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... Unique Features 10 1.4 Motherboard Layout 14 1.5 I/O Panel 15 2. Contents 1. Installation 17 Pre-installation Precautions 17 2.1 CPU Installation 18 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink 18 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM 19 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots 21 ...2.5 CrossFireXTM, 3-Way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide 22 2.6 Dual Graphics Operation Guide 27 2.7 Multi Monitor and Surround Display Features 29 2.8 ASRock...
... Unique Features 10 1.4 Motherboard Layout 14 1.5 I/O Panel 15 2. Contents 1. Installation 17 Pre-installation Precautions 17 2.1 CPU Installation 18 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink 18 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM 19 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots 21 ...2.5 CrossFireXTM, 3-Way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide 22 2.6 Dual Graphics Operation Guide 27 2.7 Multi Monitor and Surround Display Features 29 2.8 ASRock...
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... Information 70 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 47 3.1 Introduction 47 3.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar 47 3.1.2 Navigation Keys 48 3.2 Main Screen 48 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen 49 3.4 Advanced Screen 52 3.4.1 CPU Configuration 53 3.4.2 North Bridge Configuration 54 3.4.3 South Bridge Configuration 55 3.4.4 Storage Configuration 56 3.4.5 Super IO Configuration 57 3.4.6 ACPI Configuration 58 3.4.7 USB Configuration 60 3.5 Tool 61...
... Information 70 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 47 3.1 Introduction 47 3.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar 47 3.1.2 Navigation Keys 48 3.2 Main Screen 48 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen 49 3.4 Advanced Screen 52 3.4.1 CPU Configuration 53 3.4.2 North Bridge Configuration 54 3.4.3 South Bridge Configuration 55 3.4.4 Storage Configuration 56 3.4.5 Super IO Configuration 57 3.4.6 ACPI Configuration 58 3.4.7 USB Configuration 60 3.5 Tool 61...
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... AHCI mode. 5 You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A85X Extreme6 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) ASRock FM2A85X Extreme6 Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A85X Extreme6 Support CD 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... Introduction Thank you for specific information about the...
... AHCI mode. 5 You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A85X Extreme6 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) ASRock FM2A85X Extreme6 Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A85X Extreme6 Support CD 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... Introduction Thank you for specific information about the...
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..., DVI-D, HDMI and DisplayPort (see CAUTION 3) - shared memory 512MB - Max. AMD A85X (Hudson-D4) - PCIE5: x4 mode) - 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots - 2 x PCI slots - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics -
..., DVI-D, HDMI and DisplayPort (see CAUTION 3) - shared memory 512MB - Max. AMD A85X (Hudson-D4) - PCIE5: x4 mode) - 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots - 2 x PCI slots - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics -
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...+12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore 8 Supports "Plug and Play" - ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), AMD Live! CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer - Front panel audio connector - 3 x USB 2.0 headers (support 6 USB 2.0 ports) - 1 x USB 3.0 header (supports 2 USB 3.0...LED - 64Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support - Supports jumperfree - Explorer, AMD Fusion, CyberLink MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial, ASRock MAGIX Multimedia Suite - CPU Quiet Fan - XFire power connector - Connector BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor - 2 x Rear USB 3.0 ports by ...
...+12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore 8 Supports "Plug and Play" - ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), AMD Live! CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer - Front panel audio connector - 3 x USB 2.0 headers (support 6 USB 2.0 ports) - 1 x USB 3.0 header (supports 2 USB 3.0...LED - 64Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support - Supports jumperfree - Explorer, AMD Fusion, CyberLink MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial, ASRock MAGIX Multimedia Suite - CPU Quiet Fan - XFire power connector - Connector BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor - 2 x Rear USB 3.0 ports by ...
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...For Windows® 64-bit OS with the DVI-to-HDMI adapter, the DVID port can use ASRock XFast RAM to the memory support list on the CPU you adopt. Besides, with 64bit CPU, there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in EDID. HBR is ...required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that Windows®...
