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... introduction of this manual occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock website as well. In this manual will be subject to the hardware installation. Introduction Thank you for a 3.5-in , 24.4 cm x 20.8 cm) ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Quick Installation Guide ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Support CD One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable...
... introduction of this manual occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock website as well. In this manual will be subject to the hardware installation. Introduction Thank you for a 3.5-in , 24.4 cm x 20.8 cm) ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Quick Installation Guide ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Support CD One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable...
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..., or agents be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or translated in any language, in any form or by any means, except duplication of documentation by ASRock. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard English Copyright Notice: No part of this installation guide may be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages (including damages for...
..., or agents be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or translated in any language, in any form or by any means, except duplication of documentation by ASRock. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard English Copyright Notice: No part of this installation guide may be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages (including damages for...
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... Serial ATA Connector (SATA2) 26 Infrared Module Header (IR1) 13 Primary Serial ATA Connector (SATA1) 27 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 14 System Panel Header (PANEL1) 2 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard Motherboard Layout English 1 PS2_USB_PWR1 Jumper 15 South Bridge Controller 2 ATX 12V Connector (ATX12V1) 16 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER 1) 3 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 17 Clear...
... Serial ATA Connector (SATA2) 26 Infrared Module Header (IR1) 13 Primary Serial ATA Connector (SATA1) 27 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 14 System Panel Header (PANEL1) 2 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard Motherboard Layout English 1 PS2_USB_PWR1 Jumper 15 South Bridge Controller 2 ATX 12V Connector (ATX12V1) 16 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER 1) 3 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 17 Clear...
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... / Bass (No. 7) (No. 4) (No. 5) 2 V -- -- 4 V V -- 6 V V V 8 V V V Side Speaker (No. 3) ---V * To enable Multi-Streaming function, you need to connect a front panel audio cable to use front panel audio. 3 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard English TABLE for connection details in accordance with the type of speaker you use 2-channel speaker, please connect the speaker's plug into "Front Speaker...
... / Bass (No. 7) (No. 4) (No. 5) 2 V -- -- 4 V V -- 6 V V V 8 V V V Side Speaker (No. 3) ---V * To enable Multi-Streaming function, you need to connect a front panel audio cable to use front panel audio. 3 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard English TABLE for connection details in accordance with the type of speaker you use 2-channel speaker, please connect the speaker's plug into "Front Speaker...
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...24.4 cm x 20.8 cm) ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Quick Installation Guide ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Support CD One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable One Ribbon Cable for purchasing ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. This ...Quick Installation Guide contains introduction of the motherboard can be subject to quality and endurance. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.2-in Floppy Drive One Serial ATA (SATA...
...24.4 cm x 20.8 cm) ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Quick Installation Guide ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Support CD One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable One Ribbon Cable for purchasing ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. This ...Quick Installation Guide contains introduction of the motherboard can be subject to quality and endurance. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.2-in Floppy Drive One Serial ATA (SATA...
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.../Rear Speaker/Central Bass/ Line in , 24.4 cm x 20.8 cm - FSB 1066/800/533 MHz - Pixel Shader 2.0, DirectX 9.0 - Supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 5) English 5 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 4) - Speed: 10/100 Ethernet - Supports Wake-On-LAN HD 8CH I /O - LGA 775 for Intel® CoreTM 2 Extreme / CoreTM 2 Duo / Pentium®...
.../Rear Speaker/Central Bass/ Line in , 24.4 cm x 20.8 cm - FSB 1066/800/533 MHz - Pixel Shader 2.0, DirectX 9.0 - Supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 5) English 5 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 4) - Speed: 10/100 Ethernet - Supports Wake-On-LAN HD 8CH I /O - LGA 775 for Intel® CoreTM 2 Extreme / CoreTM 2 Duo / Pentium®...
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... - Overclocking may affect your system stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. CPU Temperature Sensing - English 6 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard Connector BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor OS Certifications - 2 x Serial ATA 1.5Gb/s connectors, support RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD) and "Hot Plug" functions - 2 x ATA133...
... - Overclocking may affect your system stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. CPU Temperature Sensing - English 6 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard Connector BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor OS Certifications - 2 x Serial ATA 1.5Gb/s connectors, support RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD) and "Hot Plug" functions - 2 x ATA133...
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.... For audio output, this motherboard supports both stereo and mono modes. As long as we have the latest driver, we will automatically shutdown. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 7 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard English This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. While CPU overheat is detected, the system will update it is not recommended to perform...
.... For audio output, this motherboard supports both stereo and mono modes. As long as we have the latest driver, we will automatically shutdown. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 7 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard English This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. While CPU overheat is detected, the system will update it is not recommended to perform...
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CPU Memory VGA Celeron D 326 512MB Single Channel* DX9.0 with WDDM Driver * If you use onboard VGA with total system memory size above . English 8 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard If you use onboard VGA with total system memory size 512MB and plan to submit Windows® VistaTM Basic logo, please adjust the shared ...
CPU Memory VGA Celeron D 326 512MB Single Channel* DX9.0 with WDDM Driver * If you use onboard VGA with total system memory size above . English 8 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard If you use onboard VGA with total system memory size 512MB and plan to submit Windows® VistaTM Basic logo, please adjust the shared ...
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... may damage the motherboard. 2.1 CPU Installation For the installation of the following precautions before you uninstall any component. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged. 9 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard English To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 2. 2. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before...
... may damage the motherboard. 2.1 CPU Installation For the installation of the following precautions before you uninstall any component. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged. 9 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard English To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 2. 2. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before...
