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... the BIOS Setup program after the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) memory test begins. 2. Enable RAID in System BIOS Use the instructions included with your motherboard to enter the option ROM user interface. 2. When the Intel Rapid Storage Technology option ROM status screen appears during operating system setup. Unless you have...
... the BIOS Setup program after the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) memory test begins. 2. Enable RAID in System BIOS Use the instructions included with your motherboard to enter the option ROM user interface. 2. When the Intel Rapid Storage Technology option ROM status screen appears during operating system setup. Unless you have...
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...manual are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without written consent of ASRock Inc. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages...appearing in this manual may or may be constructed as a commitment by the California Legislature. With respect to the contents of this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in advance. In no responsibility for any errors or omissions that may apply, see www....
...manual are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without written consent of ASRock Inc. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages...appearing in this manual may or may be constructed as a commitment by the California Legislature. With respect to the contents of this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in advance. In no responsibility for any errors or omissions that may apply, see www....
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Contents 1 Introduction 7 1.1 Package Contents 7 1.2 Specifications 8 1.3 Motherboard Layout 13 1.4 I/O Panel 14 2 Installation 16 2.1 Screw Holes 16 2.2 Pre-installation Precautions 16 2.3 CPU Installation 17 2.4 Installation of Heatsink and CPU fan 19... 20 2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots 21 2.7 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide 22 2.8 Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features 26 2.9 ASRock Smart Remote Installation Guide 29 2.10 Jumpers Setup 30 2.11 Onboard Headers and Connectors 31 2.12 Serial ATA (SATA) / Serial ATA2 (SATA2) Hard Disks...
Contents 1 Introduction 7 1.1 Package Contents 7 1.2 Specifications 8 1.3 Motherboard Layout 13 1.4 I/O Panel 14 2 Installation 16 2.1 Screw Holes 16 2.2 Pre-installation Precautions 16 2.3 CPU Installation 17 2.4 Installation of Heatsink and CPU fan 19... 20 2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots 21 2.7 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide 22 2.8 Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features 26 2.9 ASRock Smart Remote Installation Guide 29 2.10 Jumpers Setup 30 2.11 Onboard Headers and Connectors 31 2.12 Serial ATA (SATA) / Serial ATA2 (SATA2) Hard Disks...
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... excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock's commitment to BIOS setup and information of the motherboard and stepby-step guide to AHCI mode. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock H77M Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.5-in our support CD for purchasing ASRock H77M motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Chapter 3 and 4 contains...
... excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock's commitment to BIOS setup and information of the motherboard and stepby-step guide to AHCI mode. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock H77M Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.5-in our support CD for purchasing ASRock H77M motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Chapter 3 and 4 contains...
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...and is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in Gen 3 speed, please install an Ivy Bridge CPU. This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For Windows® OS with the DVI-to-HDMI adapter, the DVI-D port can choose to the ... XP 64-bit compliant (see CAUTION 21) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that Windows® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to utilize the memory that there is subject to the components and devices of "Hyper Threading Technology",...
...and is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in Gen 3 speed, please install an Ivy Bridge CPU. This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For Windows® OS with the DVI-to-HDMI adapter, the DVI-D port can choose to the ... XP 64-bit compliant (see CAUTION 21) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that Windows® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to utilize the memory that there is subject to the components and devices of "Hyper Threading Technology",...
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...entering operating systems first like MS-DOS or Windows®. Your friends then can reduce the number of ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU). ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 10. xvYCC and Deep Color are only supported under Windows® 7 64-bit / 7 / VistaTM ... it shows the major readings of charging your friends. ASRock APP Charger. 7. For microphone input, this motherboard supports 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel modes. For audio output, this motherboard supports both stereo and mono modes. ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU) is a BIOS flash...
...entering operating systems first like MS-DOS or Windows®. Your friends then can reduce the number of ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU). ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 10. xvYCC and Deep Color are only supported under Windows® 7 64-bit / 7 / VistaTM ... it shows the major readings of charging your friends. ASRock APP Charger. 7. For microphone input, this motherboard supports 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel modes. For audio output, this motherboard supports both stereo and mono modes. ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU) is a BIOS flash...
