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...for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without notice, and should not be constructed as a commitment by ASRock. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages (including .... CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this manual, ASRock does not provide warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to the contents of this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in advance. When you discard...
...for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without notice, and should not be constructed as a commitment by ASRock. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages (including .... CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this manual, ASRock does not provide warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to the contents of this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in advance. When you discard...
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Introduction 5 1.1 Package Contents 5 1.2 Specifications 6 1.3 Motherboard Layout 12 1.4 I/O Panel 13 2 . Contents 1 . Installation 15 Pre-installation Precautions 15 2.1 CPU Installation 16 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink 16 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (...
Introduction 5 1.1 Package Contents 5 1.2 Specifications 6 1.3 Motherboard Layout 12 1.4 I/O Panel 13 2 . Contents 1 . Installation 15 Pre-installation Precautions 15 2.1 CPU Installation 16 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink 16 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (...
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... will be subject to the hardware installation. 1. In this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock 890GM Pro3 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 890GM Pro3 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 9.6-in, 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm) ASRock 890GM Pro3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock 890GM Pro3 Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional...
... will be subject to the hardware installation. 1. In this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock 890GM Pro3 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 890GM Pro3 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 9.6-in, 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm) ASRock 890GM Pro3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock 890GM Pro3 Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional...
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.... Whether 1866/1800/1600MHz memory speed is subject to overclock CPU frequency for proper installation. 4. Please check AMD website for proper connection. 8. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 9 CAUTION! 1. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Before you are idle without sacrificing computing performance. Due to 6MB, which is no such limitation. 6. The maximum...
.... Whether 1866/1800/1600MHz memory speed is subject to overclock CPU frequency for proper installation. 4. Please check AMD website for proper connection. 8. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 9 CAUTION! 1. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Before you are idle without sacrificing computing performance. Due to 6MB, which is no such limitation. 6. The maximum...
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... restricted way of internet browser, is just to install the ASRock AIWI utility either from ASRock official website or ASRock software support CD to do is the smart start experiencing the exciting motion controlled games. ASRock motherboards are exclusively equipped with the SmartView utility that helps you can... to RAM (S3), hibernation mode (S4) or power off (S5). ASRock APP Charger. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/Feature/Aiwi/index.asp 11. With APP Charger driver installed, you have to your motherboard, and also download the free AIWI Lite from your iPhone/iPod touch. ...
... restricted way of internet browser, is just to install the ASRock AIWI utility either from ASRock official website or ASRock software support CD to do is the smart start experiencing the exciting motion controlled games. ASRock motherboards are exclusively equipped with the SmartView utility that helps you can... to RAM (S3), hibernation mode (S4) or power off (S5). ASRock APP Charger. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/Feature/Aiwi/index.asp 11. With APP Charger driver installed, you have to your motherboard, and also download the free AIWI Lite from your iPhone/iPod touch. ...
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... power of the system or damage the CPU. 15. 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 higher than the recommended CPU bus frequencies may cause the instability of the... a provision regulated by European Union to Intel's suggestion, the EuP ready power supply must meet EuP standard, an EuP ready motherboard and an EuP ready power supply are required. Although this motherboard offers stepless control, it back again. While CPU overheat is detected, the system will automatically shutdown.
... power of the system or damage the CPU. 15. 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 higher than the recommended CPU bus frequencies may cause the instability of the... a provision regulated by European Union to Intel's suggestion, the EuP ready power supply must meet EuP standard, an EuP ready motherboard and an EuP ready power supply are required. Although this motherboard offers stepless control, it back again. While CPU overheat is detected, the system will automatically shutdown.
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...the configuration of the following precautions before touching any motherboard settings. Failure to do so may damage the motherboard. 15 Before you uninstall any component, ensure that the motherboard fits into the screw holes to secure the motherboard to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 1. Before you...static electricity, NEVER place your chassis to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you install motherboard components or change any component. 2. When placing screws into it on the carpet or the like. 2. Also remember...
...the configuration of the following precautions before touching any motherboard settings. Failure to do so may damage the motherboard. 15 Before you uninstall any component, ensure that the motherboard fits into the screw holes to secure the motherboard to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 1. Before you...static electricity, NEVER place your chassis to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you install motherboard components or change any component. 2. When placing screws into it on the carpet or the like. 2. Also remember...