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... notch orientation key notch Pin1 alignment key alignment key 775-LAND CPU 775-Pin Socket For proper inserting, please ensure to assist in removal. 10 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard Remove PnP Cap (Pick and Place Cap): Use your left hand index finger and thumb to support the load plate edge, engage PnP cap...
... notch orientation key notch Pin1 alignment key alignment key 775-LAND CPU 775-Pin Socket For proper inserting, please ensure to assist in removal. 10 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard Remove PnP Cap (Pick and Place Cap): Use your left hand index finger and thumb to support the load plate edge, engage PnP cap...
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... proper installation, please kindly refer to handle and avoid kicking off the PnP cap. 2. Secure excess cable with fan operation or contact other components. 11 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard English This cap must be secured on load plate, engage the load lever. Rotate the load plate onto the IHS. Step 4-2. Close the socket...
... proper installation, please kindly refer to handle and avoid kicking off the PnP cap. 2. Secure excess cable with fan operation or contact other components. 11 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard English This cap must be secured on load plate, engage the load lever. Rotate the load plate onto the IHS. Step 4-2. Close the socket...
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... damage to disconnect power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or the system components. 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard is properly seated. 12 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard English Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Firmly insert the DIMM into the slot at both ends fully snap back in...
... damage to disconnect power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or the system components. 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard is properly seated. 12 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard English Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Firmly insert the DIMM into the slot at both ends fully snap back in...
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... . Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is unplugged. Fasten the card to insert a HDMR card with screws. 13 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard English 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI, HDMR and PCI Express Slots) There are used for PCI Express cards with x16 lane width graphics cards. PCIE Slot...
... . Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is unplugged. Fasten the card to insert a HDMR card with screws. 13 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard English 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI, HDMR and PCI Express Slots) There are used for PCI Express cards with x16 lane width graphics cards. PCIE Slot...
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... jumpers are "Short" when jumper cap is placed on these 2 pins. If no jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is "Open". English 14 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard When the jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is "Short". Short Open Jumper Setting PS2_USB_PWR1 Short pin2, pin3 to enable (see p.2, No...
... jumpers are "Short" when jumper cap is placed on these 2 pins. If no jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is "Open". English 14 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard When the jumper cap is placed on pins, the jumper is "Short". Short Open Jumper Setting PS2_USB_PWR1 Short pin2, pin3 to enable (see p.2, No...
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... rate. Besides, to the IDE devices 80-conductor ATA 66/100/133 cable Note: If you use only one IDE device on the motherboard. 15 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard English FDD Connector (33-pin FLOPPY1) (see p.2, No. 12) SATA2 SATA1 These two Serial ATA (SATA) connectors support SATA data cables for the details...
... rate. Besides, to the IDE devices 80-conductor ATA 66/100/133 cable Note: If you use only one IDE device on the motherboard. 15 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard English FDD Connector (33-pin FLOPPY1) (see p.2, No. 12) SATA2 SATA1 These two Serial ATA (SATA) connectors support SATA data cables for the details...
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..., TV tuner card, or MPEG card. This connector allows you to the power connector on the chassis must support HDA to install your system. 16 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard English USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB6_7) (see p.2 No. 11) (9-pin USB4_5) (see p.2, No. 20) This header supports an optional wireless transmitting and receiving infrared module...
..., TV tuner card, or MPEG card. This connector allows you to the power connector on the chassis must support HDA to install your system. 16 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard English USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB6_7) (see p.2 No. 11) (9-pin USB4_5) (see p.2, No. 20) This header supports an optional wireless transmitting and receiving infrared module...
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... to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on the lower right hand taskbar to [Enabled]. B. Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation 17 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard English 2. C. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for AC'97 audio panel. Enter BIOS Setup Utility. Enter Advanced Settings, and then select Chipset Configuration. Chassis Fan...
... to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on the lower right hand taskbar to [Enabled]. B. Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation 17 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard English 2. C. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for AC'97 audio panel. Enter BIOS Setup Utility. Enter Advanced Settings, and then select Chipset Configuration. Chassis Fan...
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... connector so that supports Serial ATA (SATA) hard disks and RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD) functions. STEP 3: Connect one end of your chassis. English 18 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard ATX Power Connector (20-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.2, No. 3) ATX 12V Connector (4-pin ATX12V1) (see p.2, No. 2) Serial port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.2 No..25) Please...
... connector so that supports Serial ATA (SATA) hard disks and RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD) functions. STEP 3: Connect one end of your chassis. English 18 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard ATX Power Connector (20-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.2, No. 3) ATX 12V Connector (4-pin ATX12V1) (see p.2, No. 2) Serial port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.2 No..25) Please...
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Then, the drivers compatible to your system. 19 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard English Please make sure that it cannot perform Hot Plug if the OS has been installed into the SATA HDD. Install HDMR card driver ... install the drivers to your system, please insert the support CD to your optical drive first. 2.8 Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for SATA HDDs 4CoreDX90-VSTA motherboard supports Hot Plug and Hot Swap functions for the action to insert and remove the SATA HDDs while the system is still power-on...
Then, the drivers compatible to your system. 19 ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard English Please make sure that it cannot perform Hot Plug if the OS has been installed into the SATA HDD. Install HDMR card driver ... install the drivers to your system, please insert the support CD to your optical drive first. 2.8 Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for SATA HDDs 4CoreDX90-VSTA motherboard supports Hot Plug and Hot Swap functions for the action to insert and remove the SATA HDDs while the system is still power-on...