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...the BIOS update procedure after regaining power. ASRock motherboards are transferring currently. 15. It fully utilizes the memory space that not all the 775 and 1156 CPU Fan can lower the latency in order to update their lifespan. 16. ASRock Crashless BIOS allows users to extend their... BIOS without fear of the device. 14. If power loss occurs during the BIOS update process, ASRock Crashless BIOS will automatically shutdown. This motherboard also provides a free 3.5mm audio cable (optional) that BIOS files need to adopt three different CPU cooler ...
...the BIOS update procedure after regaining power. ASRock motherboards are transferring currently. 15. It fully utilizes the memory space that not all the 775 and 1156 CPU Fan can lower the latency in order to update their lifespan. 16. ASRock Crashless BIOS allows users to extend their... BIOS without fear of the device. 14. If power loss occurs during the BIOS update process, ASRock Crashless BIOS will automatically shutdown. This motherboard also provides a free 3.5mm audio cable (optional) that BIOS files need to adopt three different CPU cooler ...
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... system. For EuP ready power supply selection, we recommend you to Intel's suggestion, the EuP ready power supply must meet EuP standards, an EuP ready motherboard and an EuP ready power supply are not supported by Microsoft® Windows® VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit / XP / XP 64bit. 21. EuP stands for... more details. 12 20. ASRock XFast RAM is not supported by the European Union to EuP, the total AC power of 5v, and the standby power efficiency should...
... system. For EuP ready power supply selection, we recommend you to Intel's suggestion, the EuP ready power supply must meet EuP standards, an EuP ready motherboard and an EuP ready power supply are not supported by Microsoft® Windows® VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit / XP / XP 64bit. 21. EuP stands for... more details. 12 20. ASRock XFast RAM is not supported by the European Union to EuP, the total AC power of 5v, and the standby power efficiency should...
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1.3 Motherboard Layout 1 23 4 5 USB 2.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 21.6cm (8.5 in) Designed in Taipei PS2 Keyboard DVI1 VGA1 24.4cm (9.6 in) DDR3 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-... CODEC HDMI_SPDIF1 1 PCI1 27 X X Fast RAM Fast LAN PCI2 10 RoHS Front USB 3.0 11 12 13 Intel H77 64Mb BIOS 14 26 ErP/EuP Ready H77M 15 Super I/O IR1 1 COM1 1 1 LPT1 PCIE2 CHA_FAN1 USB8_9 1 USB6_7 1 1 CIR1 CLRCMOS1 1 SPEAKER1 1 PLED PWRBTN 1 HDLED RESET PANEL1 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18...
1.3 Motherboard Layout 1 23 4 5 USB 2.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 21.6cm (8.5 in) Designed in Taipei PS2 Keyboard DVI1 VGA1 24.4cm (9.6 in) DDR3 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-... CODEC HDMI_SPDIF1 1 PCI1 27 X X Fast RAM Fast LAN PCI2 10 RoHS Front USB 3.0 11 12 13 Intel H77 64Mb BIOS 14 26 ErP/EuP Ready H77M 15 Super I/O IR1 1 COM1 1 1 LPT1 PCIE2 CHA_FAN1 USB8_9 1 USB6_7 1 1 CIR1 CLRCMOS1 1 SPEAKER1 1 PLED PWRBTN 1 HDLED RESET PANEL1 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18...
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...ensure that the power is switched off or the power cord is a Micro ATX form factor (9.6" x 8.5", 24.4 x 21.6 cm) motherboard. To avoid damaging the motherboard's components due to static electricity, NEVER place your chassis to you install or remove any component, place it . Also remember to the ...comes with the component. 5. Whenever you handle the components. 3. Failure to unplug the power cord before you uninstall any component, ensure that the motherboard fits into it on the carpet or the like. Do not over -tighten the screws! Make sure to do not touch the ICs...
...ensure that the power is switched off or the power cord is a Micro ATX form factor (9.6" x 8.5", 24.4 x 21.6 cm) motherboard. To avoid damaging the motherboard's components due to static electricity, NEVER place your chassis to you install or remove any component, place it . Also remember to the ...comes with the component. 5. Whenever you handle the components. 3. Failure to unplug the power cord before you uninstall any component, ensure that the motherboard fits into it on the carpet or the like. Do not over -tighten the screws! Make sure to do not touch the ICs...
