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Contents 1 . Installation 16 Pre-installation Precautions 16 2.1 CPU Installation 17 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink 17 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM 18 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots 20 2.5 Dual Monitor and Surround ... Serial ATA (SATA) / Serial ATAII (SATAII) Hard Disks Installation 46 2.14 Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD Playback Support 12 1.6 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD Films Which Pass Our Lab Test . 13 1.7 Motherboard Layout 14 1.8 I/O Panel 15 2 . Introduction 5 1.1 Package Contents 5 1.2 Specifications...
Contents 1 . Installation 16 Pre-installation Precautions 16 2.1 CPU Installation 17 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink 17 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM 18 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots 20 2.5 Dual Monitor and Surround ... Serial ATA (SATA) / Serial ATAII (SATAII) Hard Disks Installation 46 2.14 Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD Playback Support 12 1.6 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD Films Which Pass Our Lab Test . 13 1.7 Motherboard Layout 14 1.8 I/O Panel 15 2 . Introduction 5 1.1 Package Contents 5 1.2 Specifications...
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... VistaTM 64-bit Without RAID Functions 52 2.19 Untied Overclocking Technology 53 3 . Software Support 77 4.1 Install Operating System 77 4.2 Support CD Information 77 4.2.1 Running Support CD 77 4.2.2 Drivers Menu 77 4.2.3 Utilities Menu 77 4.2.4 Contact Information 77 4 BIOS... SETUP UTILITY 54 3.1 Introduction 54 3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar 54 3.1.2 Navigation Keys 55 3.2 Main Screen 55 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen 56 3.4 Advanced Screen 63 3.4.1 CPU...
... VistaTM 64-bit Without RAID Functions 52 2.19 Untied Overclocking Technology 53 3 . Software Support 77 4.1 Install Operating System 77 4.2 Support CD Information 77 4.2.1 Running Support CD 77 4.2.2 Drivers Menu 77 4.2.3 Utilities Menu 77 4.2.4 Contact Information 77 4 BIOS... SETUP UTILITY 54 3.1 Introduction 54 3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar 54 3.1.2 Navigation Keys 55 3.2 Main Screen 55 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen 56 3.4 Advanced Screen 63 3.4.1 CPU...
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... our website for purchasing ASRock M3A785GXH/128M motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Chapter 3 and 4 contain the configuration guide to BIOS setup and information of the motherboard and step-by-step guide to the hardware installation. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. Introduction...
... our website for purchasing ASRock M3A785GXH/128M motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Chapter 3 and 4 contain the configuration guide to BIOS setup and information of the motherboard and step-by-step guide to the hardware installation. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. Introduction...
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... 2.0 x1 slot - 2 x PCI slots - capacity of system memory: 16GB (see CAUTION 3) - DX10.1 class iGPU, Shader Model 4.1 - Supports CPU up to 140W - Supports AMD's Cool 'n' QuietTM Technology - Northbridge: AMD 785G - Max. shared memory 512MB (see CAUTION 1) - Built-in , 30.5 cm x 22.4 cm... (see CAUTION 2) - 4 x DDR3 DIMM slots - ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.8-in 128MB DDR3 1333(OC)/1200MHz SidePort Memory - Supports Hyper-Transport 3.0 (HT 3.0) Technology - Max. All Solid Capacitor design (100% Japan-made high-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors) - Three VGA Output ...
... 2.0 x1 slot - 2 x PCI slots - capacity of system memory: 16GB (see CAUTION 3) - DX10.1 class iGPU, Shader Model 4.1 - Supports CPU up to 140W - Supports AMD's Cool 'n' QuietTM Technology - Northbridge: AMD 785G - Max. shared memory 512MB (see CAUTION 1) - Built-in , 30.5 cm x 22.4 cm... (see CAUTION 2) - 4 x DDR3 DIMM slots - ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.8-in 128MB DDR3 1333(OC)/1200MHz SidePort Memory - Supports Hyper-Transport 3.0 (HT 3.0) Technology - Max. All Solid Capacitor design (100% Japan-made high-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors) - Three VGA Output ...