...For Windows® 64-bit OS with the DVI-to-HDMI adapter, the DVID port can use ASRock XFast RAM to the memory support list on the CPU you adopt. Besides, with 64bit CPU, there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in EDID. HBR is ...required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that Windows®...
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... entering operating systems first like MSDOS or Windows®. Please be noted that cannot be used under Windows® OS 32-bit CPU. ASRock Instant Boot ASRock Instant Boot allows you to adjust. By calling S3 and S4 at specific timing during the POST or the key to enter into... ROM. It leverages the S3 and S4 ACPI features which includes Hardware Monitor, Fan Control, Overclocking, OC DNA, IES and XFast RAM. ASRock Instant Flash ASRock Instant Flash is an all-in a user-friendly interface, which normally enable the Sleep/Standby and Hibernation modes in Windows® to update...
... entering operating systems first like MSDOS or Windows®. Please be noted that cannot be used under Windows® OS 32-bit CPU. ASRock Instant Boot ASRock Instant Boot allows you to adjust. By calling S3 and S4 at specific timing during the POST or the key to enter into... ROM. It leverages the S3 and S4 ACPI features which includes Hardware Monitor, Fan Control, Overclocking, OC DNA, IES and XFast RAM. ASRock Instant Flash ASRock Instant Flash is an all-in a user-friendly interface, which normally enable the Sleep/Standby and Hibernation modes in Windows® to update...
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... Prioritization: You can configure your computer and up to 40% faster than ever. ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM is a new function that cannot be used under Windows® OS 32-bit CPU. Simply install the APP Charger driver, it makes your iPhone charge much quickly from... power off (S5). Traffic Shaping: You can boost USB storage device performance. ASRock APP Charger allows you are transferring currently. The performance may depend on the properties of the device. ASRock XFast LAN ASRock XFast LAN provides a faster internet access, which data streams you to quickly charge...
... Prioritization: You can configure your computer and up to 40% faster than ever. ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM is a new function that cannot be used under Windows® OS 32-bit CPU. Simply install the APP Charger driver, it makes your iPhone charge much quickly from... power off (S5). Traffic Shaping: You can boost USB storage device performance. ASRock APP Charger allows you are transferring currently. The performance may depend on the properties of the device. ASRock XFast LAN ASRock XFast LAN provides a faster internet access, which data streams you to quickly charge...
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... user experience and behavior. the PC will automatically overclock the relative components to get up experience. ASRock Fast Boot With ASRock's exclusive Fast Boot technology, it hard to access the UEFI directly in the flow between the CPU, GPU and the display. 13 The unprecedented UEFI provides a more attractive interface and brings a lot...
... user experience and behavior. the PC will automatically overclock the relative components to get up experience. ASRock Fast Boot With ASRock's exclusive Fast Boot technology, it hard to access the UEFI directly in the flow between the CPU, GPU and the display. 13 The unprecedented UEFI provides a more attractive interface and brings a lot...
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... RAM ATXPWR1 9 10 USB3_5_6 CTR BASS LINE IN REAR SPK FRONT XFast LAN Top: Center: Bottom: MIC IN 41 CHA_FAN2 40 PCIE1 FM2A85X Extreme6 Front USB 3.0 39 PCIE2 LAN DX11 CMOS Dual Graphics 38 PCIE3 BATTERY AMD A85X 11 37 Super PCI1 CLRCMOS1 (Hudson-D4) Chipset SATA3_1_2...32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 2 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 3 CPU Socket 4 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1) 5 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 6 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2) 7 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (Dual Channel A: DDR3_A1, DDR3_B1) 8 2 x 240-...
... RAM ATXPWR1 9 10 USB3_5_6 CTR BASS LINE IN REAR SPK FRONT XFast LAN Top: Center: Bottom: MIC IN 41 CHA_FAN2 40 PCIE1 FM2A85X Extreme6 Front USB 3.0 39 PCIE2 LAN DX11 CMOS Dual Graphics 38 PCIE3 BATTERY AMD A85X 11 37 Super PCI1 CLRCMOS1 (Hudson-D4) Chipset SATA3_1_2...32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 2 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 3 CPU Socket 4 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1) 5 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 6 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2) 7 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (Dual Channel A: DDR3_A1, DDR3_B1) 8 2 x 240-...
