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...1.3 Motherboard Layout 7 1.4 I/O Panel 9 Chapter 2 Installation 11 2.1 Installing the CPU 12 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 14 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 23 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) 25 2.5 Jumpers Setup 26 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors 27 2.7 Dr. Debug 32 2.8 SLITM and Quad SLITM Operation Guide 34 2.8.1 Installing Two SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards 34 2.8.2 Driver Installation and Setup 36 2.9 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide 37 2.9.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards 37 2.9.2 Driver Installation...
...1.3 Motherboard Layout 7 1.4 I/O Panel 9 Chapter 2 Installation 11 2.1 Installing the CPU 12 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 14 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 23 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) 25 2.5 Jumpers Setup 26 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors 27 2.7 Dr. Debug 32 2.8 SLITM and Quad SLITM Operation Guide 34 2.8.1 Installing Two SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards 34 2.8.2 Driver Installation and Setup 36 2.9 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide 37 2.9.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards 37 2.9.2 Driver Installation...
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... • ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series Support CD • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x ASRock SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Card (Optional) • 3 x Screws for purchasing ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you are using. If you...
... • ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series Support CD • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x ASRock SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Card (Optional) • 3 x Screws for purchasing ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you are using. If you...
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Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series Graphics • Integrated AMD RadeonTM R7/R5 Series Graphics in A-series APU • DirectX 12, Pixel Shader 5.0 • Max. resolution up to 4K x 2K (4096x2160) @ 24Hz / (3840x2160) @ 30Hz • Supports Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color (12bpc), xvYCC and HBR (High Bit Rate Audio) with HDMI Port (Compliant HDMI monitor is required) • Supports HDCP with HDMI Port • Supports Full HD 1080p Blu-ray (BD) playback with HDMI Port Audio • 7.1 CH HD...
Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series Graphics • Integrated AMD RadeonTM R7/R5 Series Graphics in A-series APU • DirectX 12, Pixel Shader 5.0 • Max. resolution up to 4K x 2K (4096x2160) @ 24Hz / (3840x2160) @ 30Hz • Supports Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color (12bpc), xvYCC and HBR (High Bit Rate Audio) with HDMI Port (Compliant HDMI monitor is required) • Supports HDCP with HDMI Port • Supports Full HD 1080p Blu-ray (BD) playback with HDMI Port Audio • 7.1 CH HD...
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Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series • 1 x Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control) * The Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan supports the water cooler fan of maximum 1.5A (18W) fan power. * CHA_FAN2 can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use. • 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector • 1 x AMD LED Fan USB Header • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection) • 2 x USB 3.0 Headers (...
Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series • 1 x Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control) * The Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan supports the water cooler fan of maximum 1.5A (18W) fan power. * CHA_FAN2 can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use. • 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector • 1 x AMD LED Fan USB Header • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection) • 2 x USB 3.0 Headers (...
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1.3 Motherboard Layout Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series Bottom: Optical SPDIF 1 2 3 45 CPU_OPT/W_PUMP CPU_FAN1 PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard X370 Gaming K4 HDMI1 SOCKET AM4 USB 3.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 USB 3.0 T: USB3 B: USB4 USB 3.1 T: USB3_TA_1 B: USB3_TC_1 USB 3.0 T: USB5 B: USB6 Top: RJ-45 LAN Top: Central/Bass LINE IN Center: REAR SPK M2_3 Top: Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN NUT1 PCIE1 AUDIO CODEC PCIE2 1 FATAL TY BIOS ROM PCIE3 RoHS PCIE4 M2_1 Ultra M.2 PCIe Gen3 x4 DDR4_A1...
1.3 Motherboard Layout Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series Bottom: Optical SPDIF 1 2 3 45 CPU_OPT/W_PUMP CPU_FAN1 PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard X370 Gaming K4 HDMI1 SOCKET AM4 USB 3.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 USB 3.0 T: USB3 B: USB4 USB 3.1 T: USB3_TA_1 B: USB3_TC_1 USB 3.0 T: USB5 B: USB6 Top: RJ-45 LAN Top: Central/Bass LINE IN Center: REAR SPK M2_3 Top: Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN NUT1 PCIE1 AUDIO CODEC PCIE2 1 FATAL TY BIOS ROM PCIE3 RoHS PCIE4 M2_1 Ultra M.2 PCIe Gen3 x4 DDR4_A1...
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... Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 3 CPU Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CPU_OPT/W_PUMP) 4 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1) 5 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2) 6 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 7 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_9_10) 8 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_7_8) 9 AMD LED Fan USB Header (USB_5) 10 AMD Fan LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1) 11 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 12 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_5_6) 13 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_3_4) 14 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_1_2) 15 System Panel Header (PANEL1) 16 RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1) 17 RGB LED Header (RGB_LED2) 18 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1) 19 Chassis...
... Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 3 CPU Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CPU_OPT/W_PUMP) 4 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1) 5 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2) 6 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 7 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_9_10) 8 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_7_8) 9 AMD LED Fan USB Header (USB_5) 10 AMD Fan LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1) 11 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 12 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_5_6) 13 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_3_4) 14 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_1_2) 15 System Panel Header (PANEL1) 16 RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1) 17 RGB LED Header (RGB_LED2) 18 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1) 19 Chassis...