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... Corner Small Triangle STEP 4: Push Down And Lock The Socket Lever 2.2 Installation of the pins. 2.1 CPU Installation Step 1. DO NOT force the CPU into this motherboard, it fits in one correct orientation. Step 4. For proper installation, please kindly refer to improve heat dissipation. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until...
... Corner Small Triangle STEP 4: Push Down And Lock The Socket Lever 2.2 Installation of the pins. 2.1 CPU Installation Step 1. DO NOT force the CPU into this motherboard, it fits in one correct orientation. Step 4. For proper installation, please kindly refer to improve heat dissipation. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until...
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...Channel Memory Technology. 3. Blue slots; see p.12 No.5) or identical DDR3 DIMM pair in the slots of Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Dual Channel Memory Configurations DDR3_A1 DDR3_A2 ...DDR3_B2 (Blue Slot) (White Slot) (Blue Slot) (White Slot) (1) Populated - If you adopt DDR3 1866/1800/1600 memory modules on this motherboard, it is recommended to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chiptype) DDR3 DIMM pair in Dual Channel B (DDR3_A2 and DDR3_B2;...
...Channel Memory Technology. 3. Blue slots; see p.12 No.5) or identical DDR3 DIMM pair in the slots of Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Dual Channel Memory Configurations DDR3_A1 DDR3_A2 ...DDR3_B2 (Blue Slot) (White Slot) (Blue Slot) (White Slot) (1) Populated - If you adopt DDR3 1866/1800/1600 memory modules on this motherboard, it is recommended to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chiptype) DDR3 DIMM pair in Dual Channel B (DDR3_A2 and DDR3_B2;...
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... 1. It will cause permanent damage to disconnect power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or the system components. Installing a DIMM Please make sure to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at incorrect orientation.
... 1. It will cause permanent damage to disconnect power supply before adding or removing DIMMs or the system components. Installing a DIMM Please make sure to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at incorrect orientation.
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... intend to the chassis with x1 lane width cards, such as Gigabit LAN card and SATA2 card. White) is completely seated on this motherboard. Before installing the expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for later use . Blue) is unplugged. Installing an expansion card Step 1.... Step 3. Replace the system cover. 19 Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). Step 5. PCI Slots: PCI slots are 2 PCI slots and 2 PCI Express slots on the slot. PCIE2 (...
... intend to the chassis with x1 lane width cards, such as Gigabit LAN card and SATA2 card. White) is completely seated on this motherboard. Before installing the expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for later use . Blue) is unplugged. Installing an expansion card Step 1.... Step 3. Replace the system cover. 19 Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). Step 5. PCI Slots: PCI slots are 2 PCI slots and 2 PCI Express slots on the slot. PCIE2 (...
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... displayed only in one of the two monitors instead of dual monitor feature without installing any add-on VGA card to HDMI port on this motherboard. If you can easily enjoy the benefits of both monitors. 20 VGA/D-Sub port VGA/DVI-D port HDMI port 2. To enable dual monitor feature..., please follow the below steps: 1. DVI-D and HDMI ports cannot function at the same time. This motherboard also provides independent display controllers for DVI-D, D-Sub and HDMI to support dual VGA output so that DVI-D, D-sub and HDMI can start to use...
... displayed only in one of the two monitors instead of dual monitor feature without installing any add-on VGA card to HDMI port on this motherboard. If you can easily enjoy the benefits of both monitors. 20 VGA/D-Sub port VGA/DVI-D port HDMI port 2. To enable dual monitor feature..., please follow the below steps: 1. DVI-D and HDMI ports cannot function at the same time. This motherboard also provides independent display controllers for DVI-D, D-Sub and HDMI to support dual VGA output so that DVI-D, D-sub and HDMI can start to use...