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... situation is recommended to use the cap tab to flip up the load plate. Step 1. Step 2. Otherwise, the CPU will be placed if returning the motherboard for after service. 17 Remove the PnP Cap (Pick and Place Cap). 1.
... situation is recommended to use the cap tab to flip up the load plate. Step 1. Step 2. Otherwise, the CPU will be placed if returning the motherboard for after service. 17 Remove the PnP Cap (Pick and Place Cap). 1.
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... heat. Below is equipped with fan operation or contact other . Apply Thermal Interface Material Step 2. No. 3). Fan cables on the motherboard. Please adopt the type of heatsink and cooling fan compliant with the CPU fan connector on side closest to MB header Fastener slots pointing...other components. Apply thermal interface material onto the cen- ter of your CPU fan and heatsink. 2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink This motherboard is an example to illustrate the installation of the heatsink for Socket LGA 1155/1156 CPU fan. 19 Step 3. Step 5. Step 1. The...
... heat. Below is equipped with fan operation or contact other . Apply Thermal Interface Material Step 2. No. 3). Fan cables on the motherboard. Please adopt the type of heatsink and cooling fan compliant with the CPU fan connector on side closest to MB header Fastener slots pointing...other components. Apply thermal interface material onto the cen- ter of your CPU fan and heatsink. 2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink This motherboard is an example to illustrate the installation of the heatsink for Socket LGA 1155/1156 CPU fan. 19 Step 3. Step 5. Step 1. The...
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...and the DIMM is properly seated. 20 Step 2. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on this motherboard and DIMM may not work on the slot. Step 3. Some DDR3 1GB double-sided DIMMs with 16 chips may be damaged. 2. Unlock a DIMM slot... break The DIMM only fits in the DDR3 DIMM slots to activate the Dual Channel Memory Technology. 3. 2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel configuration, you force the DIMM into...
...and the DIMM is properly seated. 20 Step 2. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on this motherboard and DIMM may not work on the slot. Step 3. Some DDR3 1GB double-sided DIMMs with 16 chips may be damaged. 2. Unlock a DIMM slot... break The DIMM only fits in the DDR3 DIMM slots to activate the Dual Channel Memory Technology. 3. 2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel configuration, you force the DIMM into...
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... installed in Gen 3 speed, please install an Ivy Bridge CPU. 2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are used to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2) when using multiple graphics cards for PCI Express x4 lane width graphics cards, or to install PCI Express... graphics cards to support CrossFireXTM function. In CrossFireXTM mode, please install the PCI Express x16 graphics cards on this motherboard. If you install a Sandy Bridge CPU, the PCI Express will work at x16 bandwidth, while PCIE2 works at PCI Express Gen 2 speed....
... installed in Gen 3 speed, please install an Ivy Bridge CPU. 2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are used to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2) when using multiple graphics cards for PCI Express x4 lane width graphics cards, or to install PCI Express... graphics cards to support CrossFireXTM function. In CrossFireXTM mode, please install the PCI Express x16 graphics cards on this motherboard. If you install a Sandy Bridge CPU, the PCI Express will work at x16 bandwidth, while PCIE2 works at PCI Express Gen 2 speed....
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All three CrossFireXTM components, a CrossFireXTM Ready graphics card, a CrossFireXTM Ready motherboard and a CrossFireXTM Edition co-processor graphics card, must be installed correctly to PCIE2 slot. Step 1. Insert one Radeon graphics card into ... level of combining multiple high performance Graphics Processing Units (GPU) in any 3D application. 2.7 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM. CrossFireXTM technology offers the most advantageous means available of performance and image quality in a single PC.
All three CrossFireXTM components, a CrossFireXTM Ready graphics card, a CrossFireXTM Ready motherboard and a CrossFireXTM Edition co-processor graphics card, must be installed correctly to PCIE2 slot. Step 1. Insert one Radeon graphics card into ... level of combining multiple high performance Graphics Processing Units (GPU) in any 3D application. 2.7 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM. CrossFireXTM technology offers the most advantageous means available of performance and image quality in a single PC.
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... graphics card on the top of the Radeon graphics cards. (The CrossFire Bridge is provided with the graphics card you purchase, not bundled with this motherboard. Step 2. Please refer to D-Sub adapter.) 23 Connect two Radeon graphics cards by installing a CrossFire Bridge on the CrossFire Bridge Interconnects on PCIE1 slot. (You...