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... BIOS Feature - CPU/Chassis/NB/Power FAN connector - 24 pin ATX power connector - 8 pin 12V power connector - AMI Legal BIOS - Supports jumperfree - Supports Smart BIOS 7 CD in /Front Speaker/Microphone (see CAUTION 8) - 6 x Serial ATAII 3.0Gb/s connectors, support RAID (RAID 0,... connector - 1 x IR header - 1 x COM port header - 1 x IEEE 1394 header - 1 x HDMI_SPDIF header - PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s - SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - Supports "Plug and Play" - LAN Rear Panel I /O Panel - 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port - 1 x VGA/D-Sub Port - 1 x VGA/DVI-D Port - 1 x HDMI Port -...
... BIOS Feature - CPU/Chassis/NB/Power FAN connector - 24 pin ATX power connector - 8 pin 12V power connector - AMI Legal BIOS - Supports jumperfree - Supports Smart BIOS 7 CD in /Front Speaker/Microphone (see CAUTION 8) - 6 x Serial ATAII 3.0Gb/s connectors, support RAID (RAID 0,... connector - 1 x IR header - 1 x COM port header - 1 x IEEE 1394 header - 1 x HDMI_SPDIF header - PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s - SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - Supports "Plug and Play" - LAN Rear Panel I /O Panel - 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port - 1 x VGA/D-Sub Port - 1 x VGA/DVI-D Port - 1 x HDMI Port -...
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... Live! Explorer, AMD Fusion Unique Feature - Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 14) - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 17) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that there is supported depends on the AM3 CPU you want to adopt DDR3 1600 memory module on this motherboard, please refer...
... Live! Explorer, AMD Fusion Unique Feature - Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 14) - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 17) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that there is supported depends on the AM3 CPU you want to adopt DDR3 1600 memory module on this motherboard, please refer...
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... for system usage under Windows® XP and Windows® VistaTM. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 9 For audio output, this motherboard supports both stereo and mono modes. You can reduce the number of ASRock SLI/XFire Switch Card in advance. 6. To use CrossFireXTM or 3-Way... maximum shared memory size is defined by hardware monitor function and overclock your SATAII hard disk drive to improve efficiency when the CPU cores are idle. Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and software design, Intelligent Energy Saver is no such limitation. 5. 4. Please...
... for system usage under Windows® XP and Windows® VistaTM. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 9 For audio output, this motherboard supports both stereo and mono modes. You can reduce the number of ASRock SLI/XFire Switch Card in advance. 6. To use CrossFireXTM or 3-Way... maximum shared memory size is defined by hardware monitor function and overclock your SATAII hard disk drive to improve efficiency when the CPU cores are idle. Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and software design, Intelligent Energy Saver is no such limitation. 5. 4. Please...
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...CyberLink PowerDVD Ultra program, please follow below table for 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD Playback Support 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD playback support on this item. Click "Configuration". CPU VGA Memory Suggested OS AM3 all series CPU Onboard VGA with DVI-D port Single Channel DDR3 1066, 1GB x 1 Windows® VistaTM or ..., the function of CyberLink PowerDVD Ultra program. Select "Video". E. B. A. Right-click the main page of 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD playback is only supported under Windows® VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS. C. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 12
...CyberLink PowerDVD Ultra program, please follow below table for 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD Playback Support 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD playback support on this item. Click "Configuration". CPU VGA Memory Suggested OS AM3 all series CPU Onboard VGA with DVI-D port Single Channel DDR3 1066, 1GB x 1 Windows® VistaTM or ..., the function of CyberLink PowerDVD Ultra program. Select "Video". E. B. A. Right-click the main page of 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD playback is only supported under Windows® VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS. C. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 12
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... to the ground pin. (3-pin PWR_FAN1) (see p.14 No. 41) PWR_FAN_SPEED +12V GND CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.14 No. 3) FAN_SPEED_CONTROL 4 CPU_FAN_SPEED 3 +12V 2 GND 1 Please connect the CPU fan cable to this connector. 38 If you adopt a traditional 20-pin ATX power supply....this motherboard, please connect it can work if you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can still work successfully even without the fan speed control function. ATX 12V...
