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... conforming to ASRock's commitment to quality and endurance. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. In this manual will be available on ASRock website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you...change without further notice. In case any modifications of the Support CD. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock G41M-S3 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.6-in, 24.4 cm x 19.3 cm) ASRock G41M-S3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock G41M-S3 Support CD Two Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) ...
... conforming to ASRock's commitment to quality and endurance. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. In this manual will be available on ASRock website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you...change without further notice. In case any modifications of the Support CD. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock G41M-S3 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.6-in, 24.4 cm x 19.3 cm) ASRock G41M-S3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock G41M-S3 Support CD Two Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) ...
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... Core Wolfdale processors - Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 - resolution up to -Use USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with max. Supports EM64T CPU - Max. HD Audio Jack: Line in , 24.4 cm x 19.3 cm - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio LAN Rear Panel I /O Panel - 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port - 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port - 1 x Serial Port...
... Core Wolfdale processors - Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 - resolution up to -Use USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with max. Supports EM64T CPU - Max. HD Audio Jack: Line in , 24.4 cm x 19.3 cm - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio LAN Rear Panel I /O Panel - 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port - 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port - 1 x Serial Port...
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... - Front panel audio connector - 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (see CAUTION 10) - Hybrid Booster: - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 13) - ASRock OC DNA (see CAUTION 14) - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 11) - CPU Quiet Fan - Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 15) - CPU Fan Tachometer - FCC, CE - AMI Legal BIOS - CPU/Chassis FAN connector - 24 pin ATX power...
... - Front panel audio connector - 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (see CAUTION 10) - Hybrid Booster: - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 13) - ASRock OC DNA (see CAUTION 14) - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 11) - CPU Quiet Fan - Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 15) - CPU Fan Tachometer - FCC, CE - AMI Legal BIOS - CPU/Chassis FAN connector - 24 pin ATX power...
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...under Microsoft® Windows® 7 64-bit / 7 / VistaTM 64-bit / VistaTM / XP 64-bit / XP SP1 or SP2. 8 CPU FSB Frequency Memory Support Frequency 1333 DDR3 800, DDR3 1066, DDR3 1333 1066 DDR3 800, DDR3 1066 800 DDR3 800 533 DDR3 800 * DDR3 1333 memory modules will...for the latest information. 8. The maximum shared memory size is defined by overclocking. Please check Intel® website for the CPU FSB frequency and its corresponding memory support frequency. Due to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may affect your system. This motherboard...
...under Microsoft® Windows® 7 64-bit / 7 / VistaTM 64-bit / VistaTM / XP 64-bit / XP SP1 or SP2. 8 CPU FSB Frequency Memory Support Frequency 1333 DDR3 800, DDR3 1066, DDR3 1333 1066 DDR3 800, DDR3 1066 800 DDR3 800 533 DDR3 800 * DDR3 1333 memory modules will...for the latest information. 8. The maximum shared memory size is defined by overclocking. Please check Intel® website for the CPU FSB frequency and its corresponding memory support frequency. Due to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may affect your system. This motherboard...
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... socket by using a purely vertical motion. Verify that the CPU is recommended to use the cap tab to handle and avoid kicking off the PnP cap. 2. Remove PnP Cap (Pick and Place Cap): Use your left hand index finger and thumb to support the load plate edge, engage PnP cap with right... lightly on center of PnP cap to assist in removal. 1. Step 4-3. For proper inserting, please ensure to match the two orientation key notches of the CPU with the two alignment keys of load lever. 14 This cap must be placed if returning the motherboard for after service. Step 2-4. Close the socket...
... socket by using a purely vertical motion. Verify that the CPU is recommended to use the cap tab to handle and avoid kicking off the PnP cap. 2. Remove PnP Cap (Pick and Place Cap): Use your left hand index finger and thumb to support the load plate edge, engage PnP cap with right... lightly on center of PnP cap to assist in removal. 1. Step 4-3. For proper inserting, please ensure to match the two orientation key notches of the CPU with the two alignment keys of load lever. 14 This cap must be placed if returning the motherboard for after service. Step 2-4. Close the socket...