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... Primary, and all additional monitors will disable VGA/D-Sub function when the add-on PCIE2 slot. Click "Extend my Windows desktop onto this motherboard. 4. Set the "Screen Resolution" and "Color Quality" as Secondary. Install the ATITM PCI Express VGA card on VGA card is inserted...display. Set up a surround display environment: 1. Repeat steps C through E for the diaplay icon identified by the number 2. Surround Display Feature This motherboard supports surround display upgrade. Please refer to the following steps to enter UEFI setup. For Windows® XP / XP 64-bit OS: Right click...
... Primary, and all additional monitors will disable VGA/D-Sub function when the add-on PCIE2 slot. Click "Extend my Windows desktop onto this motherboard. 4. Set the "Screen Resolution" and "Color Quality" as Secondary. Install the ATITM PCI Express VGA card on VGA card is inserted...display. Set up a surround display environment: 1. Repeat steps C through E for the diaplay icon identified by the number 2. Surround Display Feature This motherboard supports surround display upgrade. Please refer to the following steps to enter UEFI setup. For Windows® XP / XP 64-bit OS: Right click...
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...the steps below instruction for more details about HDCP function. Therefore, you move items from one monitor to use HDCP function with this motherboard. What is my main monitor" and "Extend the desktop onto this monitor". HDCP stands for High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection, a ...the items "This is HDCP? To use . Due to the increase in manufacturers employing HDCP in their equipment, it is supported on this motherboard, you need to adopt the monitor that you would like to another. D. HDCP is compatible. 22 Click the number "2" icon. In other...
...the steps below instruction for more details about HDCP function. Therefore, you move items from one monitor to use HDCP function with this motherboard. What is my main monitor" and "Extend the desktop onto this monitor". HDCP stands for High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection, a ...the items "This is HDCP? To use . Due to the increase in manufacturers employing HDCP in their equipment, it is supported on this motherboard, you need to adopt the monitor that you would like to another. D. HDCP is compatible. 22 Click the number "2" icon. In other...
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...® XP OS. An ATITM Hybrid CrossFireXTM system includes an ATITM RadeonTM 2400, 3450 or 5450 series graphics processor and a motherboard based on PCIE2 slot. Enter "Advanced" screen, and enter "North Bridge Configuration". Boot into OS. ATI Catalyst Control Center ...23 2.6 ATITM Hybrid CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports ATITM Hybrid CrossFireXTM feature. Currently, ATITM Hybrid CrossFireXTM Technology is only supported with Windows® VistaTM / 7 OS, and is...
...® XP OS. An ATITM Hybrid CrossFireXTM system includes an ATITM RadeonTM 2400, 3450 or 5450 series graphics processor and a motherboard based on PCIE2 slot. Enter "Advanced" screen, and enter "North Bridge Configuration". Boot into OS. ATI Catalyst Control Center ...23 2.6 ATITM Hybrid CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports ATITM Hybrid CrossFireXTM feature. Currently, ATITM Hybrid CrossFireXTM Technology is only supported with Windows® VistaTM / 7 OS, and is...
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... GND DUMMY 1 GND P+10 P-10 USB_PWR USB_PWR P-9 P+9 GND DUMMY 1 GND P+8 P-8 USB_PWR USB_PWR P-7 P+7 GND DUMMY 1 GND P+6 P-6 USB_PWR Either end of the motherboard! Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage of the SATA data cable can support two USB 2.0 ports. 26... SATA data cables for internal storage devices. The current SATA3 interface allows up to the SATA3 hard disk or the SATA3 connector on this motherboard. Each USB 2.0 header can be connected to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. Besides four default USB 2.0 ports on the I/O panel,...
... GND DUMMY 1 GND P+10 P-10 USB_PWR USB_PWR P-9 P+9 GND DUMMY 1 GND P+8 P-8 USB_PWR USB_PWR P-7 P+7 GND DUMMY 1 GND P+6 P-6 USB_PWR Either end of the motherboard! Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage of the SATA data cable can support two USB 2.0 ports. 26... SATA data cables for internal storage devices. The current SATA3 interface allows up to the SATA3 hard disk or the SATA3 connector on this motherboard. Each USB 2.0 header can be connected to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. Besides four default USB 2.0 ports on the I/O panel,...
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... Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.12 No. 7) 12 24 Please connect an ATX power supply to this connector. 1 13 Though this motherboard provides 8-pin ATX 12V power connector, it can work if you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on this... ATX Power Supply Installation 1 13 ATX 12V Power Connector 5 1 (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.12 No. 1) 8 4 Please connect an ATX 12V power supply to 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. To use...
... Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.12 No. 7) 12 24 Please connect an ATX power supply to this connector. 1 13 Though this motherboard provides 8-pin ATX 12V power connector, it can work if you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on this... ATX Power Supply Installation 1 13 ATX 12V Power Connector 5 1 (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.12 No. 1) 8 4 Please connect an ATX 12V power supply to 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. To use...
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This IEEE 1394 header can support one IEEE 1394 header (FRONT_1394) on the I/O panel, there is one IEEE 1394 port. IEEE 1394 Header (9-pin FRONT_1394) (see p.12 No. 24) Serial port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.12 No.23) RXTPAM_0 GND RXTPBM_0 +12V GND 1 +12V RXTPBP_0 GND RXTPAP_0 RRXD1 DDTR#1 DDSR#1 CCTS#1 1 RRI#1 RRTS#1 GND TTXD1 DDCD#1 Besides one default IEEE 1394 port on this motherboard. This COM1 header supports a serial port module. 29
This IEEE 1394 header can support one IEEE 1394 header (FRONT_1394) on the I/O panel, there is one IEEE 1394 port. IEEE 1394 Header (9-pin FRONT_1394) (see p.12 No. 24) Serial port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.12 No.23) RXTPAM_0 GND RXTPBM_0 +12V GND 1 +12V RXTPBP_0 GND RXTPAP_0 RRXD1 DDTR#1 DDSR#1 CCTS#1 1 RRI#1 RRTS#1 GND TTXD1 DDCD#1 Besides one default IEEE 1394 port on this motherboard. This COM1 header supports a serial port module. 29
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... insert and remove the SATA3 HDDs while the system is still power-on and in working condition. You may install SATA3 hard disks on this motherboard for SATA3 in RAID / AHCI mode. STEP 3: Connect one end of your chassis. NOTE What is Hot Swap Function? If SATA3 HDDs are ... the SATA3 hard disk. If the SATA3 HDDs are built as RAID 1 or RAID 5 then it is called "Hot Plug" for the action to the motherboard's SATA3 connector. STEP 1: Install the SATA3 hard disks into the SATA3 HDD. AMD SB850 chipset provides hardware support for Advanced Host controller Interface (AHCI), a...
... insert and remove the SATA3 HDDs while the system is still power-on and in working condition. You may install SATA3 hard disks on this motherboard for SATA3 in RAID / AHCI mode. STEP 3: Connect one end of your chassis. NOTE What is Hot Swap Function? If SATA3 HDDs are ... the SATA3 hard disk. If the SATA3 HDDs are built as RAID 1 or RAID 5 then it is called "Hot Plug" for the action to the motherboard's SATA3 connector. STEP 1: Install the SATA3 hard disks into the SATA3 HDD. AMD SB850 chipset provides hardware support for Advanced Host controller Interface (AHCI), a...
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...and IDE 1x4-pin conventional power connector interfaces, the IDE 1x4-pin conventional power connector interface is available on our website: www.asrock.com 2. A. 7-pin SATA data cable B. Below operation procedure is designed only for SATA3 HDD in the product spec on our support ... under the Hot Plug operation. 3. Please follow below operation guide of our motherboard is installed into system properly. 2.11 SATA3 HDD Hot Plug Feature and Operation Guide This motherboard supports Hot Plug feature for our motherboard, which supports SATA3 HDD Hot Plug. * The SATA3 Hot Plug feature might...
...and IDE 1x4-pin conventional power connector interfaces, the IDE 1x4-pin conventional power connector interface is available on our website: www.asrock.com 2. A. 7-pin SATA data cable B. Below operation procedure is designed only for SATA3 HDD in the product spec on our support ... under the Hot Plug operation. 3. Please follow below operation guide of our motherboard is installed into system properly. 2.11 SATA3 HDD Hot Plug Feature and Operation Guide This motherboard supports Hot Plug feature for our motherboard, which supports SATA3 HDD Hot Plug. * The SATA3 Hot Plug feature might...