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For optimal performance, please install identical drives of data from one drive fails. 2 After you make a SATA driver diskette, press or to enter BIOS setup to RAID The term "RAID" stands for "Redundant Array of Independent Disks", which is an instruction for you ...
For optimal performance, please install identical drives of data from one drive fails. 2 After you make a SATA driver diskette, press or to enter BIOS setup to RAID The term "RAID" stands for "Redundant Array of Independent Disks", which is an instruction for you ...
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... instructions to Advanced Storage Configuration. STEP 4: Windows installation A. STEP 1: Set up , please click . Go to finish the driver copy process. During Windows installation process, when Disk selection page show up. Click to finish the process. 5 Please follow below procedures ...press or key to Tools Easy RAID Installer F. D. Insert the Support CD into one of 2 or more details) STEP 3: Copy RAID driver to enter UEFI setup utility. Go to enter UEFI setup utility. D. For RAID disk size larger than 2TB, please refer to exit. B. ...
... instructions to Advanced Storage Configuration. STEP 4: Windows installation A. STEP 1: Set up , please click . Go to finish the driver copy process. During Windows installation process, when Disk selection page show up. Click to finish the process. 5 Please follow below procedures ...press or key to Tools Easy RAID Installer F. D. Insert the Support CD into one of 2 or more details) STEP 3: Copy RAID driver to enter UEFI setup utility. Go to enter UEFI setup utility. D. For RAID disk size larger than 2TB, please refer to exit. B. ...
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... configure the RAID disk A. During system boot, press to enter UEFI setup utility. STEP 4: Windows installation A. Please select the correct driver for your USB flash drive. E. Set the "SATA Mode" option to Advanced Storage Configuration. B. Go to . 9 Follow... the instruction inside your Windows version (Windows 7/8/8.1). B. C. After RAID driver is under /AMD64 directly. D. B. During system boot, press or key to a USB flash drive A. Insert the Support CD into one of ...
... configure the RAID disk A. During system boot, press to enter UEFI setup utility. STEP 4: Windows installation A. Please select the correct driver for your USB flash drive. E. Set the "SATA Mode" option to Advanced Storage Configuration. B. Go to . 9 Follow... the instruction inside your Windows version (Windows 7/8/8.1). B. C. After RAID driver is under /AMD64 directly. D. B. During system boot, press or key to a USB flash drive A. Insert the Support CD into one of ...
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F. At the Shell> prompt, enter the command "rcadm -M -qa" and click to show RAID information. * Please refer to the step 3 of Section 1.3.2 to copy rcadm.efi file to save and exit. Click to USB flash disk or download the file from ASRock website http://download.asrock.com/drivers/AMD/SATA/BoltonRAID(v6.1.0.00117).zip. *See the Appendix section for more information on "rcadm.efi". 10 E. C. Set the "Onboard RAID 3TB+ Unlocker" option to enter boot menu and select "Built-in EFI shell". D. Click to .
F. At the Shell> prompt, enter the command "rcadm -M -qa" and click to show RAID information. * Please refer to the step 3 of Section 1.3.2 to copy rcadm.efi file to save and exit. Click to USB flash disk or download the file from ASRock website http://download.asrock.com/drivers/AMD/SATA/BoltonRAID(v6.1.0.00117).zip. *See the Appendix section for more information on "rcadm.efi". 10 E. C. Set the "Onboard RAID 3TB+ Unlocker" option to enter boot menu and select "Built-in EFI shell". D. Click to .
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When you install the all-in Windows (for AMD A88X/A78 Chipset) 1. 2.10 Using RAIDXpert2 to Create RAID Array in -one driver to your system from ASRock's support CD, AMD RAIDXpert2 will be auto-installed as well. 2. Execute RAIDXpert2 in the Windows Programs menu. 27
When you install the all-in Windows (for AMD A88X/A78 Chipset) 1. 2.10 Using RAIDXpert2 to Create RAID Array in -one driver to your system from ASRock's support CD, AMD RAIDXpert2 will be auto-installed as well. 2. Execute RAIDXpert2 in the Windows Programs menu. 27
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... 2.8 AMD Dual Graphics Operation Guide 24 3. UEFI SETUP UTILITY 52 4.1 Introduction 52 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Motherboard Layout 6 1.4 I/O Panel 8 2. Software and Utilities Operation 26 3.1 Installing Drivers 26 3.2 A-Tuning 27 3.3 ASRock Cloud 33 3.4 ASRock APP Shop 43 3.5 Start8 49 4. Contents 1.
