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... the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you for specific information about the model you are using. Chapter 3 and 4 contain the configuration guide to BIOS setup and information of this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock P43DE motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under...
... the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you for specific information about the model you are using. Chapter 3 and 4 contain the configuration guide to BIOS setup and information of this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock P43DE motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under...
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... I /O Connector - ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.5-in /Front Speaker/Microphone (see CAUTION 6) - 6 x SATAII 3.0Gb/s connectors, support NCQ, AHCI and "Hot Plug" functions (see CAUTION 4) - Supports EM64T CPU - Support DDR2 1200/1066/800/667 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 7) - 1 x ATA133 IDE connector (supports 2 x IDE devices) - 1 x Floppy connector - 1 x IR header - 1 x COM port header 6 1.2 Specifications Platform...
... I /O Connector - ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.5-in /Front Speaker/Microphone (see CAUTION 6) - 6 x SATAII 3.0Gb/s connectors, support NCQ, AHCI and "Hot Plug" functions (see CAUTION 4) - Supports EM64T CPU - Support DDR2 1200/1066/800/667 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 7) - 1 x ATA133 IDE connector (supports 2 x IDE devices) - 1 x Floppy connector - 1 x IR header - 1 x COM port header 6 1.2 Specifications Platform...
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... Stepless Control (see CAUTION 9) BIOS Feature - 8Mb AMI BIOS - Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, CPU Vcore OS - AMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 11) - - 1 x HDMI_SPDIF header - CPU, DRAM, NB, SB, VTT Voltage Multi-adjustment - Chassis Fan Tachometer - Supports "Plug and Play" - Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 10) - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version) Unique...
... Stepless Control (see CAUTION 9) BIOS Feature - 8Mb AMI BIOS - Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, CPU Vcore OS - AMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 11) - - 1 x HDMI_SPDIF header - CPU, DRAM, NB, SB, VTT Voltage Multi-adjustment - Chassis Fan Tachometer - Supports "Plug and Play" - Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 10) - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version) Unique...
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...support WiFi+AP function with ASRock WiFi-802.11g or WiFi- 802.11n module, an easy-to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may affect your SATAII hard disk drive to read the installation guide of memory modules on page 11 for proper installation. 4. We are not responsible for the CPU...Windows® XP 64-bit and Windows® VistaTM 64-bit with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in overclocking mode. 5. CPU FSB Frequency Memory Support Frequency 1600 DDR2 800, DDR2 1066, DDR2 1200 * 1333 DDR2 667, DDR2 800, DDR2 1066 1066 DDR2 667, DDR2 ...
...support WiFi+AP function with ASRock WiFi-802.11g or WiFi- 802.11n module, an easy-to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may affect your SATAII hard disk drive to read the installation guide of memory modules on page 11 for proper installation. 4. We are not responsible for the CPU...Windows® XP 64-bit and Windows® VistaTM 64-bit with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in overclocking mode. 5. CPU FSB Frequency Memory Support Frequency 1600 DDR2 800, DDR2 1066, DDR2 1200 * 1333 DDR2 667, DDR2 800, DDR2 1066 1066 DDR2 667, DDR2 ...
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Please visit our website for the operation procedures of Intelligent Energy Saver. While CPU overheat is not supported under Windows® 2000 OS. AHCI function is detected, the system will automatically shutdown. Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and software design, ... under Windows® 2000. It is not recommended to page 46 for the operation procedures of ASRock OC Tuner. Please visit our website for detailed setup. 9 It is a user-friendly ASRock overclocking tool which allows you to surveil your system by hardware monitor function and overclock your hardware ...
Please visit our website for the operation procedures of Intelligent Energy Saver. While CPU overheat is not supported under Windows® 2000 OS. AHCI function is detected, the system will automatically shutdown. Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and software design, ... under Windows® 2000. It is not recommended to page 46 for the operation procedures of ASRock OC Tuner. Please visit our website for detailed setup. 9 It is a user-friendly ASRock overclocking tool which allows you to surveil your system by hardware monitor function and overclock your hardware ...
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... 3. Step 4. Close the socket: Step 4-1. Step 4-2. 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 load plate tab under retention tab of load lever. 15 Step 4-3. Step 2-4. For proper inserting, please ...ensure to match the two orientation key notches of the CPU with the two alignment keys of PnP cap to assist in removal. 1. Carefully place the CPU into the socket by using a purely vertical motion. This cap must be placed if returning the ...
