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.... 4. Select the appropriate number of hard drives and press Space to select the drive. Enable RAID in System BIOS Use the instructions included with your motherboard to enable RAID in the system BIOS, a RAID volume must be created, and the F6 installation method must be used to load the Intel®...the up or down arrow keys to select the strip size and press Enter. 5. Press Enter to save the BIOS settings and exit the BIOS Setup program. Click F2 or Delete to enter the BIOS Setup program after the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) memory test begins. 2. When finished press Enter. 12 How...
.... 4. Select the appropriate number of hard drives and press Space to select the drive. Enable RAID in System BIOS Use the instructions included with your motherboard to enable RAID in the system BIOS, a RAID volume must be created, and the F6 installation method must be used to load the Intel®...the up or down arrow keys to select the strip size and press Enter. 5. Press Enter to save the BIOS settings and exit the BIOS Setup program. Click F2 or Delete to enter the BIOS Setup program after the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) memory test begins. 2. When finished press Enter. 12 How...
RAID Installation Guide
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...; 8.1 / 8.1 64-bit / 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit With RAID Functions 7 2.4 Configuring a RAID array 8 2.4.1 Configuring a RAID array Using UEFI Setup Utility....... 9 2.4.2 Configuring a RAID array Using Intel RAID BIOS....... 13 3. Installing Windows® on a HDD larger than 2TB in RAID mode 17 4. Guide to SATA Hard Disks Installation and RAID Configuration 1.
...; 8.1 / 8.1 64-bit / 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit With RAID Functions 7 2.4 Configuring a RAID array 8 2.4.1 Configuring a RAID array Using UEFI Setup Utility....... 9 2.4.2 Configuring a RAID array Using Intel RAID BIOS....... 13 3. Installing Windows® on a HDD larger than 2TB in RAID mode 17 4. Guide to SATA Hard Disks Installation and RAID Configuration 1.
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...SATA Mode Selection to complete the process. Please note that this document for all models A. Follow the onscreen instruction to [RAID]. STEP 2: Use ASRock Easy RAID Installer Easy RAID Installer can copy the RAID driver from a support CD to confirm the selection C. Press [Enter] to your USB ...3: Set RAID configuration Please refer to save your change before setting your SATA / SATA2 / SATA3 HDDs with just one simple click in the BIOS before you want to enter BIOS setup utility. 2.3 Installing Windows® 8.1 / 8.1 64-bit / 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit With RAID Functions If you...
...SATA Mode Selection to complete the process. Please note that this document for all models A. Follow the onscreen instruction to [RAID]. STEP 2: Use ASRock Easy RAID Installer Easy RAID Installer can copy the RAID driver from a support CD to confirm the selection C. Press [Enter] to your USB ...3: Set RAID configuration Please refer to save your change before setting your SATA / SATA2 / SATA3 HDDs with just one simple click in the BIOS before you want to enter BIOS setup utility. 2.3 Installing Windows® 8.1 / 8.1 64-bit / 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit With RAID Functions If you...
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2.4 Configuring a RAID array You can configure a RAID array using either UEFI Setup Utility or Intel® RAID BIOS setup utility, depending on the HDD capacity and the OS you are installing. Please refer to the table below to choose the corresponding...Not supported Option ROM Setting UEFI SETUP UTILITY\Boot\ CSM [Launch Storage n/a OpROM policy] = [UEFI only] Required RAID Utility UEFI Setup Utility Intel® RAID BIOS setup utility OS HDD Capacity Ultra Fast Boot Windows 8.1 / 8 Under 2.2 Over 2.2 TB TB Over 2.2 TB Enabled Enabled Disabled Under 2.2 TB Disabled UEFI SETUP...
2.4 Configuring a RAID array You can configure a RAID array using either UEFI Setup Utility or Intel® RAID BIOS setup utility, depending on the HDD capacity and the OS you are installing. Please refer to the table below to choose the corresponding...Not supported Option ROM Setting UEFI SETUP UTILITY\Boot\ CSM [Launch Storage n/a OpROM policy] = [UEFI only] Required RAID Utility UEFI Setup Utility Intel® RAID BIOS setup utility OS HDD Capacity Ultra Fast Boot Windows 8.1 / 8 Under 2.2 Over 2.2 TB TB Over 2.2 TB Enabled Enabled Disabled Under 2.2 TB Disabled UEFI SETUP...