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...larger heatsink and cooling fan to avoid bending of the CPU fan and the heatsink. 18 Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it firmly on the side tab to secure the CPU. When the CPU is locked. 2.1 CPU Installation Step 1. The CPU fits only in good contact with a small triangle. ...The lever clicks on the socket while you install the CPU into the socket to dissipate heat. You also need to...
...larger heatsink and cooling fan to avoid bending of the CPU fan and the heatsink. 18 Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it firmly on the side tab to secure the CPU. When the CPU is locked. 2.1 CPU Installation Step 1. The CPU fits only in good contact with a small triangle. ...The lever clicks on the socket while you install the CPU into the socket to dissipate heat. You also need to...
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... ATXPWR1) (see p.14 No. 9) 12 24 Please connect an ATX power supply to this connector. 1 13 Though this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can be controlled through UEFI or AXTU. (3-pin CHA_FAN3) (see p.14 No. 43) (3-pin PWR_FAN1) (see p.14 No. ...4) +12V GND PWR_FAN_SPEED CPU Fan Connectors FAN_SPEED_CONTROL (4-pin CPU_FAN1) CPU_FAN_SPEED +12V (see p.14 No. 41) Please connect the fan cables to the fan connectors and match the black...
... ATXPWR1) (see p.14 No. 9) 12 24 Please connect an ATX power supply to this connector. 1 13 Though this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can be controlled through UEFI or AXTU. (3-pin CHA_FAN3) (see p.14 No. 43) (3-pin PWR_FAN1) (see p.14 No. ...4) +12V GND PWR_FAN_SPEED CPU Fan Connectors FAN_SPEED_CONTROL (4-pin CPU_FAN1) CPU_FAN_SPEED +12V (see p.14 No. 41) Please connect the fan cables to the fan connectors and match the black...
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...VGA could not be recognized. If the problem still exists, please try installing memory to USB devices. Invalid Password. Please re-install CPU and memory then clear CMOS. If the problem still exists, please install only one memory module or try using other memory modules. ... Please clear CMOS, re-install memory and VGA card, and remove other memory modules. Chipset initialization error. Please re-install memory and CPU. Problem related to memory. Problem related to memory. Keyboard and mouse could not be detected. Please try re-installing the VGA card....
...VGA could not be recognized. If the problem still exists, please try installing memory to USB devices. Invalid Password. Please re-install CPU and memory then clear CMOS. If the problem still exists, please install only one memory module or try using other memory modules. ... Please clear CMOS, re-install memory and VGA card, and remove other memory modules. Chipset initialization error. Please re-install memory and CPU. Problem related to memory. Problem related to memory. Keyboard and mouse could not be detected. Please try re-installing the VGA card....
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CPU Configuration Overclock Mode Use this to select enable or disable AMD Turbo Core Technology. The default value is [Auto]. Processor Maximum Frequency It will display ...
CPU Configuration Overclock Mode Use this to select enable or disable AMD Turbo Core Technology. The default value is [Auto]. Processor Maximum Frequency It will display ...
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...Multiplier For safety and system stability, it is not recommended to adjust the value of CPU NB/GFX voltage offset. The default value is set to [Manual], you to adjust the value of CPU voltage. CPU Frequency Multiplier For safety and system stability, it is not recommended to adjust the ...value of this item. CPU Voltage Offset It allows you to adjust the value of this item. However, for...
...Multiplier For safety and system stability, it is not recommended to adjust the value of CPU NB/GFX voltage offset. The default value is set to [Manual], you to adjust the value of CPU voltage. CPU Frequency Multiplier For safety and system stability, it is not recommended to adjust the ...value of this item. CPU Voltage Offset It allows you to adjust the value of this item. However, for...
