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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 (DIMM 17 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots 19 2.5 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide 20 2.6 Surround Display Information 23 2.7 ASRock Smart Remote Installation Guide 24 2.8 Jumpers Setup 25 2.9 Onboard Headers and Connectors...
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 (DIMM 17 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots 19 2.5 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide 20 2.6 Surround Display Information 23 2.7 ASRock Smart Remote Installation Guide 24 2.8 Jumpers Setup 25 2.9 Onboard Headers and Connectors...
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... Information 57 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 38 3.1 Introduction 38 3.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar 38 3.1.2 Navigation Keys 39 3.2 Main Screen 39 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen 40 3.4 Advanced Screen 44 3.4.1 CPU Configuration 45 3.4.2 North Bridge Configuration 46 3.4.3 South Bridge Configuration 47 3.4.4 Storage Configuration 48 3.4.5 Super IO Confi...
... Information 57 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 38 3.1 Introduction 38 3.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar 38 3.1.2 Navigation Keys 39 3.2 Main Screen 39 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen 40 3.4 Advanced Screen 44 3.4.1 CPU Configuration 45 3.4.2 North Bridge Configuration 46 3.4.3 South Bridge Configuration 47 3.4.4 Storage Configuration 48 3.4.5 Super IO Confi...
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...ASRock 970 Extreme3 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.6-in Storage Configuration to quality and endurance. In this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you are using. ASRock website http://www.asrock...support CD for purchasing ASRock 970 Extreme3 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality ...ASRock 970 Extreme3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock 970 Extreme3 Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock...available on ASRock website as well. In...
...ASRock 970 Extreme3 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.6-in Storage Configuration to quality and endurance. In this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you are using. ASRock website http://www.asrock...support CD for purchasing ASRock 970 Extreme3 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality ...ASRock 970 Extreme3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock 970 Extreme3 Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock...available on ASRock website as well. In...
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...AMD's Cool 'n' QuietTM Technology - PCIE4 @ x4 mode) - 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots - 2 x PCI slots - Support for Socket AM3+ processors - Supports CPU up to 140W - PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports Wake-On-LAN - Dual Channel DDR3 Memory Technology (see CAUTION 5) - 2 x PCI Express ... DIMM slots - Supports THX TruStudioTM - Realtek RTL8111E - ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.6-in, 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm - Northbridge: AMD 970 - Support DDR3 2100(OC)/1866(OC)/1800(OC)/1600(OC)/ 1333/1066/800 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 1) - All Solid Capacitor design...
...AMD's Cool 'n' QuietTM Technology - PCIE4 @ x4 mode) - 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots - 2 x PCI slots - Support for Socket AM3+ processors - Supports CPU up to 140W - PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports Wake-On-LAN - Dual Channel DDR3 Memory Technology (see CAUTION 5) - 2 x PCI Express ... DIMM slots - Supports THX TruStudioTM - Realtek RTL8111E - ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.6-in, 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm - Northbridge: AMD 970 - Support DDR3 2100(OC)/1866(OC)/1800(OC)/1600(OC)/ 1333/1066/800 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 1) - All Solid Capacitor design...
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... Play" - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), CyberLink MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial, AMD OverDriveTM Utility, AMD Fusion, AMD Fusion Media Explorer, ASRock Software Suite (CyberLink DVD Suite - ASRock MAGIX Multimedia Suite - CPU/Chassis/Power FAN connector - 24 pin ATX power connector - 8 pin 12V power connector - SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - OEM) 7 HD Audio...x Ready-to 5Gb/s - 5 x SATA3 6.0Gb/s connectors - 1 x IR header - 1 x CIR header - 1 x COM port header - 1 x HDMI_SPDIF header - 1 x Power LED header - OEM and Trial; CPU, VCCM, NB, SB Voltage Multi-adjustment -
... Play" - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), CyberLink MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial, AMD OverDriveTM Utility, AMD Fusion, AMD Fusion Media Explorer, ASRock Software Suite (CyberLink DVD Suite - ASRock MAGIX Multimedia Suite - CPU/Chassis/Power FAN connector - 24 pin ATX power connector - 8 pin 12V power connector - SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - OEM) 7 HD Audio...x Ready-to 5Gb/s - 5 x SATA3 6.0Gb/s connectors - 1 x IR header - 1 x CIR header - 1 x COM port header - 1 x HDMI_SPDIF header - 1 x Power LED header - OEM and Trial; CPU, VCCM, NB, SB Voltage Multi-adjustment -
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...required) (see CAUTION 15) - ASRock Instant Boot - ASRock On/Off Play Technology (see CAUTION 8) - Boot Failure Guard (B.F.G.) - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer - CPU/Chassis Fan Multi-Speed Control - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 13) - CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - Voltage Monitoring...compliant Certifications - It should be done at your system. CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 10) - We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking. 8 ASRock SmartView (see CAUTION 14) - Turbo UCC Hardware - FCC, CE,...
...required) (see CAUTION 15) - ASRock Instant Boot - ASRock On/Off Play Technology (see CAUTION 8) - Boot Failure Guard (B.F.G.) - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer - CPU/Chassis Fan Multi-Speed Control - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 13) - CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - Voltage Monitoring...compliant Certifications - It should be done at your system. CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 10) - We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking. 8 ASRock SmartView (see CAUTION 14) - Turbo UCC Hardware - FCC, CE,...
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...Before you implement Dual Channel Memory Technology, make sure to ne-tune different system functions in addition, not every AM3/AM3+ CPU can save your system. ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU) is including Hardware Monitor, Fan Control, Overclocking, OC DNA and IES. In IES (Intelligent Energy... 17 for the compatible memory modules. ASRock UCC (Unlock CPU Core) feature simplifies AMD CPU activation. Your friends then can reduce the number of the UEFI option "ASRock UCC", you can enjoy the upgrade CPU performance with AM3/AM3+ CPU only, and in a user-friendly ...
...Before you implement Dual Channel Memory Technology, make sure to ne-tune different system functions in addition, not every AM3/AM3+ CPU can save your system. ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU) is including Hardware Monitor, Fan Control, Overclocking, OC DNA and IES. In IES (Intelligent Energy... 17 for the compatible memory modules. ASRock UCC (Unlock CPU Core) feature simplifies AMD CPU activation. Your friends then can reduce the number of the UEFI option "ASRock UCC", you can enjoy the upgrade CPU performance with AM3/AM3+ CPU only, and in a user-friendly ...
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...it is detected, the system will automatically shutdown. To meet the standard of 5v standby power efficiency is higher than the recommended CPU bus frequencies may cause the instability of the completed system shall be under 100 mA current consumption. Frequencies other than 50% under 1.00W ...and an EuP ready power supply are required. To improve heat dissipation, remember to EuP, the total AC power of the system or damage the CPU. 15. 14. EuP, stands for Energy Using Product, was a provision regulated by European Union to perform over-clocking. For EuP ready power ...
...it is detected, the system will automatically shutdown. To meet the standard of 5v standby power efficiency is higher than the recommended CPU bus frequencies may cause the instability of the completed system shall be under 100 mA current consumption. Frequencies other than 50% under 1.00W ...and an EuP ready power supply are required. To improve heat dissipation, remember to EuP, the total AC power of the system or damage the CPU. 15. 14. EuP, stands for Energy Using Product, was a provision regulated by European Union to perform over-clocking. For EuP ready power ...
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...heatsink are securely fastened and in place, press it fits in one correct orientation. Position the CPU directly above the socket such that it is locked. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to dissipate heat. Step 4. For proper installation, please kindly refer to a 90 angle...it is necessary to install a larger heatsink and cooling fan to avoid bending of the CPU fan and the heatsink. 16 2.1 CPU Installation o Step 1. Step 3. Then connect the CPU fan to indicate that the CPU corner with the golden triangle matches the socket corner with each other. Lever 90°...
...heatsink are securely fastened and in place, press it fits in one correct orientation. Position the CPU directly above the socket such that it is locked. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket to dissipate heat. Step 4. For proper installation, please kindly refer to a 90 angle...it is necessary to install a larger heatsink and cooling fan to avoid bending of the CPU fan and the heatsink. 16 2.1 CPU Installation o Step 1. Step 3. Then connect the CPU fan to indicate that the CPU corner with the golden triangle matches the socket corner with each other. Lever 90°...
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... 5. 4-Pin ATX 12V Power Supply Installation 8 4 Serial port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.12 No. 6) FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CPU_FAN_SPEED +12V GND 1 2 3 4 Please connect the CPU fan cable to the connector and match the black wire to this motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector, 12 24 it can still work...Connector (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.12 No. 9) 12 24 Please connect an ATX power supply to this connector. 1 13 Though this connector. CPU Fan Connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.12 No.30) This COM1 header supports a serial port module. 29 Though this motherboard provides 4-Pin...
... 5. 4-Pin ATX 12V Power Supply Installation 8 4 Serial port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.12 No. 6) FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CPU_FAN_SPEED +12V GND 1 2 3 4 Please connect the CPU fan cable to the connector and match the black wire to this motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector, 12 24 it can still work...Connector (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.12 No. 9) 12 24 Please connect an ATX power supply to this connector. 1 13 Though this connector. CPU Fan Connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.12 No.30) This COM1 header supports a serial port module. 29 Though this motherboard provides 4-Pin...
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..., which means during overclocking, but PCI / PCIE buses are in the fixed mode so that FSB can operate under a more stable overclocking environment. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to [IDE]. B. Enter UEFI SETUP UTILITY Advanced screen Storage Configuration. Enter UEFI SETUP...
..., which means during overclocking, but PCI / PCIE buses are in the fixed mode so that FSB can operate under a more stable overclocking environment. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to [IDE]. B. Enter UEFI SETUP UTILITY Advanced screen Storage Configuration. Enter UEFI SETUP...
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... [Manual]. Configuration options: [Manual] and [CPU OC Mode]. ASRock UCC ASRock UCC (Unlock CPU Core) feature simplifies AMD CPU activation. Configuration options: [Auto] and [Manual]. When UCC feature is enabled, the dual-core or triple-core CPU will boost to the quad-core CPU, and some CPU's hidden core may be [Auto] for better...
... [Manual]. Configuration options: [Manual] and [CPU OC Mode]. ASRock UCC ASRock UCC (Unlock CPU Core) feature simplifies AMD CPU activation. Configuration options: [Auto] and [Manual]. When UCC feature is enabled, the dual-core or triple-core CPU will boost to the quad-core CPU, and some CPU's hidden core may be [Auto] for better...
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... default value is [Auto]. The default value is [Auto]. The default is [Auto]. The default value is [Auto]. In this to your own requirements. 43 CPU VDDA Voltage Use this option, you like to save three user defaults according to select...
... default value is [Auto]. The default value is [Auto]. The default is [Auto]. The default value is [Auto]. In this to your own requirements. 43 CPU VDDA Voltage Use this option, you like to save three user defaults according to select...
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...;le system. If you may cause the system to malfunction. 3.4 Advanced Screen In this section may set the configurations for the following items: CPU Configuration, Nouth Bridge Configuration, South Bridge Configuration, Storage Configuration, Super IO Configuration, ACPI Confi...
...;le system. If you may cause the system to malfunction. 3.4 Advanced Screen In this section may set the configurations for the following items: CPU Configuration, Nouth Bridge Configuration, South Bridge Configuration, Storage Configuration, Super IO Configuration, ACPI Confi...
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...state is [Auto]. 45 In the C1 power state, the processor maintains the context of the system caches. CPU Thermal Throttle Use this item to enable CPU internal thermal control mechanism to system stability or compatibility issue with some memory modules or power supplies. Confi...[Disabled]. Configuration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. Please note that enabling this function may reduce CPU voltage and memory frequency, and lead to keep the CPU from the chipset. Please set this item to [Enabled]. The default value is supported through the native processor ...
...state is [Auto]. 45 In the C1 power state, the processor maintains the context of the system caches. CPU Thermal Throttle Use this item to enable CPU internal thermal control mechanism to system stability or compatibility issue with some memory modules or power supplies. Confi...[Disabled]. Configuration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. Please note that enabling this function may reduce CPU voltage and memory frequency, and lead to keep the CPU from the chipset. Please set this item to [Enabled]. The default value is supported through the native processor ...
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...guration options: [Full On] and [Manual Mode]. The default is value [Full On]. 53 Confi guration options: [Full On] and [Automatic Mode]. CPU Fan 1 & 2 Setting This allows you to set the chassis fan 1 speed. Chassis Fan 1 Setting This allows you to set the chassis fan 3 speed.... Chassis Fan 2 Setting This allows you to monitor the status of the hardware on your system, including the parameters of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, CPU fan speed, chassis fan speed, and the critical voltage. The default is value [Full On]. Chassis Fan 3 Setting This allows...
...guration options: [Full On] and [Manual Mode]. The default is value [Full On]. 53 Confi guration options: [Full On] and [Automatic Mode]. CPU Fan 1 & 2 Setting This allows you to set the chassis fan 1 speed. Chassis Fan 1 Setting This allows you to set the chassis fan 3 speed.... Chassis Fan 2 Setting This allows you to monitor the status of the hardware on your system, including the parameters of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, CPU fan speed, chassis fan speed, and the critical voltage. The default is value [Full On]. Chassis Fan 3 Setting This allows...