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Press . Volume0 13 Create RAID Volume window appears. In the Create Volume Menu, under Name item, please key-in a unique name with 1-16 letters for your computer. Then, the Intel RAID Utility - 2.4.2 Configuring a RAID array Using Intel RAID BIOS Reboot your RAID volume then press . Wait until you see the RAID software prompting you to press .
Press . Volume0 13 Create RAID Volume window appears. In the Create Volume Menu, under Name item, please key-in a unique name with 1-16 letters for your computer. Then, the Intel RAID Utility - 2.4.2 Configuring a RAID array Using Intel RAID BIOS Reboot your RAID volume then press . Wait until you see the RAID software prompting you to press .
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If you want to create an extra RAID partition, please use the RAID utility under BIOS RAID environment. If you install OS. Press to create one RAID partition at a time under Windows environment to configure RAID functions after you want to delete a RAID volume, please select the option Delete RAID Volume, press , and then follow the instructions on the screen. 16 After the completion, you will see the detailed information about the RAID that you set up. Please note that you are only allowed to complete the setup of RAID.
If you want to create an extra RAID partition, please use the RAID utility under BIOS RAID environment. If you install OS. Press to create one RAID partition at a time under Windows environment to configure RAID functions after you want to delete a RAID volume, please select the option Delete RAID Volume, press , and then follow the instructions on the screen. 16 After the completion, you will see the detailed information about the RAID that you set up. Please note that you are only allowed to complete the setup of RAID.
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3. Installing Windows® on a HDD under 2TB in RAID mode After the UEFI and RAID BIOS setup you may start installing Windows® 8.1 / 8.1 64-bit / 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit OS as usual. 17
3. Installing Windows® on a HDD under 2TB in RAID mode After the UEFI and RAID BIOS setup you may start installing Windows® 8.1 / 8.1 64-bit / 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit OS as usual. 17
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... and choose the item "UEFI:" to use Windows® 7 64-bit, Windows® 8 64bit, or Windows® 8.1 64-bit. After the UEFI and RAID BIOS setup, please follow the steps below. Installing Windows® on a HDD larger than 2TB in RAID mode Windows® 7 / 8 / 8.1 does not support HDD's...2TB. 4. STEP 1: Copy Intel® RAID drivers into a USB flash disk You can download the drivers from ASRock's website and unzip the files into a USB flash disk or copy the files from ASRock's motherboard support CD. (Please copy the files under the following directory: 32 bit: ..\i386\Win7_Intel.. 64-bit:...
... and choose the item "UEFI:" to use Windows® 7 64-bit, Windows® 8 64bit, or Windows® 8.1 64-bit. After the UEFI and RAID BIOS setup, please follow the steps below. Installing Windows® on a HDD larger than 2TB in RAID mode Windows® 7 / 8 / 8.1 does not support HDD's...2TB. 4. STEP 1: Copy Intel® RAID drivers into a USB flash disk You can download the drivers from ASRock's website and unzip the files into a USB flash disk or copy the files from ASRock's motherboard support CD. (Please copy the files under the following directory: 32 bit: ..\i386\Win7_Intel.. 64-bit:...
User Manual
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... Connectors 18 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 22 3.1 Installing Drivers 22 3.2 A-Tuning 23 3.3 Intel® Rapid Start Technology 29 3.4 Intel® Smart Connect Technology 34 3.5 ASRock Cloud 39 3.6 ASRock APP Shop 49 3.6.1 UI Overview 49 3.6.2 Apps 50...
... Connectors 18 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 22 3.1 Installing Drivers 22 3.2 A-Tuning 23 3.3 Intel® Rapid Start Technology 29 3.4 Intel® Smart Connect Technology 34 3.5 ASRock Cloud 39 3.6 ASRock APP Shop 49 3.6.1 UI Overview 49 3.6.2 Apps 50...