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... into it. Failure to unplug the power cord before you handle the components. • Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs. • Whenever you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Make sure to do not overtighten the screws! Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series Chapter 2 Installation This is a ATX form factor motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the...
... into it. Failure to unplug the power cord before you handle the components. • Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs. • Whenever you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Make sure to do not overtighten the screws! Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series Chapter 2 Installation This is a ATX form factor motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the...
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...-2133 SR: Single rank DIMM, 1Rx4 or 1Rx8 on DIMM module label DR: Dual rank DIMM, 2Rx4 or 2Rx8 on DIMM module label 23 English SR - DR - - 2667 - Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 288-pin DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1. For dual channel configuration, you always need to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one or three...
...-2133 SR: Single rank DIMM, 1Rx4 or 1Rx8 on DIMM module label DR: Dual rank DIMM, 2Rx4 or 2Rx8 on DIMM module label 23 English SR - DR - - 2667 - Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 288-pin DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1. For dual channel configuration, you always need to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one or three...
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..., which makes troubleshooting even easier. Code Description 00 Please check if the CPU is used to memory, VGA card or other devices. Please clear CMOS, re-install the memory and VGA card, and remove other USB, PCI devices. 01 - 54 (except 0d), 5A- 60 Problem related to PCI-E devices. Please re-install the CPU and memory. Please press reset or clear CMOS. 92 - 99 Problem related to memory. If the problem still exists, please install only one memory module or try using other slots.
..., which makes troubleshooting even easier. Code Description 00 Please check if the CPU is used to memory, VGA card or other devices. Please clear CMOS, re-install the memory and VGA card, and remove other USB, PCI devices. 01 - 54 (except 0d), 5A- 60 Problem related to PCI-E devices. Please re-install the CPU and memory. Please press reset or clear CMOS. 92 - 99 Problem related to memory. If the problem still exists, please install only one memory module or try using other slots.
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Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series 2.9 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power your system requires. CrossFire Bridge Step 2 Connect two graphics cards by installing a CrossFire Bridge on the CrossFire Bridge Interconnects on the slots. You should only use a AMD certified PSU. Make sure that allows you to install up to use identical...
Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series 2.9 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power your system requires. CrossFire Bridge Step 2 Connect two graphics cards by installing a CrossFire Bridge on the CrossFire Bridge Interconnects on the slots. You should only use a AMD certified PSU. Make sure that allows you to install up to use identical...
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... AMD driver updates. Step 2 Remove the AMD drivers if you have any previously installed Catalyst drivers prior to installation. The Catalyst Uninstaller is an optional download. Select the GPU number according to uninstall any VGA drivers installed in the Windows® system tray. Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series 2.9.2 Driver Installation and Setup Step 1 Power on your computer. We recommend using this utility to your system. Step 3 Install the required drivers and CATALYST Control Center then restart your computer and boot...
... AMD driver updates. Step 2 Remove the AMD drivers if you have any previously installed Catalyst drivers prior to installation. The Catalyst Uninstaller is an optional download. Select the GPU number according to uninstall any VGA drivers installed in the Windows® system tray. Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series 2.9.2 Driver Installation and Setup Step 1 Power on your computer. We recommend using this utility to your system. Step 3 Install the required drivers and CATALYST Control Center then restart your computer and boot...
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... displays the Main Menu if "AUTORUN" is enabled in the Support CD to display the menu. Drivers Menu The drivers compatible to your system will be auto-detected and listed on the file "ASRSETUP.EXE" in your CD-ROM drive. "KB2720599": http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2720599/en-us 44 English 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. Running The Support...
... displays the Main Menu if "AUTORUN" is enabled in the Support CD to display the menu. Drivers Menu The drivers compatible to your system will be auto-detected and listed on the file "ASRSETUP.EXE" in your CD-ROM drive. "KB2720599": http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2720599/en-us 44 English 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. Running The Support...
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Easy RAID Installer Easy RAID Installer helps you to copy the RAID driver from the support CD to RAID, then you to adjust the RGB LED color to your USB storage device. After copying the drivers please change the SATA mode to your liking. English 71 4.5 Tools Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series RGB LED ASRock RGB LED allows you can start installing the operating system in RAID mode.
Easy RAID Installer Easy RAID Installer helps you to copy the RAID driver from the support CD to RAID, then you to adjust the RGB LED color to your USB storage device. After copying the drivers please change the SATA mode to your liking. English 71 4.5 Tools Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series RGB LED ASRock RGB LED allows you can start installing the operating system in RAID mode.
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...DHCP (Auto IP), Auto ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates the latest UEFI firmware version from our servers for Internet Flash. UEFI Download Server Select a server to plug in your UEFI. Internet Flash - Network Configuration Use this function. Instant Flash Save UEFI files in your USB storage device and run Instant Flash to update your USB pen drive before using this to configure internet connection settings for you. Please setup network configuration before using Internet Flash. *For BIOS backup and recovery purpose, it is recommended to download the UEFI firmware. 72...