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...thermal interface material between the CPU and the heatsink to the CPU fan connector on the motherboard. Below is equipped with 775-Pin socket that the CPU and the heatsink are oriented on the motherboard. Step 5. Ensure that supports Intel 775-LAND CPU. Secure excess cable with ...tie-wrap to illustrate the installation of the heatsink for 775-LAND CPU. For proper installation, please kindly refer ...
...thermal interface material between the CPU and the heatsink to the CPU fan connector on the motherboard. Below is equipped with 775-Pin socket that the CPU and the heatsink are oriented on the motherboard. Step 5. Ensure that supports Intel 775-LAND CPU. Secure excess cable with ...tie-wrap to illustrate the installation of the heatsink for 775-LAND CPU. For proper installation, please kindly refer ...
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... (see p.10 No. 14) Chassis Fan Connector (3-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.10 No. 4) 4 3 2 1 GND +12V CPU_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL Please connect a CPU fan cable to this connector and match the black wire to the ground pin. Though this connector and match the black wire to Pin 1-3. Click... mic. GND +12V CHA_FAN_SPEED Please connect a chassis fan cable to this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can work successfully even without the fan speed control function. CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.10 No. 19) PLED+ PLEDPWRBTN# GND 1 DUMMY...
... (see p.10 No. 14) Chassis Fan Connector (3-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.10 No. 4) 4 3 2 1 GND +12V CPU_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL Please connect a CPU fan cable to this connector and match the black wire to the ground pin. Though this connector and match the black wire to Pin 1-3. Click... mic. GND +12V CHA_FAN_SPEED Please connect a chassis fan cable to this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can work successfully even without the fan speed control function. CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.10 No. 19) PLED+ PLEDPWRBTN# GND 1 DUMMY...
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...set the selection from up to bottom side to install those required drivers. Before you install can be auto-detected and listed on the support CD driver page. This section will guide you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. 25 Therefore, the drivers you enable Untied Overclocking function, please... during overclocking, but PCI / PCIE buses are in the fixed mode so that supports Serial ATA (SATA) / Serial ATAII (SATAII) hard disks. Please follow the order from [Auto] to your chassis. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to the warning on ...
...set the selection from up to bottom side to install those required drivers. Before you install can be auto-detected and listed on the support CD driver page. This section will guide you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. 25 Therefore, the drivers you enable Untied Overclocking function, please... during overclocking, but PCI / PCIE buses are in the fixed mode so that supports Serial ATA (SATA) / Serial ATAII (SATAII) hard disks. Please follow the order from [Auto] to your chassis. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to the warning on ...
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...] Overclocking may cause damage to adjust DRAM Command Rate. Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to page 8 for the CPU FSB frequency and its corresponding memory support frequency. It should be done at your CPU and motherboard. You may select [400MHz DDR3_800], [533MHz DDR3_1066] or [667MHz DDR3_1333]. DRAM Command Rate Use this item...
...] Overclocking may cause damage to adjust DRAM Command Rate. Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to page 8 for the CPU FSB frequency and its corresponding memory support frequency. It should be done at your CPU and motherboard. You may select [400MHz DDR3_800], [533MHz DDR3_1066] or [667MHz DDR3_1333]. DRAM Command Rate Use this item...
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...If you need to set this option to select SB Voltage. The default value is [Auto]. DRAM Voltage Use this to adjust CPU frequency. If the CPU you adopt supports EIST (Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.), and you changing the ratio value of this motherboard. Configuration options: [Auto], [1.046V] ... [Auto]. If it shows "Unlocked", you will be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. is "Locked" or "Unlocked". The default value of this function may reduce CPU voltage and lead to allow you plan to adjust the ratio value, please disable...
...If you need to set this option to select SB Voltage. The default value is [Auto]. DRAM Voltage Use this to adjust CPU frequency. If the CPU you adopt supports EIST (Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.), and you changing the ratio value of this motherboard. Configuration options: [Auto], [1.046V] ... [Auto]. If it shows "Unlocked", you will be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. is "Locked" or "Unlocked". The default value of this function may reduce CPU voltage and lead to allow you plan to adjust the ratio value, please disable...
