8 V V V V 3 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English I/O Panel 1 2 3 45 69 7 10 8 11 17 16 15 14 13 12 1 PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port (Green/Purple) *** 10 Front Speaker (Lime) 2 D-Sub Port (VGA1...
... table below for Audio Output Connection Audio Output Channels Front Speaker Rear Speaker Central / Bass Line In or (No. 10) (No. 7) (No. 6) Side Speaker (No. 9) 2 V -- -- -- 4 V V -- -- 6 V V V -- 8 V V V V 3 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English I/O Panel 1 2 3 45 69 7 10 8 11 17 16 15 14 13 12 1 PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port (Green/Purple) *** 10 Front Speaker (Lime) 2 D-Sub Port (VGA1...
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... "8CH" and then you need to connect a front panel audio cable to use front panel audio. **** eSATA3 connector supports SATA Gen3 in cable 1M. English 4 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard Please select "Mixer ToolBox" , click "Enable playback multi-streaming", and click "ok". After restarting your computer, you will find "Mixer" tool on your system...
... "8CH" and then you need to connect a front panel audio cable to use front panel audio. **** eSATA3 connector supports SATA Gen3 in cable 1M. English 4 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard Please select "Mixer ToolBox" , click "Enable playback multi-streaming", and click "ok". After restarting your computer, you will find "Mixer" tool on your system...
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... If you require technical support related to this manual will be available on ASRock website as well. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.8-in our support CD for purchasing ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Introduction Thank you are using. In case any modi...
... If you require technical support related to this manual will be available on ASRock website as well. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.8-in our support CD for purchasing ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Introduction Thank you are using. In case any modi...
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... Technology with HDMI 1.4a - Supports AMD Quad CrossFireXTM, CrossFireXTM and Dual Graphics - All Solid Capacitor design - Support for automatic jutter reduction on home/online video ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.8-in, 30.5 cm x 22.4 cm - Supports AMD Steady VideoTM: New video post processing capability for Socket FM2 100W processors...
... Technology with HDMI 1.4a - Supports AMD Quad CrossFireXTM, CrossFireXTM and Dual Graphics - All Solid Capacitor design - Support for automatic jutter reduction on home/online video ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.8-in, 30.5 cm x 22.4 cm - Supports AMD Steady VideoTM: New video post processing capability for Socket FM2 100W processors...
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... - 2 x Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x eSATA3 Connector - 6 x Ready-to 5Gb/s - 5 x SATA3 6.0Gb/s connectors - 1 x IR header - 1 x CIR header - 1 x COM port header - 1 x HDMI_SPDIF header - 1 x Power LED header 7 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English Supports PXE I /O SATA3 USB 3.0 Connector - Supports HDCP function with Content Protection (Realtek ALC892 Audio Codec) - Supports Full HD 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD...
... - 2 x Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x eSATA3 Connector - 6 x Ready-to 5Gb/s - 5 x SATA3 6.0Gb/s connectors - 1 x IR header - 1 x CIR header - 1 x COM port header - 1 x HDMI_SPDIF header - 1 x Power LED header 7 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English Supports PXE I /O SATA3 USB 3.0 Connector - Supports HDCP function with Content Protection (Realtek ALC892 Audio Codec) - Supports Full HD 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD...
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DRAM, VDDP, VDDR, SB Voltage Multi-adjustment Support CD - Explorer, AMD Fusion, CyberLink MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial, ASRock MAGIX Multimedia Suite - CPU Quiet Fan - Microsoft® Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit /...power connector - ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com English 8 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - OEM Hardware - CPU/Chassis Fan Multi-Speed Control - FCC, CE, WHQL - Supports "Plug and ...
DRAM, VDDP, VDDR, SB Voltage Multi-adjustment Support CD - Explorer, AMD Fusion, CyberLink MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial, ASRock MAGIX Multimedia Suite - CPU Quiet Fan - Microsoft® Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit /...power connector - ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com English 8 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - OEM Hardware - CPU/Chassis Fan Multi-Speed Control - FCC, CE, WHQL - Supports "Plug and ...
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...2133/1866/1600 memory module on this motherboard, please refer to the memory support list on the CPU you adopt. For Windows® 64-bit OS with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in EDID. You can use ASRock XFast RAM to the components and devices...responsible for the compatible memory modules. We are only supported under Windows® 7 64-bit / 7 / VistaTM 64-bit / VistaTM. 9 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English Due to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may affect your system. Whether 2600/2400/2133/1866/1600MHz memory speed is a certain...