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... and utilities. Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the content of this documentation will be subject to change without further notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock H97M Anniversary Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) • ASRock H97M Anniversary Quick Installation Guide • ASRock H97M Anniversary Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables...
... and utilities. Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the content of this documentation will be subject to change without further notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock H97M Anniversary Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) • ASRock H97M Anniversary Quick Installation Guide • ASRock H97M Anniversary Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables...
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... ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com English 4 ment Hardware Monitor • CPU/Chassis temperature sensing • CPU/Chassis Fan Tachometer • CPU/...x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection)) • 1 x USB 3.0 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection)) BIOS Feature • 64Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with multilingual GUI support • ACPI 1.1 Compliant wake up events •...
... ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com English 4 ment Hardware Monitor • CPU/Chassis temperature sensing • CPU/Chassis Fan Tachometer • CPU/...x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection)) • 1 x USB 3.0 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.0 ports) (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection)) BIOS Feature • 64Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with multilingual GUI support • ACPI 1.1 Compliant wake up events •...
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... memory that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using thirdparty overclocking tools. You can use . 5 English H97M Anniversary Please realize that Windows® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. It should...
... memory that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using thirdparty overclocking tools. You can use . 5 English H97M Anniversary Please realize that Windows® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. It should...
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... B: USB1 USB 3.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 USB3_2_3 1 USB 2.0 T: USB2 Top: RJ-45 B: USB3 LAN CPU_FAN1 RoHS CMOS Battery 1 CLRCMOS1 Front USB 3.0 PCIE1 PCI Express 3.0 Audio CODEC PCIE2 H97M Anniversary Intel Super I/O H97 PCIE3 HD_AUDIO1 1 1 TPMS1 USB4_5 USB6_7 1 1 CI1 1 SATA_5 64Mb BIOS SPEAKER1 1 PLED PWRBTN 1 HDLED RESET PANEL1 CHA_FAN1 SATA_4 SATA_1 SATA_0 SATA_3 SATA_2 English 6
... B: USB1 USB 3.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 USB3_2_3 1 USB 2.0 T: USB2 Top: RJ-45 B: USB3 LAN CPU_FAN1 RoHS CMOS Battery 1 CLRCMOS1 Front USB 3.0 PCIE1 PCI Express 3.0 Audio CODEC PCIE2 H97M Anniversary Intel Super I/O H97 PCIE3 HD_AUDIO1 1 1 TPMS1 USB4_5 USB6_7 1 1 CI1 1 SATA_5 64Mb BIOS SPEAKER1 1 PLED PWRBTN 1 HDLED RESET PANEL1 CHA_FAN1 SATA_4 SATA_1 SATA_0 SATA_3 SATA_2 English 6
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H97M Anniversary 2.5 Jumpers Setup The illustration shows how jumpers are "Short" when a jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is...5 seconds. If you to clear the CMOS when you just finish updating the BIOS, you must boot up the system first, and then shut it down before you update the BIOS. If no jumper cap is "Open". When the jumper cap is removed. If..., please do not clear the CMOS right after you do the clear-CMOS action. Please adjust the BIOS option "Clear Status" to default setup, please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power supply.
H97M Anniversary 2.5 Jumpers Setup The illustration shows how jumpers are "Short" when a jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is...5 seconds. If you to clear the CMOS when you just finish updating the BIOS, you must boot up the system first, and then shut it down before you update the BIOS. If no jumper cap is "Open". When the jumper cap is removed. If..., please do not clear the CMOS right after you do the clear-CMOS action. Please adjust the BIOS option "Clear Status" to default setup, please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power supply.
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Live Update Check for newer versions of the problem. Please leave your contact information along with your computer. H97M Anniversary Tech Service Contact Tech Service if you have problems with details of BIOS or drivers. English 27
Live Update Check for newer versions of the problem. Please leave your contact information along with your computer. H97M Anniversary Tech Service Contact Tech Service if you have problems with details of BIOS or drivers. English 27
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.... The system will discover the new device and install AHCI drivers automatically. 3.3.2 Setup Guide Configuring Rapid Start Step 1 Run ASRock Rapid Start utility from Start -> All Programs -> ASRock Utility. Press F2 to enter BIOS, then go to Advanced ‐> Storage Configuration and change SATA Mode to save changes and exit. 5. Step 2 If you...