... 3. Step 4. Close the socket: Step 4-1. Step 4-2. 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 load plate tab under retention tab of load lever. 15 Step 4-3. Step 2-4. For proper inserting, please ...ensure to match the two orientation key notches of the CPU with the two alignment keys of PnP cap to assist in removal. 1. Carefully place the CPU into the socket by using a purely vertical motion. This cap must be placed if returning the ...
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...supports Intel 775-LAND CPU. Step 4. Repeat with the motherboard throughholes. Step 5. Step 3. Below is equipped with each other components. 16 Place the heatsink onto the socket. Align fasteners with remaining fasteners. Step 1. Step 6. Step 2. Ensure fan cables are securely fastened and in good contact with 775-Pin socket that the CPU... and the heatsink are oriented on side closest to the CPU fan connector on the motherboard (CPU_FAN1, see page 10, No. 4). If you...
...supports Intel 775-LAND CPU. Step 4. Repeat with the motherboard throughholes. Step 5. Step 3. Below is equipped with each other components. 16 Place the heatsink onto the socket. Align fasteners with remaining fasteners. Step 1. Step 6. Step 2. Ensure fan cables are securely fastened and in good contact with 775-Pin socket that the CPU... and the heatsink are oriented on side closest to the CPU fan connector on the motherboard (CPU_FAN1, see page 10, No. 4). If you...
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... control of audio devices. 1. System Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1) (see p.10, No. 4) 1 GND Please connect a CPU fan cable 2 +12V 3 CPU_FAN_SPEED to this connector and match 4 FAN_SPEED_CONTROL the black wire to the ground pin. 23 E.... Set the Front Panel Control option from [Auto] to the front panel audio header as below: A. CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.10 No. 21) PLED+ PLEDPWRBTN# GND 1 DUMMY RESET# GND HDLEDHDLED+ This ...and Audio_L (LIN) to the ground pin. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the chassis must...
... control of audio devices. 1. System Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1) (see p.10, No. 4) 1 GND Please connect a CPU fan cable 2 +12V 3 CPU_FAN_SPEED to this connector and match 4 FAN_SPEED_CONTROL the black wire to the ground pin. 23 E.... Set the Front Panel Control option from [Auto] to the front panel audio header as below: A. CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.10 No. 21) PLED+ PLEDPWRBTN# GND 1 DUMMY RESET# GND HDLEDHDLED+ This ...and Audio_L (LIN) to the ground pin. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the chassis must...
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If you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on this connector. To use the 4-pin ATX power supply, please plug your power supply along with ...power connector, it can still work if you adopt a traditional 20-pin ATX power supply. Though this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can still work if you adopt a traditional 4-pin ATX 5 1 12V power supply. To use the 20-...port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.10 No. 24) RRXD1 DDTR#1 DDSR#1 CCTS#1 1 RRI#1 RRTS#1 GND TTXD1 DDCD#1 This COM1 header supports a serial port module. 24
If you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on this connector. To use the 4-pin ATX power supply, please plug your power supply along with ...power connector, it can still work if you adopt a traditional 20-pin ATX power supply. Though this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can still work if you adopt a traditional 4-pin ATX 5 1 12V power supply. To use the 20-...port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.10 No. 24) RRXD1 DDTR#1 DDSR#1 CCTS#1 1 RRI#1 RRTS#1 GND TTXD1 DDCD#1 This COM1 header supports a serial port module. 24
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Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to [IDE]. Please refer to the warning on your system. 2.16 Untied Overclocking Technology This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology, which means during overclocking, but PCI / PCIE buses are in the option "Configure SATAII as", please set the selection from [Auto...
Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to [IDE]. Please refer to the warning on your system. 2.16 Untied Overclocking Technology This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology, which means during overclocking, but PCI / PCIE buses are in the option "Configure SATAII as", please set the selection from [Auto...
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If you select [Manual], Untied Overclocking function is [Auto]. Please refer to page 33 for the CPU FSB frequency and its corresponding memory support frequency. 38 Strap FSB to MCH Use this function may select [333MHz (DDR2 667)], [400MHz (DDR2 800)], [533MHz (...MHz) Use this item to [Enabled]. Configuration options: [Auto], [Enabled] and [Disabled]. This item will be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. is [Auto]. Processor can switch between multiple frequency and voltage points to select Overclock Mode. The default...
