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Installation 17 Pre-installation Precautions 17 2.1 CPU Installation 18 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink 18 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM 19 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots 21 2.5 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide 22 2.6 Surround Display Information 25 2.7 ASRock Smart Remote Installation Guide 26 2.8 Jumpers Setup 28 2.9 Onboard Headers and Connectors...
Installation 17 Pre-installation Precautions 17 2.1 CPU Installation 18 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink 18 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM 19 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots 21 2.5 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide 22 2.6 Surround Display Information 25 2.7 ASRock Smart Remote Installation Guide 26 2.8 Jumpers Setup 28 2.9 Onboard Headers and Connectors...
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... Information 63 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 41 3.1 Introduction 41 3.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar 41 3.1.2 Navigation Keys 42 3.2 Main Screen 43 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen 44 3.4 Advanced Screen 48 3.4.1 CPU Configuration 49 3.4.2 North Bridge Configuration 50 3.4.3 South Bridge Configuration 51 3.4.4 Storage Configuration 52 3.4.5 Super IO Configuration 53 3.4.6 ACPI Configuration 54 3.4.7 USB Configuration 56 3.4.8 Network Configuration...
... Information 63 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 41 3.1 Introduction 41 3.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar 41 3.1.2 Navigation Keys 42 3.2 Main Screen 43 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen 44 3.4 Advanced Screen 48 3.4.1 CPU Configuration 49 3.4.2 North Bridge Configuration 50 3.4.3 South Bridge Configuration 51 3.4.4 Storage Configuration 52 3.4.5 Super IO Configuration 53 3.4.6 ACPI Configuration 54 3.4.7 USB Configuration 56 3.4.8 Network Configuration...
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... Manual" in our support CD for purchasing ASRock 970 Pro3 R2.0 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 970 Pro3 R2.0 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) ASRock 970 Pro3 R2.0 Quick Installation Guide ASRock 970 Pro3 R2.0 Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA.... 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 this manual occur, the updated version...
... Manual" in our support CD for purchasing ASRock 970 Pro3 R2.0 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 970 Pro3 R2.0 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) ASRock 970 Pro3 R2.0 Quick Installation Guide ASRock 970 Pro3 R2.0 Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA.... 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 this manual occur, the updated version...
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... - PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports LAN Cable Detection - Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az - Northbridge: AMD 970 - Dual Channel DDR3 Memory Technology - 4 x DDR3 DIMM slots - Realtek RTL8111E - Supports PXE 6 ATX Form Factor - All Solid Capacitor... design - capacity of system memory: 32GB (see CAUTION 1) - 4 + 1 Power Phase Design - Supports UCC feature (Unlock CPU Core) (see CAUTION 3) - 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots (PCIE2 @ x16 mode; Supports Untied Overclocking Technology - Max. Premium Blu-ray audio support ...
... - PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports LAN Cable Detection - Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az - Northbridge: AMD 970 - Dual Channel DDR3 Memory Technology - 4 x DDR3 DIMM slots - Realtek RTL8111E - Supports PXE 6 ATX Form Factor - All Solid Capacitor... design - capacity of system memory: 32GB (see CAUTION 1) - 4 + 1 Power Phase Design - Supports UCC feature (Unlock CPU Core) (see CAUTION 3) - 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots (PCIE2 @ x16 mode; Supports Untied Overclocking Technology - Max. Premium Blu-ray audio support ...
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CPU, VCCM, NB, SB Voltage Multi-adjustment - ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - HD Audio Jack: Side Speaker/Rear Speaker/Central/Bass/ Line in/Front Speaker/Microphone - 6... Port - 6 x Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports - 2 x Ready-to 5Gb/s - 6 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 - 2 x CPU Fan connectors (1 x 4-pin, 1 x 3-pin) - 2 x Chassis Fan connectors (1 x 4-pin, 1 x 3-pin) - 1 x Power Fan connector (3-pin) - 24 pin ATX power connector - 8 pin 12V power connector - Supports jumperfree - Drivers...
CPU, VCCM, NB, SB Voltage Multi-adjustment - ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - HD Audio Jack: Side Speaker/Rear Speaker/Central/Bass/ Line in/Front Speaker/Microphone - 6... Port - 6 x Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports - 2 x Ready-to 5Gb/s - 6 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 - 2 x CPU Fan connectors (1 x 4-pin, 1 x 3-pin) - 2 x Chassis Fan connectors (1 x 4-pin, 1 x 3-pin) - 1 x Power Fan connector (3-pin) - 24 pin ATX power connector - 8 pin 12V power connector - Supports jumperfree - Drivers...
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... Certifications - Overclocking may affect your system's stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - FCC, CE, WHQL - It should be done at your system. We are not responsible for possible damage caused ...- ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking ...
... Certifications - Overclocking may affect your system's stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - FCC, CE, WHQL - It should be done at your system. We are not responsible for possible damage caused ...- ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking ...