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3.4 Advanced Screen In this section may set the configurations for the following items: CPU Configuration, Nouth Bridge Configuration, South Bridge Configuration, Storage Configuration, Super IO Configuration, ACPI Configuration and USB Configuration. Setting wrong values in this section, you may cause the system to malfunction. 52
3.4 Advanced Screen In this section may set the configurations for the following items: CPU Configuration, Nouth Bridge Configuration, South Bridge Configuration, Storage Configuration, Super IO Configuration, ACPI Configuration and USB Configuration. Setting wrong values in this section, you may cause the system to malfunction. 52
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...]. SVM When this option is [Auto]. 53 The default value is [Enabled]. CPU Thermal Throttle Use this function may reduce CPU voltage and memory frequency, and lead to keep the CPU from overheated. Please note that enabling this item to enable CPU internal thermal control mechanism to system stability or compatibility issue with some...
...]. SVM When this option is [Auto]. 53 The default value is [Enabled]. CPU Thermal Throttle Use this function may reduce CPU voltage and memory frequency, and lead to keep the CPU from overheated. Please note that enabling this item to enable CPU internal thermal control mechanism to system stability or compatibility issue with some...
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...entering S4/S5 state. Dehumidifier Period This allows users to configure the period of the dehumidifying process before it returns to configure CPU fan speed while "Dehumidifier" is enabled. 62 When enabling Dehumidifier Function, the computer will power on a DHCP configured computer ...in order to enable this setting to S4/S5 state. Dehumidifier CPU Fan Setting Use this function. Configuration options: [DHCP (Auto IP)] and [PPPOE]. Configuration options: [Asia], [Europe], [USA] and ...
...entering S4/S5 state. Dehumidifier Period This allows users to configure the period of the dehumidifying process before it returns to configure CPU fan speed while "Dehumidifier" is enabled. 62 When enabling Dehumidifier Function, the computer will power on a DHCP configured computer ...in order to enable this setting to S4/S5 state. Dehumidifier CPU Fan Setting Use this function. Configuration options: [DHCP (Auto IP)] and [PPPOE]. Configuration options: [Asia], [Europe], [USA] and ...
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... you to enable or disable case open has been detected. Over Temperature Protection Use this option to keep or clear the record of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, CPU fan speed, chassis fan speed, and the critical voltage. The default is value [Full On]. The default is value [Full On]. ... options: [Full On] and [Automatic Mode]. 3.6 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen In this section, it allows you to set the chassis fan 1 speed. CPU Fan 1 & 2 Setting This allows you to set the chassis fan 3 speed. Chassis Fan 3 Setting This allows you to set the...
... you to enable or disable case open has been detected. Over Temperature Protection Use this option to keep or clear the record of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, CPU fan speed, chassis fan speed, and the critical voltage. The default is value [Full On]. The default is value [Full On]. ... options: [Full On] and [Automatic Mode]. 3.6 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen In this section, it allows you to set the chassis fan 1 speed. CPU Fan 1 & 2 Setting This allows you to set the chassis fan 3 speed. Chassis Fan 3 Setting This allows you to set the...
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...BASS LINE IN REAR SPK FRONT XFast LAN Top: Center: Bottom: MIC IN 41 CHA_FAN2 40 PCIE1 FM2A85X Extreme6 Front USB 3.0 39 PCIE2 LAN DX11 CMOS Dual Graphics 38 PCIE3 BATTERY AMD A85X 11 37 Super... 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 2 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 3 CPU Socket 4 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1) 5 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 6 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2) 7 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (Dual Channel A: DDR3_A1...) 42 XFire Power Connector (CROSS_FIRE_PWR1) 43 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3) 2 ASRock FM2A85X Extreme6 Motherboard English
...BASS LINE IN REAR SPK FRONT XFast LAN Top: Center: Bottom: MIC IN 41 CHA_FAN2 40 PCIE1 FM2A85X Extreme6 Front USB 3.0 39 PCIE2 LAN DX11 CMOS Dual Graphics 38 PCIE3 BATTERY AMD A85X 11 37 Super... 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 2 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 3 CPU Socket 4 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1) 5 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 6 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2) 7 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (Dual Channel A: DDR3_A1...) 42 XFire Power Connector (CROSS_FIRE_PWR1) 43 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3) 2 ASRock FM2A85X Extreme6 Motherboard English