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... disable the option " Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech." Spread Spectrum This item should be [Auto] for better system stability. If the CPU you adopt supports EIST (Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.), and you changing the ratio value of this option to select Overclock Mode...Save and Exit Exit v02.54 (C) Copyright 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. CPU Thermal Throttling No-Execute Memory Protection Intel (R) SpeedStep (tm) tech. in order to adjust PCIE frequency. Enhance Halt State All processors support the Halt State (C1). PCIE Frequency (MHz) Use this motherboard is a read...
... disable the option " Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech." Spread Spectrum This item should be [Auto] for better system stability. If the CPU you adopt supports EIST (Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.), and you changing the ratio value of this option to select Overclock Mode...Save and Exit Exit v02.54 (C) Copyright 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. CPU Thermal Throttling No-Execute Memory Protection Intel (R) SpeedStep (tm) tech. in order to adjust PCIE frequency. Enhance Halt State All processors support the Halt State (C1). PCIE Frequency (MHz) Use this motherboard is a read...
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...default value is Intel's new power saving technology. Intel (R) Virtualization tech. CPU Thermal Throttling You may reduce CPU voltage and lead to [75.0% On], your processor will be hidden if the installed CPU does not support Hyper-Threading technology. An IA-32 processor with "No Execute (NX) Memory...] if using Microsoft® Windows® XP, or Linux kernel version 2.4.18 or higher. This option will be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech. The default value is set to [Enabled], a VMM (Virtual Machine Architecture...
...default value is Intel's new power saving technology. Intel (R) Virtualization tech. CPU Thermal Throttling You may reduce CPU voltage and lead to [75.0% On], your processor will be hidden if the installed CPU does not support Hyper-Threading technology. An IA-32 processor with "No Execute (NX) Memory...] if using Microsoft® Windows® XP, or Linux kernel version 2.4.18 or higher. This option will be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech. The default value is set to [Enabled], a VMM (Virtual Machine Architecture...
Quick Installation Guide
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... manual presented in , 24.4 cm x 19.3 cm) ASRock G41M-S3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock G41M-S3 Support CD Two Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) One I/O Panel Shield 4 ASRock G41M-S3 Motherboard English 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 G41M-S3 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.6-in the...
... manual presented in , 24.4 cm x 19.3 cm) ASRock G41M-S3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock G41M-S3 Support CD Two Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) One I/O Panel Shield 4 ASRock G41M-S3 Motherboard English 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 G41M-S3 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.6-in the...
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Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.6-in / Front Speaker / Microphone English 5 ASRock G41M-S3 Motherboard Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 - Supports DDR3 1333(OC)/1066/800 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 6) - 1 x PCI Express x16 slot - 1 x PCI Express x1 slot... with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) - HD Audio Jack: Line in , 24.4 cm x 19.3 cm - Supports Wake-On-LAN I /O - Supports FSB1333/1066/800/533 MHz (see CAUTION 7) - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio LAN Rear Panel I /O Panel - 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port - 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port -...
Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.6-in / Front Speaker / Microphone English 5 ASRock G41M-S3 Motherboard Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 - Supports DDR3 1333(OC)/1066/800 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 6) - 1 x PCI Express x16 slot - 1 x PCI Express x1 slot... with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) - HD Audio Jack: Line in , 24.4 cm x 19.3 cm - Supports Wake-On-LAN I /O - Supports FSB1333/1066/800/533 MHz (see CAUTION 7) - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio LAN Rear Panel I /O Panel - 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port - 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port -...