... to the ground pin. (3-pin PWR_FAN1) (see p.14 No. 41) PWR_FAN_SPEED +12V GND CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.14 No. 3) FAN_SPEED_CONTROL 4 CPU_FAN_SPEED 3 +12V 2 GND 1 Please connect the CPU fan cable to this connector. 38 If you adopt a traditional 20-pin ATX power supply....this motherboard, please connect it can work if you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can still work successfully even without the fan speed control function. ATX 12V...
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..., please enter "Overclock Mode" option of BIOS setup to set the selection from [Auto] to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. 2.19 Untied Overclocking Technology This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology, which means during overclocking, but PCI / PCIE buses are in the fixed mode so that FSB can operate under a more stable overclocking...
..., please enter "Overclock Mode" option of BIOS setup to set the selection from [Auto] to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. 2.19 Untied Overclocking Technology This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology, which means during overclocking, but PCI / PCIE buses are in the fixed mode so that FSB can operate under a more stable overclocking...
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...: [Auto], [BSP Only] and [All Cores]. 64 The default value is supported through the native processor instructions HLT and MWAIT and requires no hardware support from the chipset. Secure Virtual Machine When this option is set this function may reduce CPU voltage and memory frequency, and lead to system stability or compatibility issue...
...: [Auto], [BSP Only] and [All Cores]. 64 The default value is supported through the native processor instructions HLT and MWAIT and requires no hardware support from the chipset. Secure Virtual Machine When this option is set this function may reduce CPU voltage and memory frequency, and lead to system stability or compatibility issue...
Quick Installation Guide
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... about the model you for a 3.5-in , 30.5 cm x 22.4 cm) 1 x ASRock M3A785GXH/128M Quick Installation Guide 2 x ASRock M3A785GXH/128M Support CD 1 x Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable (80-conductor) 1 x Ribbon Cable for purchasing ASRock M3A785GXH/128M motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. 1.
... about the model you for a 3.5-in , 30.5 cm x 22.4 cm) 1 x ASRock M3A785GXH/128M Quick Installation Guide 2 x ASRock M3A785GXH/128M Support CD 1 x Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable (80-conductor) 1 x Ribbon Cable for purchasing ASRock M3A785GXH/128M motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. 1.
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...: 16GB (see CAUTION 7) - 7.1 CH Windows® VistaTM Premium Level HD Audio (ALC888 Audio Codec) English 5 ASRock M3A785GXH/128M Motherboard Max. Three VGA Output options: D-Sub, DVI-D and HDMI - Supports Full HD 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD playback (see CAUTION 4) - 3 x PCI Express 2.0 x16... Japan-made high-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors) - Support DDR3 1600(OC)/1333/1066/800 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 2) - 4 x DDR3 DIMM slots - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio - Support for Socket AM3 processors: AMD PhenomTM II X4 ...
...: 16GB (see CAUTION 7) - 7.1 CH Windows® VistaTM Premium Level HD Audio (ALC888 Audio Codec) English 5 ASRock M3A785GXH/128M Motherboard Max. Three VGA Output options: D-Sub, DVI-D and HDMI - Supports Full HD 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD playback (see CAUTION 4) - 3 x PCI Express 2.0 x16... Japan-made high-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors) - Support DDR3 1600(OC)/1333/1066/800 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 2) - 4 x DDR3 DIMM slots - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio - Support for Socket AM3 processors: AMD PhenomTM II X4 ...
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.../XFIRE power connector - AMI Legal BIOS - Supports jumperfree - Supports Smart BIOS 6 ASRock M3A785GXH/128M Motherboard HD Audio Jack: Side Speaker/Rear Speaker/Central/Bass/ Line in header - Front panel audio connector - 3 x USB 2.0 headers (support 6 USB 2.0 ports) (see CAUTION 9) - 1 x eSATAII 3.0Gb/s connector (shared with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) - CPU/Chassis/NB/Power FAN connector - 24...
.../XFIRE power connector - AMI Legal BIOS - Supports jumperfree - Supports Smart BIOS 6 ASRock M3A785GXH/128M Motherboard HD Audio Jack: Side Speaker/Rear Speaker/Central/Bass/ Line in header - Front panel audio connector - 3 x USB 2.0 headers (support 6 USB 2.0 ports) (see CAUTION 9) - 1 x eSATAII 3.0Gb/s connector (shared with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) - CPU/Chassis/NB/Power FAN connector - 24...