...DHCP (Auto IP), Auto ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates the latest UEFI firmware version from our servers for Internet Flash. UEFI Download Server Select a server to plug in your UEFI. Internet Flash - Network Configuration Use this function. Instant Flash Save UEFI files in your USB storage device and run Instant Flash to update your USB pen drive before using this to configure internet connection settings for you. Please setup network configuration before using Internet Flash. *For BIOS backup and recovery purpose, it is recommended to download the UEFI firmware. 72...
Quick Installation Guide
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... Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 3 CPU Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CPU_OPT/W_PUMP) 4 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1) 5 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2) 6 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 7 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_9_10) 8 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_7_8) 9 AMD LED Fan USB Header (USB_5) 10 AMD Fan LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1) 11 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 12 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_5_6) 13 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_3_4) 14 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_1_2) 15 System Panel Header (PANEL1) 16 RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1) 17 RGB LED Header (RGB_LED2) 18 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1) 19 Chassis...
... Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 3 CPU Fan / Waterpump Fan Connector (CPU_OPT/W_PUMP) 4 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1) 5 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2) 6 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 7 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_9_10) 8 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_7_8) 9 AMD LED Fan USB Header (USB_5) 10 AMD Fan LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1) 11 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 12 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_5_6) 13 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_3_4) 14 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_1_2) 15 System Panel Header (PANEL1) 16 RGB LED Header (RGB_LED1) 17 RGB LED Header (RGB_LED2) 18 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1) 19 Chassis...
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...Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you are using. In case any modifications of this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you for M.2 Socket (Optional) 5 English ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series Support CD • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x ASRock...
...Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you are using. In case any modifications of this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you for M.2 Socket (Optional) 5 English ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series Support CD • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x ASRock...
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Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series • 1 x Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control) * The Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan supports the water cooler fan of maximum 1.5A (18W) fan power. * CHA_FAN2 can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use. • 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector • 1 x AMD LED Fan USB Header • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection) • 2 x USB 3.0 Headers (...
Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4 Series • 1 x Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control) * The Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan supports the water cooler fan of maximum 1.5A (18W) fan power. * CHA_FAN2 can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use. • 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector • 1 x AMD LED Fan USB Header • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection) • 2 x USB 3.0 Headers (...
RAID Installation Guide
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For RAID disk size larger than 2TB, please refer to Way 2 (UEFI Mode for your USB flash drive. During system boot, press or key to finish the driver copy process. D. Follow instructions to enter UEFI setup utility. For 32bit OS, the driver is under /I386 directory. D. 1.3 Installing Windows® OS With RAID Functions If you install. 1.3.1 RAID Functions for AMD A85X, A75, A55 chipsets Way 1: Use legacy RAID ROM to create and configure the RAID disk. Set the "SATA Mode" option to exit. Click to save...
For RAID disk size larger than 2TB, please refer to Way 2 (UEFI Mode for your USB flash drive. During system boot, press or key to finish the driver copy process. D. Follow instructions to enter UEFI setup utility. For 32bit OS, the driver is under /I386 directory. D. 1.3 Installing Windows® OS With RAID Functions If you install. 1.3.1 RAID Functions for AMD A85X, A75, A55 chipsets Way 1: Use legacy RAID ROM to create and configure the RAID disk. Set the "SATA Mode" option to exit. Click to save...
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... RAID disk. Please select the correct driver for Windows® 8 64-bit / 8.1 64-bit / 10 64-bit only) Create and configure the RAID disk in BIOS setup. For 32bit OS, the driver is loaded, the RAID disk will be created in MBR mode which support IDE Combined Mode. *Due to the AMD A68H chipset limitation, please install the DVD-ROM into one of the SATA ports 1 ~ 4 and set the "SATA Mode" option back to in GPT mode to exit. B. E. B. Plug a USB drive into the DVD-ROM drive. B. After RAID driver...
... RAID disk. Please select the correct driver for Windows® 8 64-bit / 8.1 64-bit / 10 64-bit only) Create and configure the RAID disk in BIOS setup. For 32bit OS, the driver is loaded, the RAID disk will be created in MBR mode which support IDE Combined Mode. *Due to the AMD A68H chipset limitation, please install the DVD-ROM into one of the SATA ports 1 ~ 4 and set the "SATA Mode" option back to in GPT mode to exit. B. E. B. Plug a USB drive into the DVD-ROM drive. B. After RAID driver...
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... of RAIDXpert Installation Software RAIDXpert installation software will install two major components to your CD-ROM drive. 3. Boot the PC or server, launch Windows, and log in order to access RAIDXpert over the network. 2.3 Installing RAIDXpert Follow these steps to configure RAID functions by using RAIDXpert RAID management software under the same directory where RAIDXpert is an instruction for you must use one of the above on a network. Double-click...
... of RAIDXpert Installation Software RAIDXpert installation software will install two major components to your CD-ROM drive. 3. Boot the PC or server, launch Windows, and log in order to access RAIDXpert over the network. 2.3 Installing RAIDXpert Follow these steps to configure RAID functions by using RAIDXpert RAID management software under the same directory where RAIDXpert is an instruction for you must use one of the above on a network. Double-click...