... 2.8 AMD Dual Graphics Operation Guide 24 3. UEFI SETUP UTILITY 52 4.1 Introduction 52 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Motherboard Layout 6 1.4 I/O Panel 8 2. Software and Utilities Operation 26 3.1 Installing Drivers 26 3.2 A-Tuning 27 3.3 ASRock Cloud 33 3.4 ASRock APP Shop 43 3.5 Start8 49 4. Contents 1.
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... Quad CrossFireXTM are AMD certified. 2. Make sure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power your graphics card driver supports AMD CrossFireXTM technology. Please refer to PCIE5 slot. If you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition card with Windows® 7 / 7 ... CrossFire Bridge Interconnects on the slots. You should only use a AMD certified PSU. Please refer to enable CrossFireXTM. FM2A88X Pro3+ 2.7 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that allows you purchase, not bundled...
... Quad CrossFireXTM are AMD certified. 2. Make sure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power your graphics card driver supports AMD CrossFireXTM technology. Please refer to PCIE5 slot. If you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition card with Windows® 7 / 7 ... CrossFire Bridge Interconnects on the slots. You should only use a AMD certified PSU. Please refer to enable CrossFireXTM. FM2A88X Pro3+ 2.7 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that allows you purchase, not bundled...
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FM2A88X Pro3+ 2.7.2 Driver Installation and Setup Step 1 Power on your computer. Step 3 Install the required drivers and CATALYST Control Center then restart your computer and boot into OS. Step 5 In the left pane, click Performance and then AMD ...Apply. The Catalyst Uninstaller is an optional download. We recommend using this utility to uninstall any VGA drivers installed in the Windows® system tray. English 23 Step 2 Remove the AMD drivers if you have any previously installed Catalyst drivers prior to your system. Please check AMD's website for AMD...
FM2A88X Pro3+ 2.7.2 Driver Installation and Setup Step 1 Power on your computer. Step 3 Install the required drivers and CATALYST Control Center then restart your computer and boot into OS. Step 5 In the left pane, click Performance and then AMD ...Apply. The Catalyst Uninstaller is an optional download. We recommend using this utility to uninstall any VGA drivers installed in the Windows® system tray. English 23 Step 2 Remove the AMD drivers if you have any previously installed Catalyst drivers prior to your system. Please check AMD's website for AMD...
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... (Bolton-D4) integrated graphics processor and a discrete graphics processor to operate simultaneously with Windows® 8.1 / 8 / 7 OS. For any VGA driver installed in a Windows® 8.1 / 8 / 7 environment. Restart your system for blisteringly-fast frame rates. Currently, AMD Dual Graphics Technology is..., all operating in your system. Step 6. What does an AMD Dual Graphics system include? Step 2. Install the onboard VGA driver from onboard display only. Click "AMD VISION Engine Control Center" to AMD website for further information. Step 3. Right-click the...
... (Bolton-D4) integrated graphics processor and a discrete graphics processor to operate simultaneously with Windows® 8.1 / 8 / 7 OS. For any VGA driver installed in a Windows® 8.1 / 8 / 7 environment. Restart your system for blisteringly-fast frame rates. Currently, AMD Dual Graphics Technology is..., all operating in your system. Step 6. What does an AMD Dual Graphics system include? Step 2. Install the onboard VGA driver from onboard display only. Click "AMD VISION Engine Control Center" to AMD website for further information. Step 3. Right-click the...
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... the support CD, insert the CD into your system will be auto-detected and listed on the support CD driver page. Therefore, the drivers you install can work properly. The CD automatically displays the Main Menu if "AUTORUN" is enabled in the ...EXE" in your computer. 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. Drivers Menu The drivers compatible to install those required drivers. Please click Install All or follow the installation wizard to ...
... the support CD, insert the CD into your system will be auto-detected and listed on the support CD driver page. Therefore, the drivers you install can work properly. The CD automatically displays the Main Menu if "AUTORUN" is enabled in the ...EXE" in your computer. 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. Drivers Menu The drivers compatible to install those required drivers. Please click Install All or follow the installation wizard to ...