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... supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Whether 1600MHz memory speed is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using the third-party overclocking tools. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com English 7 ASRock M3A785GXH/128M Motherboard...the components and devices of memory modules on page 40 for possible damage caused by overclocking. CPU Quiet Fan - This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), AMD OverDriveTM Utility,...
... supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Whether 1600MHz memory speed is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using the third-party overclocking tools. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com English 7 ASRock M3A785GXH/128M Motherboard...the components and devices of memory modules on page 40 for possible damage caused by overclocking. CPU Quiet Fan - This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), AMD OverDriveTM Utility,...
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... interface, the external SATAII specification. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 13. To use CrossFireXTM or 3-Way CrossFireXTM function, please follow the instructions on page 22 and 23 to improve efficiency when the CPU cores are idle. Due to page 11 ... configuration. Please read the "SATAII Hard Disk Setup Guide" on this motherboard supports both stereo and mono modes. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 8 ASRock M3A785GXH/128M Motherboard English For audio output, this motherboard supports 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel modes. The maximum shared memory...
... interface, the external SATAII specification. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 13. To use CrossFireXTM or 3-Way CrossFireXTM function, please follow the instructions on page 22 and 23 to improve efficiency when the CPU cores are idle. Due to page 11 ... configuration. Please read the "SATAII Hard Disk Setup Guide" on this motherboard supports both stereo and mono modes. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 8 ASRock M3A785GXH/128M Motherboard English For audio output, this motherboard supports 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel modes. The maximum shared memory...
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... remove the "V" mark in the future. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com English 11 ASRock M3A785GXH/128M Motherboard C. E. Click "Enable hardware acceleration (ATI Avivo)" to disable Hardware Acceleration function for 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD Playback Support 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD playback support on this item. Select "Video". CPU VGA Memory Suggested OS AM3 all...
... remove the "V" mark in the future. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com English 11 ASRock M3A785GXH/128M Motherboard C. E. Click "Enable hardware acceleration (ATI Avivo)" to disable Hardware Acceleration function for 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD Playback Support 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD playback support on this item. Select "Video". CPU VGA Memory Suggested OS AM3 all...
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...see p.2 No. 10) Please connect the chassis speaker to this header. ATX 12V Power Connector (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.2 No. 3) Please connect the CPU fan 4 cable to this connector and 3 2 match the black wire to the 1 ground pin. Chassis Speaker Header (4-pin SPEAKER 1) (see p.2 ... Though this motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector, 12 24 it to Pin 1-3. English 35 ASRock M3A785GXH/128M Motherboard Though this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can still work successfully even without the fan speed control function.
...see p.2 No. 10) Please connect the chassis speaker to this header. ATX 12V Power Connector (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.2 No. 3) Please connect the CPU fan 4 cable to this connector and 3 2 match the black wire to the 1 ground pin. Chassis Speaker Header (4-pin SPEAKER 1) (see p.2 ... Though this motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector, 12 24 it to Pin 1-3. English 35 ASRock M3A785GXH/128M Motherboard Though this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can still work successfully even without the fan speed control function.
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...instruction to [CPU, PCIE, Async.]. AMD AHCI drivers are in the following path in our Support CD: (There are in the motherboard gift box pack, please choose the one for the possible overclocking risk before you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. English 40 ASRock M3A785GXH/128M Motherboard STEP 2:... during overclocking, but PCI / PCIE buses are two ASRock Support CD in the fixed mode so that , please insert Windows® VistaTM / Windows® VistaTM 64-bit optical disk into your system. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin ...
...instruction to [CPU, PCIE, Async.]. AMD AHCI drivers are in the following path in our Support CD: (There are in the motherboard gift box pack, please choose the one for the possible overclocking risk before you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. English 40 ASRock M3A785GXH/128M Motherboard STEP 2:... during overclocking, but PCI / PCIE buses are two ASRock Support CD in the fixed mode so that , please insert Windows® VistaTM / Windows® VistaTM 64-bit optical disk into your system. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin ...