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...BIOS Menu Bar 32 3.1.2 Navigation Keys 33 3.2 Main Screen 33 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen 34 3.4 Advanced Screen 38 3.4.1 CPU Configuration 39 3.4.2 Chipset Configuration 40 3.4.3 ACPI Configuration 41 3.4.4 Storage Configuration 43 3.4.5 PCIPnP Configuration 44 3.4.6 Floppy Configuration 45 ... Configuration 49 3.7 Security Screen 50 3.8 Exit Screen 51 4. Software Support 52 4.1 Install Operating System 52 4.2 Support CD Information 52 4.2.1 Running Support CD 52 4.2.2 Drivers Menu 52 4.2.3 Utilities Menu 52 4.2.4 Contact Information 52 4 3.
...BIOS Menu Bar 32 3.1.2 Navigation Keys 33 3.2 Main Screen 33 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen 34 3.4 Advanced Screen 38 3.4.1 CPU Configuration 39 3.4.2 Chipset Configuration 40 3.4.3 ACPI Configuration 41 3.4.4 Storage Configuration 43 3.4.5 PCIPnP Configuration 44 3.4.6 Floppy Configuration 45 ... Configuration 49 3.7 Security Screen 50 3.8 Exit Screen 51 4. Software Support 52 4.1 Install Operating System 52 4.2 Support CD Information 52 4.2.1 Running Support CD 52 4.2.2 Drivers Menu 52 4.2.3 Utilities Menu 52 4.2.4 Contact Information 52 4 3.
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... change without further notice. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 960GC-GS FX Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) ASRock 960GC-GS FX Quick Installation Guide ASRock 960GC-GS FX Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... Because the motherboard ... 1 and 2 contain introduction of the Support CD. 1. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock's commitment to AHCI mode. 5 In...
... change without further notice. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 960GC-GS FX Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) ASRock 960GC-GS FX Quick Installation Guide ASRock 960GC-GS FX Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... Because the motherboard ... 1 and 2 contain introduction of the Support CD. 1. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock's commitment to AHCI mode. 5 In...
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... - capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 3) - 2 x DDR2 DIMM slots - Supports D-Sub with ACC feature (Advanced Clock Calibration) - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio LAN - Micro ATX Form Factor - Support for Socket AM2+ / AM2 processors: AMD PhenomTM FX / Phenom / Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core / Athlon X2 Dual-Core / Athlon...
... - capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 3) - 2 x DDR2 DIMM slots - Supports D-Sub with ACC feature (Advanced Clock Calibration) - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio LAN - Micro ATX Form Factor - Support for Socket AM2+ / AM2 processors: AMD PhenomTM FX / Phenom / Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core / Athlon X2 Dual-Core / Athlon...
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... pin ATX power connector - 1 x 4 pin 12V power connector - 1 x CD In header - 1 x Front panel audio connector - 1 x SPDIF Out connector - 3 x USB 2.0 headers (support 6 USB 2.0 ports) - 16Mb AMI Legal BIOS - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer - Supports jumperfree - Rear Panel I /O Panel - 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port - 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port - 1 x Serial Port: COM1 - 1 x D-Sub Port - 4 x USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x RJ-45 LAN...
... pin ATX power connector - 1 x 4 pin 12V power connector - 1 x CD In header - 1 x Front panel audio connector - 1 x SPDIF Out connector - 3 x USB 2.0 headers (support 6 USB 2.0 ports) - 16Mb AMI Legal BIOS - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer - Supports jumperfree - Rear Panel I /O Panel - 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port - 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port - 1 x Serial Port: COM1 - 1 x D-Sub Port - 4 x USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x RJ-45 LAN...
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... For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with 64-bit CPU, there is supported depends on the AM3/AM3+ CPU you want to adopt DDR3 1866/1600 memory module on this ...supports CPU up to our website for possible damage caused by overclocking. Microsoft® Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit / XP / XP Media Center / XP 64-bit compliant Certifications - We are not responsible for CPU support list. Please refer to 95W. ASRock website: http://www.asrock...
... For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with 64-bit CPU, there is supported depends on the AM3/AM3+ CPU you want to adopt DDR3 1866/1600 memory module on this ...supports CPU up to our website for possible damage caused by overclocking. Microsoft® Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit / XP / XP Media Center / XP 64-bit compliant Certifications - We are not responsible for CPU support list. Please refer to 95W. ASRock website: http://www.asrock...
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... Configuration Table below. If you want to install two memory modules, for optimal compatibility and reliability, it is only supported by installing AM2/ AM2+/AM3 CPU. 16 DDR2 memory module is recommended to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR2/...of yellow slots (DDRII_1 and DDRII_2). 2. Blue slots; 2.3 Installation of the same color. otherwise, this motherboard, it is only supported by installing AM3/AM3+ CPU. For dual channel configuration, you have to install a DDR3 memory module into DDR2 slot or install a DDR2 memory module into ...
... Configuration Table below. If you want to install two memory modules, for optimal compatibility and reliability, it is only supported by installing AM2/ AM2+/AM3 CPU. 16 DDR2 memory module is recommended to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR2/...of yellow slots (DDRII_1 and DDRII_2). 2. Blue slots; 2.3 Installation of the same color. otherwise, this motherboard, it is only supported by installing AM3/AM3+ CPU. For dual channel configuration, you have to install a DDR3 memory module into DDR2 slot or install a DDR2 memory module into ...