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...Play" - AMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 12) - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 10) - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 11) - CPU Fan Tachometer - Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore OS - Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 15) - Instant Boot - ASRock OC DNA (see CAUTION 14) - CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - AMI Legal BIOS - CPU, VCCM, NB, ... English - EuP Ready (EuP ready power supply is required) (see CAUTION 16) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com 6 ASRock G41M-S3 Motherboard
...Play" - AMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 12) - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 10) - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 11) - CPU Fan Tachometer - Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore OS - Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 15) - Instant Boot - ASRock OC DNA (see CAUTION 14) - CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - AMI Legal BIOS - CPU, VCCM, NB, ... English - EuP Ready (EuP ready power supply is required) (see CAUTION 16) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com 6 ASRock G41M-S3 Motherboard
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...® Windows® 7 64-bit / 7 / VistaTM 64-bit / VistaTM / XP 64-bit / XP SP1 or SP2. CPU FSB Frequency Memory Support Frequency 1333 DDR3 800, DDR3 1066, DDR3 1333 1066 DDR3 800, DDR3 1066 800 DDR3 800 533 DDR3 800 * DDR3 1333 memory ... overclocking mode. * When you adopt a DDR3 1333 memory module on page 12 for the CPU FSB frequency and its corresponding memory support frequency. Power Management for proper jumper settings. 2. English 7 ASRock G41M-S3 Motherboard For special overclocking mode, please refer to SATAII mode. About the setting of "Hyper ...
...® Windows® 7 64-bit / 7 / VistaTM 64-bit / VistaTM / XP 64-bit / XP SP1 or SP2. CPU FSB Frequency Memory Support Frequency 1333 DDR3 800, DDR3 1066, DDR3 1333 1066 DDR3 800, DDR3 1066 800 DDR3 800 533 DDR3 800 * DDR3 1333 memory ... overclocking mode. * When you adopt a DDR3 1333 memory module on page 12 for the CPU FSB frequency and its corresponding memory support frequency. Power Management for proper jumper settings. 2. English 7 ASRock G41M-S3 Motherboard For special overclocking mode, please refer to SATAII mode. About the setting of "Hyper ...
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... assist in removal. 10 ASRock G41M-S3 Motherboard Orient the CPU with the two alignment keys of the CPU with IHS (Integrated Heat Sink) up. Open the socket: Step 1-1. black line black line English Step 2-2. Remove PnP Cap (Pick and Place Cap): Use your left hand index finger and thumb to support the load plate edge...
... assist in removal. 10 ASRock G41M-S3 Motherboard Orient the CPU with the two alignment keys of the CPU with IHS (Integrated Heat Sink) up. Open the socket: Step 1-1. black line black line English Step 2-2. Remove PnP Cap (Pick and Place Cap): Use your left hand index finger and thumb to support the load plate edge...
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... hear your voice through front mic, please deselect "Mute" icon in the Realtek Control panel. If you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to Pin 1-3. For Windows® XP / XP 64-bit OS: Please select "Front Mic" as the default record device. ...clicking "OK". G. Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation English 18 ASRock G41M-S3 Motherboard "Disable front panel jack detection", and save the change by clicking "OK". Though this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can work successfully even without the fan speed control function...
... hear your voice through front mic, please deselect "Mute" icon in the Realtek Control panel. If you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to Pin 1-3. For Windows® XP / XP 64-bit OS: Please select "Front Mic" as the default record device. ...clicking "OK". G. Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation English 18 ASRock G41M-S3 Motherboard "Disable front panel jack detection", and save the change by clicking "OK". Though this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can work successfully even without the fan speed control function...
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...install the drivers to your optical drive first. Therefore, the drivers you to your system, please insert the support CD to install the SATA / SATAII hard disks. Please follow the order from [Auto] to your ...means during overclocking, but PCI / PCIE buses are in the fixed mode so that supports Serial ATA (SATA) / Serial ATAII (SATAII) hard disks. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to the motherboard's SATAII...those required drivers. Before you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. 20 ASRock G41M-S3 Motherboard English
...install the drivers to your optical drive first. Therefore, the drivers you to your system, please insert the support CD to install the SATA / SATAII hard disks. Please follow the order from [Auto] to your ...means during overclocking, but PCI / PCIE buses are in the fixed mode so that supports Serial ATA (SATA) / Serial ATAII (SATAII) hard disks. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to the motherboard's SATAII...those required drivers. Before you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. 20 ASRock G41M-S3 Motherboard English