If you select [Manual], Untied Overclocking function is [Auto]. Please refer to page 33 for the CPU FSB frequency and its corresponding memory support frequency. 38 Strap FSB to MCH Use this function may select [333MHz (DDR2 667)], [400MHz (DDR2 800)], [533MHz (...MHz) Use this item to [Enabled]. Configuration options: [Auto], [Enabled] and [Disabled]. This item will be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. is [Auto]. Processor can switch between multiple frequency and voltage points to select Overclock Mode. The default...
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... the system caches. 40 Ratio CMOS Setting If the ratio status is unlocked, you will automatically enable the overclocking function when your CPU is enabled. Enhance Halt State All processors support the Halt State (C1). The C1 state is [Auto]. Intel (R) C-STATE tech. [Auto] [333] [100] [Enabled]... function is heavy loaded. Configuration options: [Auto], [Manual], [I .O.T.] (Intelligent Overclocking Technology), the system will find this motherboard. CPU Frequency (MHz) Use this to adjust PCIE frequency. In the C1 power state, the processor maintains the context of this option to...
... the system caches. 40 Ratio CMOS Setting If the ratio status is unlocked, you will automatically enable the overclocking function when your CPU is enabled. Enhance Halt State All processors support the Halt State (C1). The C1 state is [Auto]. Intel (R) C-STATE tech. [Auto] [333] [100] [Enabled]... function is heavy loaded. Configuration options: [Auto], [Manual], [I .O.T.] (Intelligent Overclocking Technology), the system will find this motherboard. CPU Frequency (MHz) Use this to adjust PCIE frequency. In the C1 power state, the processor maintains the context of this option to...
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... Technology is achieved by Vanderpool Technology. Set to enable power savings. This option will be hidden if the installed CPU does not support Hyper-Threading technology. Processor can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by making the power and thermal control unit part...VistaTM and want to enable this function. Migration of both cores' requests, portraying a single CPU entity to enable this function, please set to be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. Intel (R) Virtualization tech. When this option is determined ...
... Technology is achieved by Vanderpool Technology. Set to enable power savings. This option will be hidden if the installed CPU does not support Hyper-Threading technology. Processor can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by making the power and thermal control unit part...VistaTM and want to enable this function. Migration of both cores' requests, portraying a single CPU entity to enable this function, please set to be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. Intel (R) Virtualization tech. When this option is determined ...
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.... Configuration options: Configuration options: [Auto], [9] to [Enabled]. DRAM tRP This controls the number of this item to the platform and CPU shared resource restrictions. The default value is [Disabled]. You may select [333MHz (DDR2 667)], [400MHz (DDR2 800)], [533MHz (DDR2 ...means of overlapped PCI memory above the total physical memory. DISABLE: Do not allow better tolerance for the CPU FSB frequency and its corresponding memory support frequency. DRAM Frequency If [Auto] is [Disabled]. 3.4.3Chipset Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Chipset Settings Memory...
.... Configuration options: Configuration options: [Auto], [9] to [Enabled]. DRAM tRP This controls the number of this item to the platform and CPU shared resource restrictions. The default value is [Disabled]. You may select [333MHz (DDR2 667)], [400MHz (DDR2 800)], [533MHz (DDR2 ...means of overlapped PCI memory above the total physical memory. DISABLE: Do not allow better tolerance for the CPU FSB frequency and its corresponding memory support frequency. DRAM Frequency If [Auto] is [Disabled]. 3.4.3Chipset Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Chipset Settings Memory...
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... endurance. 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 P43DE Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.5-in the Support CD. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you are using. More detailed information of...case any modifications of the motherboard can be found in the user manual presented in , 30.5 cm x 21.6 cm) ASRock P43DE Quick Installation Guide ASRock P43DE Support CD One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable Two Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) One ...
... endurance. 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 P43DE Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.5-in the Support CD. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you are using. More detailed information of...case any modifications of the motherboard can be found in the user manual presented in , 30.5 cm x 21.6 cm) ASRock P43DE Quick Installation Guide ASRock P43DE Support CD One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable Two Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) One ...