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...12 No. 1) Please connect an ATX 12V power supply to this motherboard, please connect it can work if you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the ground pin. Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation ATX Power Connector 12 24 (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.12 No. 5)... Please connect an ATX power supply to this connector. 1 13 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. Though this motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector,...
...12 No. 1) Please connect an ATX 12V power supply to this motherboard, please connect it can work if you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the ground pin. Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation ATX Power Connector 12 24 (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.12 No. 5)... Please connect an ATX power supply to this connector. 1 13 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. Though this motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector,...
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... 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS on your system. B. Using SATA / SATA2 HDDs without RAID functions, please follow below steps. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to [Manual]. A. 2.12.2 Installing Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit /... 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS on your system. 2.13 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 ...
... 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS on your system. B. Using SATA / SATA2 HDDs without RAID functions, please follow below steps. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to [Manual]. A. 2.12.2 Installing Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit /... 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS on your system. 2.13 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 ...
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... is [Enabled]. Configuration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. The default value is [Enabled]. Enhance Halt State (C1E) All processors support the Halt State (C1). Please set to enable or disable AMD's Cool 'n' QuietTM technology. In the C1 power state, the ... some memory modules or power supplies. CPU Thermal Throttle Use this function may reduce CPU voltage and memory frequency, and lead to keep the CPU from the chipset. Configuration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. 3.4.1 CPU Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced CPU Configuration Cool' n' Quiet Secure Virtual ...
... is [Enabled]. Configuration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. The default value is [Enabled]. Enhance Halt State (C1E) All processors support the Halt State (C1). Please set to enable or disable AMD's Cool 'n' QuietTM technology. In the C1 power state, the ... some memory modules or power supplies. CPU Thermal Throttle Use this function may reduce CPU voltage and memory frequency, and lead to keep the CPU from the chipset. Configuration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. 3.4.1 CPU Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced CPU Configuration Cool' n' Quiet Secure Virtual ...
Quick Installation Guide
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... the user manual presented in Storage Configuration to this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock 960GC-GS FX 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. To get better performance in Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM...
... the user manual presented in Storage Configuration to this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock 960GC-GS FX 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. To get better performance in Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM...
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...(OC)/1600(OC)/1333/1066 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 1) - Supports Wake-On-LAN English 5 ASRock 960GC-GS FX Motherboard resolution up to 2048x1536 @ 60Hz - 5.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec) - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio LAN - Support for Socket AM3 processors: AMD PhenomTM II X6 / X4 / X3 / X2 (except...
...(OC)/1600(OC)/1333/1066 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 1) - Supports Wake-On-LAN English 5 ASRock 960GC-GS FX Motherboard resolution up to 2048x1536 @ 60Hz - 5.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec) - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio LAN - Support for Socket AM3 processors: AMD PhenomTM II X6 / X4 / X3 / X2 (except...
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..., AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), CyberLink MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial, Google Chrome Browser and Toolbar - CPU/Chassis Temperature Sensing - Supports PXE I /O Storage Connector BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor 6 - Supports "Plug and Play" - SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Multi-Speed Control ASRock 960GC-GS FX Motherboard Supports jumperfree - English Rear Panel I /O Panel - 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port - 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port - 1 x Serial...
..., AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), CyberLink MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial, Google Chrome Browser and Toolbar - CPU/Chassis Temperature Sensing - Supports PXE I /O Storage Connector BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor 6 - Supports "Plug and Play" - SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Multi-Speed Control ASRock 960GC-GS FX Motherboard Supports jumperfree - English Rear Panel I /O Panel - 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port - 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port - 1 x Serial...
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... WARNING Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with 64-bit CPU, there is supported depends on our website for system usage under Windows® 8 / 7 / VistaTM / XP. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 3. For Windows® 64-bit OS with overclocking, including adjusting the... memory speed is no such limitation. 8 ASRock 960GC-GS FX Motherboard English If you want to adopt DDR3 1866/1600 memory module on this motherboard, please refer to 95W. This motherboard supports CPU up to the memory support list on the AM3/AM3+ CPU you adopt. ASRock website: http://www...
... WARNING Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with 64-bit CPU, there is supported depends on our website for system usage under Windows® 8 / 7 / VistaTM / XP. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 3. For Windows® 64-bit OS with overclocking, including adjusting the... memory speed is no such limitation. 8 ASRock 960GC-GS FX Motherboard English If you want to adopt DDR3 1866/1600 memory module on this motherboard, please refer to 95W. This motherboard supports CPU up to the memory support list on the AM3/AM3+ CPU you adopt. ASRock website: http://www...
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...ASRock 960GC-GS FX Motherboard Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation ATX Power Connector 12 24 (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.2 No. 4) GND 1 2 3 4 Please connect the CPU fan cable to the connector and match the black wire to the ground pin. Though this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU... fan still can work if you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on this connector. CPU Fan Connector FAN_SPEED_CONTROL (4-pin CPU_FAN1) ...
...ASRock 960GC-GS FX Motherboard Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation ATX Power Connector 12 24 (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.2 No. 4) GND 1 2 3 4 Please connect the CPU fan cable to the connector and match the black wire to the ground pin. Though this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU... fan still can work if you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on this connector. CPU Fan Connector FAN_SPEED_CONTROL (4-pin CPU_FAN1) ...