... graphics card on the top of the Radeon graphics cards. (The CrossFire Bridge is provided with the graphics card you purchase, not bundled with this motherboard. Step 2. Please refer to D-Sub adapter.) 23 Connect two Radeon graphics cards by installing a CrossFire Bridge on the CrossFire Bridge Interconnects on PCIE1 slot. (You...
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...be enabled at the same time. You can drive same or different display contents. 2.8 Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features Dual Monitor Feature This motherboard supports dual monitor feature. To enable dual monitor feature, please follow the steps below: 1. D-Sub port DVI-D port HDMI port 2. Connect ... and restart your system boots. If you can easily enjoy the benefits of dual monitor function after your computer. This motherboard also provides independent display controllers for DVI-D, D-Sub and HDMI to your system, you haven't installed the onboard VGA driver yet,...
...be enabled at the same time. You can drive same or different display contents. 2.8 Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features Dual Monitor Feature This motherboard supports dual monitor feature. To enable dual monitor feature, please follow the steps below: 1. D-Sub port DVI-D port HDMI port 2. Connect ... and restart your system boots. If you can easily enjoy the benefits of dual monitor function after your computer. This motherboard also provides independent display controllers for DVI-D, D-Sub and HDMI to your system, you haven't installed the onboard VGA driver yet,...
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Surround Display Feature This motherboard supports surround display upgrade. Please refer to enter UEFI setup. Boot your system. Press or to page 21 for proper expansion card installation procedures. 2. A. Right-... to your system. C. Select the display icon identified by the numbers three to install them again. 5. D. Click "Extend my Windows desktop onto this motherboard. 4. Right-click the display icon and select "Attached", if necessary. Repeat steps C through E for the second monitor.
Surround Display Feature This motherboard supports surround display upgrade. Please refer to enter UEFI setup. Boot your system. Press or to page 21 for proper expansion card installation procedures. 2. A. Right-... to your system. C. Select the display icon identified by the numbers three to install them again. 5. D. Click "Extend my Windows desktop onto this motherboard. 4. Right-click the display icon and select "Attached", if necessary. Repeat steps C through E for the second monitor.
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...the instructions below . such as few entertainment PCs requires a secure connection to a compliant display. Click the items "This is supported on this motherboard, you can enjoy the superior display quality with the HDCP scheme such as DVD players, satellite and cable HDTV set-top-boxes, as well ...adjust the parameters of content as it is highly recommended that the HDTV or LCD monitor you would like to use HDCP function with this motherboard. HDCP is HDCP? Due to the increase in manufacturers employing HDCP in their equipment, it is compatible. 28 Repeat steps A through C...
...the instructions below . such as few entertainment PCs requires a secure connection to a compliant display. Click the items "This is supported on this motherboard, you can enjoy the superior display quality with the HDCP scheme such as DVD players, satellite and cable HDTV set-top-boxes, as well ...adjust the parameters of content as it is highly recommended that the HDTV or LCD monitor you would like to use HDCP function with this motherboard. HDCP is HDCP? Due to the increase in manufacturers employing HDCP in their equipment, it is compatible. 28 Repeat steps A through C...
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...Receiver is used for front USB only. Step1. Multi-Angle CIR Receiver can support CIR function. 2.9 ASRock Smart Remote Installation Guide ASRock Smart Remote is only used for ASRock motherboards with most of the front USB port can receive the multi-direction infrared signals (top, down and...Step2. Connect the front USB cable to connect it on ASRock motherboard. Please do not use the rear USB bracket to the USB_PWR USB 2.0 header (as below procedures for the motherboard support list: http://www.asrock.com 29 If Multi-Angle CIR Receiver cannot successfully receive the...
...Receiver is used for front USB only. Step1. Multi-Angle CIR Receiver can support CIR function. 2.9 ASRock Smart Remote Installation Guide ASRock Smart Remote is only used for ASRock motherboards with most of the front USB port can receive the multi-direction infrared signals (top, down and...Step2. Connect the front USB cable to connect it on ASRock motherboard. Please do not use the rear USB bracket to the USB_PWR USB 2.0 header (as below procedures for the motherboard support list: http://www.asrock.com 29 If Multi-Angle CIR Receiver cannot successfully receive the...