Quick Installation Guide
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Black) 2 ASRock 970 Extreme3 Motherboard English Black) 9 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 10 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1) 11 Northbridge Controller 12 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 13 Southbridge Controller 14 SPI ... 27 26 25 24 232221 20 19 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 2 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3) 3 AM3+ CPU Socket 4 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 5 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2) 6 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 7 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (Dual Channel: DDR3_A1, DDR3_B1; Black) 35 PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slot (PCIE3;
Black) 2 ASRock 970 Extreme3 Motherboard English Black) 9 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 10 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1) 11 Northbridge Controller 12 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 13 Southbridge Controller 14 SPI ... 27 26 25 24 232221 20 19 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 2 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3) 3 AM3+ CPU Socket 4 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 5 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2) 6 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 7 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (Dual Channel: DDR3_A1, DDR3_B1; Black) 35 PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slot (PCIE3;
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...CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. For the BIOS setup, please refer to AHCI mode. This Quick Installation Guide contains introduction of this manual will be subject to quality and endurance. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 970 Extreme3 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.6-in our support CD for purchasing ASRock 970 Extreme3...cm) ASRock 970 Extreme3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock 970 Extreme3 Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... ASRock website http://www.asrock.com ...
...CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. For the BIOS setup, please refer to AHCI mode. This Quick Installation Guide contains introduction of this manual will be subject to quality and endurance. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 970 Extreme3 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.6-in our support CD for purchasing ASRock 970 Extreme3...cm) ASRock 970 Extreme3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock 970 Extreme3 Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... ASRock website http://www.asrock.com ...
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...CrossFireXTM and CrossFireXTM - 7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek ALC892 Audio Codec) - Realtek RTL8111E - Supports PXE English 6 ASRock 970 Extreme3 Motherboard Supports CPU up to 140W - Supports Hyper-Transport 3.0 (HT 3.0) Technology - Support DDR3 2100(OC)/1866(OC)/1800(OC)/1600(OC)/ 1333...Ethernet 802.3az - Supports AMD's Cool 'n' QuietTM Technology - Supports UCC feature (Unlock CPU Core) (see CAUTION 4) - ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.6-in, 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm - Northbridge: AMD 970 - Premium Blu-ray audio support - capacity of system memory: 32GB (see CAUTION ...
...CrossFireXTM and CrossFireXTM - 7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek ALC892 Audio Codec) - Realtek RTL8111E - Supports PXE English 6 ASRock 970 Extreme3 Motherboard Supports CPU up to 140W - Supports Hyper-Transport 3.0 (HT 3.0) Technology - Support DDR3 2100(OC)/1866(OC)/1800(OC)/1600(OC)/ 1333...Ethernet 802.3az - Supports AMD's Cool 'n' QuietTM Technology - Supports UCC feature (Unlock CPU Core) (see CAUTION 4) - ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.6-in, 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm - Northbridge: AMD 970 - Premium Blu-ray audio support - capacity of system memory: 32GB (see CAUTION ...
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...Version), CyberLink MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial, AMD OverDriveTM Utility, AMD Fusion, AMD Fusion Media Explorer, ASRock Software Suite (CyberLink DVD Suite - Supports jumperfree - OEM and Trial; CPU, VCCM, NB, SB Voltage Multi-adjustment - HD Audio Jack: Side Speaker/Rear Speaker/... x eSATA3 Connector - 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with GUI support - CPU/Chassis/Power FAN connector - 24 pin ATX power connector - 8 pin 12V power connector - ASRock MAGIX Multimedia Suite - OEM) English 7 ASRock 970 Extreme3 Motherboard ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - Rear Panel I/O SATA3 USB 3.0...
...Version), CyberLink MediaEspresso 6.5 Trial, AMD OverDriveTM Utility, AMD Fusion, AMD Fusion Media Explorer, ASRock Software Suite (CyberLink DVD Suite - Supports jumperfree - OEM and Trial; CPU, VCCM, NB, SB Voltage Multi-adjustment - HD Audio Jack: Side Speaker/Rear Speaker/... x eSATA3 Connector - 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with GUI support - CPU/Chassis/Power FAN connector - 24 pin ATX power connector - 8 pin 12V power connector - ASRock MAGIX Multimedia Suite - OEM) English 7 ASRock 970 Extreme3 Motherboard ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - Rear Panel I/O SATA3 USB 3.0...