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...see CAUTION 7) - 1 x ATA133 IDE connector (supports 2 x IDE devices) - 1 x Floppy connector - 1 x IR header - 1 x COM port header ASRock P43DE Motherboard English HD Audio Jack: Side Speaker/Rear Speaker/Central/Bass/ Line in , 30.5 cm x 21.6 cm - Supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 4) - PCIE ... USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) - Supports EM64T CPU - Support DDR2 1200/1066/800/667 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 1) - Max. Supports Wake-On-LAN I /O Connector 6 - ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.5-in /Front Speaker/Microphone (...
...see CAUTION 7) - 1 x ATA133 IDE connector (supports 2 x IDE devices) - 1 x Floppy connector - 1 x IR header - 1 x COM port header ASRock P43DE Motherboard English HD Audio Jack: Side Speaker/Rear Speaker/Central/Bass/ Line in , 30.5 cm x 21.6 cm - Supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 4) - PCIE ... USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) - Supports EM64T CPU - Support DDR2 1200/1066/800/667 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 1) - Max. Supports Wake-On-LAN I /O Connector 6 - ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.5-in /Front Speaker/Microphone (...
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... 10) - FCC, CE, WHQL * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com English 7 ASRock P43DE Motherboard CPU, DRAM, NB, SB, VTT Voltage Multi-adjustment - Supports "Plug and Play" - Supports Jumperfree - Hybrid Booster: - CPU Fan Tachometer - Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, CPU Vcore OS - Microsoft® Windows® 2000 / XP / XP 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM...
... 10) - FCC, CE, WHQL * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com English 7 ASRock P43DE Motherboard CPU, DRAM, NB, SB, VTT Voltage Multi-adjustment - Supports "Plug and Play" - Supports Jumperfree - Hybrid Booster: - CPU Fan Tachometer - Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, CPU Vcore OS - Microsoft® Windows® 2000 / XP / XP 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM...
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...website for possible damage caused by overclocking. This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For Windows® XP 64-bit and Windows® VistaTM 64-bit with 64-bit CPU, there is a certain risk involved with ASRock WiFi-802.11g or WiFi- 802.11n module, ...SP2 / 2000 SP4. 9. Due to SATAII mode. Please check the table on page 27 of wireless network connectivity. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com English 8 ASRock P43DE Motherboard WARNING Please realize that there is no such limitation. 6. Overclocking may be used to SATAII connector directly. 8. ...
...website for possible damage caused by overclocking. This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For Windows® XP 64-bit and Windows® VistaTM 64-bit with 64-bit CPU, there is a certain risk involved with ASRock WiFi-802.11g or WiFi- 802.11n module, ...SP2 / 2000 SP4. 9. Due to SATAII mode. Please check the table on page 27 of wireless network connectivity. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com English 8 ASRock P43DE Motherboard WARNING Please realize that there is no such limitation. 6. Overclocking may be used to SATAII connector directly. 8. ...
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... the PC system. 14. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 11. Please visit our website for detailed setup. 9 ASRock P43DE Motherboard English Although this motherboard offers stepless control, it back again. To improve heat dissipation, remember to spray thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink when you ...for the operation procedures of the system or damage the CPU. 13. Before you resume the system, please check if the CPU fan on the motherboard functions properly and unplug the power cord, then plug it is not supported under Windows® 2000 OS. Frequencies other words, it...
... the PC system. 14. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 11. Please visit our website for detailed setup. 9 ASRock P43DE Motherboard English Although this motherboard offers stepless control, it back again. To improve heat dissipation, remember to spray thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink when you ...for the operation procedures of the system or damage the CPU. 13. Before you resume the system, please check if the CPU fan on the motherboard functions properly and unplug the power cord, then plug it is not supported under Windows® 2000 OS. Frequencies other words, it...
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... center of PnP cap to assist in removal. 11 ASRock P43DE Motherboard English Pin1 orientation key notch orientation key notch Pin1 alignment key alignment key 775-LAND CPU 775-Pin Socket For proper inserting, please ensure to support the load plate edge, engage PnP cap with IHS ...(Integrated Heat Sink) up. Step 2. Insert the 775-LAND CPU: Step 2-1. Step 3. Open the socket: Step 1-1....
... center of PnP cap to assist in removal. 11 ASRock P43DE Motherboard English Pin1 orientation key notch orientation key notch Pin1 alignment key alignment key 775-LAND CPU 775-Pin Socket For proper inserting, please ensure to support the load plate edge, engage PnP cap with IHS ...(Integrated Heat Sink) up. Step 2. Insert the 775-LAND CPU: Step 2-1. Step 3. Open the socket: Step 1-1....