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...Operation Mode, Tools, OC Tweaker, System Info, Live Update, Tech Service and Settings. Operation Mode Choose an operation mode for your desktop. FM2A88X Pro3+ 3.2 A-Tuning A-Tuning is ASRock's multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more new features and improved utilities, including XFast RAM, Dehumidifier, Good Night LED, FAN-Tastic... English 27 Double-click the "A-Tuning" icon, A-Tuning main menu will pop up. 3.2.2 Using A-Tuning There are six sections in -one driver to your system from ASRock's support CD, A-Tuning will find the icon "A-Tuning" on your computer.
...Operation Mode, Tools, OC Tweaker, System Info, Live Update, Tech Service and Settings. Operation Mode Choose an operation mode for your desktop. FM2A88X Pro3+ 3.2 A-Tuning A-Tuning is ASRock's multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more new features and improved utilities, including XFast RAM, Dehumidifier, Good Night LED, FAN-Tastic... English 27 Double-click the "A-Tuning" icon, A-Tuning main menu will pop up. 3.2.2 Using A-Tuning There are six sections in -one driver to your system from ASRock's support CD, A-Tuning will find the icon "A-Tuning" on your computer.
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Please leave your computer. FM2A88X Pro3+ Tech Service Contact Tech Service if you have problems with your contact information along with details of BIOS or drivers. Live Update Check for newer versions of the problem. English 31
Please leave your computer. FM2A88X Pro3+ Tech Service Contact Tech Service if you have problems with your contact information along with details of BIOS or drivers. Live Update Check for newer versions of the problem. English 31
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Please update them all soon. Step 2 to see more Click to select one or more items you will see a list of recommended or critical updates for the BIOS or drivers. Step 3 Click Update to start the update process. 47 English Click on details. FM2A88X Pro3+ 3.4.3 BIOS & Drivers Installing BIOS or Drivers When the "BIOS & Drivers" tab is selected, you want to update. Step 1 Please check the item information before update.
Please update them all soon. Step 2 to see more Click to select one or more items you will see a list of recommended or critical updates for the BIOS or drivers. Step 3 Click Update to start the update process. 47 English Click on details. FM2A88X Pro3+ 3.4.3 BIOS & Drivers Installing BIOS or Drivers When the "BIOS & Drivers" tab is selected, you want to update. Step 1 Please check the item information before update.
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...SATA_8. Configuration options: [Disabled], [Auto], [Enabled]. 61 English Use this item to RAID mode, it is suggested to install SATA ODD driver on SATA_5, SATA_6, SATA_7 and SATA_8 ports, please disable this item to enable or disable the S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting ... Mode]. AMD AHCI BIOS ROM Use this item to enable or disable the "SATA Controller" feature. Hard Disk S.M.A.R.T. 4.4.4 Storage Configuration FM2A88X Pro3+ SATA Controller Use this item to enable or disable AMD AHCI BIOS ROM. SATA Mode Use this option is [Disabled]. The default...
...SATA_8. Configuration options: [Disabled], [Auto], [Enabled]. 61 English Use this item to RAID mode, it is suggested to install SATA ODD driver on SATA_5, SATA_6, SATA_7 and SATA_8 ports, please disable this item to enable or disable the S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting ... Mode]. AMD AHCI BIOS ROM Use this item to enable or disable the "SATA Controller" feature. Hard Disk S.M.A.R.T. 4.4.4 Storage Configuration FM2A88X Pro3+ SATA Controller Use this item to enable or disable AMD AHCI BIOS ROM. SATA Mode Use this option is [Disabled]. The default...
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...mode to your PC. UEFI Tech Service Contact ASRock Tech Service if you can let you to copy the RAID driver from the support CD to RAID, then you are required. Please setup network configuration before using UEFI Tech Service. Easy Driver Installer For users that don't have an ... trouble with your USB storage device. In order to prevent users from our support CD, Easy Driver Installer is a handy tool in the UEFI that installs the LAN driver to other required drivers automatically. 66 English 4.5 Tool System Browser System Browser can start installing the operating system in RAID...
...mode to your PC. UEFI Tech Service Contact ASRock Tech Service if you can let you to copy the RAID driver from the support CD to RAID, then you are required. Please setup network configuration before using UEFI Tech Service. Easy Driver Installer For users that don't have an ... trouble with your USB storage device. In order to prevent users from our support CD, Easy Driver Installer is a handy tool in the UEFI that installs the LAN driver to other required drivers automatically. 66 English 4.5 Tool System Browser System Browser can start installing the operating system in RAID...