.... The system will discover the new device and install AHCI drivers automatically. 3.3.2 Setup Guide Configuring Rapid Start Step 1 Run ASRock Rapid Start utility from Start -> All Programs -> ASRock Utility. Press F2 to enter BIOS, then go to Advanced ‐> Storage Configuration and change SATA Mode to save changes and exit. 5. Step 2 If you...
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Click to select one or more details. Step 3 Click Update to start the update process. 53 English Click on Step 2 to see more items you will see a list of recommended or critical updates for the BIOS or drivers. Step 1 Please check the item information before update. Please update them all soon. H97M Anniversary 3.6.3 BIOS & Drivers Installing BIOS or Drivers When the "BIOS & Drivers" tab is selected, you want to update.
Click to select one or more details. Step 3 Click Update to start the update process. 53 English Click on Step 2 to see more items you will see a list of recommended or critical updates for the BIOS or drivers. Step 1 Please check the item information before update. Please update them all soon. H97M Anniversary 3.6.3 BIOS & Drivers Installing BIOS or Drivers When the "BIOS & Drivers" tab is selected, you want to update.
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... does not support Full HD resolution, then the resolution will be set to 1024 x 768 directly. Full HD UEFI When [Auto] is a quick tutorial for ASRock's UEFI setup Utility. 4.2 Main Screen When you enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will be set to 1920 x 1080 if the monitor supports... Full HD resolution. Favorite Display your collection of BIOS items. Press F5 to add/remove your favorite items. Active Page on Entry Select the default page when entering the UEFI setup utility.
... does not support Full HD resolution, then the resolution will be set to 1024 x 768 directly. Full HD UEFI When [Auto] is a quick tutorial for ASRock's UEFI setup Utility. 4.2 Main Screen When you enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will be set to 1920 x 1080 if the monitor supports... Full HD resolution. Favorite Display your collection of BIOS items. Press F5 to add/remove your favorite items. Active Page on Entry Select the default page when entering the UEFI setup utility.
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... legacy USB support. If you encounter USB compatibility issues it is disabled in BIOS). If you encounter USB compatibility issues it is enabled in BIOS). Set [Disabled] to use USB devices under Windows® 7). Set [Smart... Auto] to keep the USB 3.0 driver enabled (Must install driver to disable the USB 3.0 ports. Legacy USB Support Enable or disable Legacy OS Support for USB 3.0 devices. Intel USB 3.0 Mode Select Intel® USB 3.0 controller mode. 4.4.7 USB Configuration H97M Anniversary...
... legacy USB support. If you encounter USB compatibility issues it is disabled in BIOS). If you encounter USB compatibility issues it is enabled in BIOS). Set [Disabled] to use USB devices under Windows® 7). Set [Smart... Auto] to keep the USB 3.0 driver enabled (Must install driver to disable the USB 3.0 ports. Legacy USB Support Enable or disable Legacy OS Support for USB 3.0 devices. Intel USB 3.0 Mode Select Intel® USB 3.0 controller mode. 4.4.7 USB Configuration H97M Anniversary...
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Please setup network configuration before using Internet Flash. *For BIOS backup and recovery purpose, it is a handy tool in the UEFI that installs the LAN driver to your UEFI. Internet Setting Enable or disable sound ... system via an USB storage device, then downloads and installs the other required drivers automatically. Internet Flash ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates the latest UEFI firmware version from our servers for Internet Flash. H97M Anniversary CD, Easy Driver Installer is recommended to plug in your USB pen drive before using this to...
Please setup network configuration before using Internet Flash. *For BIOS backup and recovery purpose, it is a handy tool in the UEFI that installs the LAN driver to your UEFI. Internet Setting Enable or disable sound ... system via an USB storage device, then downloads and installs the other required drivers automatically. Internet Flash ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates the latest UEFI firmware version from our servers for Internet Flash. H97M Anniversary CD, Easy Driver Installer is recommended to plug in your USB pen drive before using this to...