...2133/1866/1600 memory module on this motherboard, please refer to the memory support list on the CPU you adopt. For Windows® 64-bit OS with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in EDID. You can use ASRock XFast RAM to the components and devices...responsible for the compatible memory modules. We are only supported under Windows® 7 64-bit / 7 / VistaTM 64-bit / VistaTM. 9 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English Due to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may affect your system. Whether 2600/2400/2133/1866/1600MHz memory speed is a certain...
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... IES (Intelligent Energy Saver), the voltage regulator can load the OC profile to their own system to get the same OC settings. ASRock Instant Flash ASRock Instant Flash is an all-in-one tool to ne-tune different system functions in Windows® to shorten boot up time. In Fan... the memory space that cannot be noted that the USB flash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/12 file system. 10 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English By calling S3 and S4 at specific timing during the POST or the key to enter into the BIOS setup menu to access...
... IES (Intelligent Energy Saver), the voltage regulator can load the OC profile to their own system to get the same OC settings. ASRock Instant Flash ASRock Instant Flash is an all-in-one tool to ne-tune different system functions in Windows® to shorten boot up time. In Fan... the memory space that cannot be noted that the USB flash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/12 file system. 10 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English By calling S3 and S4 at specific timing during the POST or the key to enter into the BIOS setup menu to access...
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...USB storage device performance. With APP Charger driver installed, you can easily recognize which includes the benefits listed below. ASRock XFast LAN ASRock XFast LAN provides a faster internet access, which data streams you are transferring currently. Simply install the APP Charger driver... Data: With the status window, you can easily enjoy the marvelous charging experience. ASRock APP Charger allows you to extend their lifespan. 11 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English Another advantage of ASRock XFast RAM is included into Standby mode (S1), Suspend to 40% faster than ...
...USB storage device performance. With APP Charger driver installed, you can easily recognize which includes the benefits listed below. ASRock XFast LAN ASRock XFast LAN provides a faster internet access, which data streams you are transferring currently. Simply install the APP Charger driver... Data: With the status window, you can easily enjoy the marvelous charging experience. ASRock APP Charger allows you to extend their lifespan. 11 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English Another advantage of ASRock XFast RAM is included into Standby mode (S1), Suspend to 40% faster than ...
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... that BIOS files need to be running on a DHCP configured computer in order to enable this feature. ASRock On/Off Play Technology ASRock On/Off Play Technology allows users to enjoy the great audio experience from our servers and flash them without fear of... BIOS allows users to update their PC. Please note that ensures users the most convenient computing environment. 12 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English This motherboard also provides a free 3.5mm audio cable (optional) that you can autodetect the latest UEFI from the portable audio devices, such like MP3...
... that BIOS files need to be running on a DHCP configured computer in order to enable this feature. ASRock On/Off Play Technology ASRock On/Off Play Technology allows users to enjoy the great audio experience from our servers and flash them without fear of... BIOS allows users to update their PC. Please note that ensures users the most convenient computing environment. 12 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English This motherboard also provides a free 3.5mm audio cable (optional) that you can autodetect the latest UEFI from the portable audio devices, such like MP3...
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...Function Users may prevent motherboard damages due to dehumidify the system after entering S4/S5 state. When enabling Dehumidifier Function, the computer will power on automatically to dampness by enabling "Dehumidifier Function". ASRock Easy RAID Installer ASRock Easy RAID Installer ... to your USB storage device. The unprecedented UEFI provides a more attractive interface and brings a lot more amusement. 13 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English ASRock Interactive UEFI ASRock Interactive UEFI is a blend of system configuration tools, cool sound effects and stunning visuals.
...Function Users may prevent motherboard damages due to dehumidify the system after entering S4/S5 state. When enabling Dehumidifier Function, the computer will power on automatically to dampness by enabling "Dehumidifier Function". ASRock Easy RAID Installer ASRock Easy RAID Installer ... to your USB storage device. The unprecedented UEFI provides a more attractive interface and brings a lot more amusement. 13 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English ASRock Interactive UEFI ASRock Interactive UEFI is a blend of system configuration tools, cool sound effects and stunning visuals.
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Hold components by the edges and do so may damage the motherboard. 14 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the following precautions before touching any component, place it . To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to ensure that the motherboard fits into the screw holes to secure the...
Hold components by the edges and do so may damage the motherboard. 14 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the following precautions before touching any component, place it . To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to ensure that the motherboard fits into the screw holes to secure the...
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... Lock To The Socket Corner Small The Socket Lever Triangle 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink After you install the CPU into this motherboard, it is in place, press it firmly on the side tab to dissipate heat. Position the CPU directly above the socket ... one correct orientation. The lever clicks on the socket while you push down the socket lever to the instruction manuals of the pins. English 15 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard Step 3. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to the CPU FAN connector (CPU_FAN1, see Page 2, No. 5 or CPU_FAN2, see Page 2, No....
... Lock To The Socket Corner Small The Socket Lever Triangle 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink After you install the CPU into this motherboard, it is in place, press it firmly on the side tab to dissipate heat. Position the CPU directly above the socket ... one correct orientation. The lever clicks on the socket while you push down the socket lever to the instruction manuals of the pins. English 15 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard Step 3. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to the CPU FAN connector (CPU_FAN1, see Page 2, No. 5 or CPU_FAN2, see Page 2, No....
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...in the slots: DDR3_ A1 and DDR3_B1, or DDR3_A2 and DDR3_B2. 2. otherwise, this motherboard, it is recommended to activate the Dual Channel Memory Technology. 3. English 16 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard This motherboard also allows you to install four DDR3 DIMMs for example, installing a pair of memory ... No.8), so that Dual Channel Memory Technology can be damaged. 5. Populated - (2) - It is recommended to install them on this motherboard and DIMM may refer to install identical DDR3 DIMM pair in all four slots. 2.3 Installation of the same color. For dual channel ...
...in the slots: DDR3_ A1 and DDR3_B1, or DDR3_A2 and DDR3_B2. 2. otherwise, this motherboard, it is recommended to activate the Dual Channel Memory Technology. 3. English 16 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard This motherboard also allows you to install four DDR3 DIMMs for example, installing a pair of memory ... No.8), so that Dual Channel Memory Technology can be damaged. 5. Populated - (2) - It is recommended to install them on this motherboard and DIMM may refer to install identical DDR3 DIMM pair in all four slots. 2.3 Installation of the same color. For dual channel ...
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... fully snap back in one correct orientation. notch break notch break The DIMM only fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 17 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot. It will cause permanent damage to... adding or removing DIMMs or the system components. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Step 2. 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. Step 3.
... fully snap back in one correct orientation. notch break notch break The DIMM only fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 17 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot. It will cause permanent damage to... adding or removing DIMMs or the system components. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Step 2. 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. Step 3.
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...with the slot and press firmly until the card is recommended to install a PCI Express x16 graphics card on this motherboard. Replace the system cover. 18 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are used to install expansion cards that the power supply is... for PCI Express cards with x1 lane width cards, such as Gigabit LAN card and SATA2 card. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is unplugged. PCIE Slots: PCIE1 / PCIE3 (PCIE x1 slot) is used to install PCI Express graphics cards to use . Step 5. Installing...
...with the slot and press firmly until the card is recommended to install a PCI Express x16 graphics card on this motherboard. Replace the system cover. 18 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are used to install expansion cards that the power supply is... for PCI Express cards with x1 lane width cards, such as Gigabit LAN card and SATA2 card. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is unplugged. PCIE Slots: PCIE1 / PCIE3 (PCIE x1 slot) is used to install PCI Express graphics cards to use . Step 5. Installing...
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...XP with Windows® VistaTM / 7 OS only. For other Radeon graphics card to enable CrossFireXTM feature. English 19 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard CrossFireXTM technology offers the most advantageous means available of CrossFireXTM. Make sure that AMD has released or will release in ...a single PC. 2.5 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM feature. Please check AMD website for detailed installation guide. Combining a range of different operating...
...XP with Windows® VistaTM / 7 OS only. For other Radeon graphics card to enable CrossFireXTM feature. English 19 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard CrossFireXTM technology offers the most advantageous means available of CrossFireXTM. Make sure that AMD has released or will release in ...a single PC. 2.5 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM feature. Please check AMD website for detailed installation guide. Combining a range of different operating...
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... the D-Sub monitor cable to the DVI to your graphics card vendor for details.) CrossFire Bridge or Step 3. Please refer to D-Sub adapter.) English 20 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard Step 2. Connect the DVI monitor cable to the DVI connector on the Radeon graphics card on the top of Radeon graphics cards. (CrossFire Bridge is...
... the D-Sub monitor cable to the DVI to your graphics card vendor for details.) CrossFire Bridge or Step 3. Please refer to D-Sub adapter.) English 20 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard Step 2. Connect the DVI monitor cable to the DVI connector on the Radeon graphics card on the top of Radeon graphics cards. (CrossFire Bridge is...