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CAUTION! 1. Please be noted that Windows® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to utilize the memory that UCC feature is enabled, the dual-core or triple-core CPU will boost to the quad-core CPU, and some CPU, including quad-core CPU, can also increase L3 cache size up to 6MB, which...1866/1800/1600 memory module on this function because some CPU's hidden core may be malfunctioned. 2. As long as a simple switch of the UEFI option "ASRock UCC", you adopt. Whether 2100/1866/1800/1600MHz memory speed is no such limitation. ASRock XFast RAM is supported by Microsoft® Windows®...
CAUTION! 1. Please be noted that Windows® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to utilize the memory that UCC feature is enabled, the dual-core or triple-core CPU will boost to the quad-core CPU, and some CPU, including quad-core CPU, can also increase L3 cache size up to 6MB, which...1866/1800/1600 memory module on this function because some CPU's hidden core may be malfunctioned. 2. As long as a simple switch of the UEFI option "ASRock UCC", you adopt. Whether 2100/1866/1800/1600MHz memory speed is no such limitation. ASRock XFast RAM is supported by Microsoft® Windows®...
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...ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU) is a BIOS flash utility embedded in Flash ROM. In OC DNA, you can update your BIOS only in a few seconds, provides a much more efficient way to save your system. In XFast RAM, it shows the major readings of output phases to improve efficiency when the CPU...IES (Intelligent Energy Saver), the voltage regulator can press the key during the shutdown and startup process, Instant Boot allows you to access ASRock Instant Flash. In Fan Control, it with your system. Your friends then can save energy, time, money, and improves system running ...
...ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU) is a BIOS flash utility embedded in Flash ROM. In OC DNA, you can update your BIOS only in a few seconds, provides a much more efficient way to save your system. In XFast RAM, it shows the major readings of output phases to improve efficiency when the CPU...IES (Intelligent Energy Saver), the voltage regulator can press the key during the shutdown and startup process, Instant Boot allows you to access ASRock Instant Flash. In Fan Control, it with your system. Your friends then can save energy, time, money, and improves system running ...
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...speed of Adobe Photoshop 5 times faster. ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM is a new function that is that cannot be used under Windows® OS 32-bit CPU. With APP Charger driver installed, you to 40% faster than ever. ASRock XFast LAN ASRock XFast LAN provides a faster internet access,... which data streams you - ASRock XFast RAM shortens the loading time of the device. Another advantage...
...speed of Adobe Photoshop 5 times faster. ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM is a new function that is that cannot be used under Windows® OS 32-bit CPU. With APP Charger driver installed, you to 40% faster than ever. ASRock XFast LAN ASRock XFast LAN provides a faster internet access,... which data streams you - ASRock XFast RAM shortens the loading time of the device. Another advantage...
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...; 8 from a cold boot. The speedy boot will power on automatically to access the UEFI setup. ASRock Restart to unlock the hidden power of "Unlock CPU Cores" feature might vary by enabling "Dehumidifier Function". No more waiting! ASRock X-Boost ASRock's X-Boost Technology is a smart auto-overclocking function and is designed for those requiring frequent UEFI...
...; 8 from a cold boot. The speedy boot will power on automatically to access the UEFI setup. ASRock Restart to unlock the hidden power of "Unlock CPU Cores" feature might vary by enabling "Dehumidifier Function". No more waiting! ASRock X-Boost ASRock's X-Boost Technology is a smart auto-overclocking function and is designed for those requiring frequent UEFI...
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...Step 3. Step 4. For proper installation, please kindly refer to the instruction manuals of CPU Fan and Heatsink After you push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. Unlock the socket by lifting the lever up to the CPU FAN connector (CPU_FAN1, see Page 15, No. 5 or CPU_FAN2, see Page 15..., No. 4). Position the CPU directly above the socket such that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in good contact with a small triangle. DO NOT force the CPU into this motherboard, it is in place, press it firmly on the side...
...Step 3. Step 4. For proper installation, please kindly refer to the instruction manuals of CPU Fan and Heatsink After you push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. Unlock the socket by lifting the lever up to the CPU FAN connector (CPU_FAN1, see Page 15, No. 5 or CPU_FAN2, see Page 15..., No. 4). Position the CPU directly above the socket such that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in good contact with a small triangle. DO NOT force the CPU into this motherboard, it is in place, press it firmly on the side...
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...see p.15 No. 8) 12 24 Please connect an ATX power supply to the ground pin. CPU Fan Connectors FAN_SPEED_CONTROL (4-pin CPU_FAN1) CPU_FAN_SPEED +12V (see p.15 No. 5) GND 1 2 3 4 Please connect the CPU fan cable to the connector and match the black wire to this connector. 1 13 Though this ... 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 successfully even without the fan speed control function. Though this motherboard provides 8-pin ATX 12V...
...see p.15 No. 8) 12 24 Please connect an ATX power supply to the ground pin. CPU Fan Connectors FAN_SPEED_CONTROL (4-pin CPU_FAN1) CPU_FAN_SPEED +12V (see p.15 No. 5) GND 1 2 3 4 Please connect the CPU fan cable to the connector and match the black wire to this connector. 1 13 Though this ... 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 successfully even without the fan speed control function. Though this motherboard provides 8-pin ATX 12V...
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... to [Manual]. Before you enable Untied Overclocking function, please enter "Overclock Mode" option of UEFI setup to set the selection from [Auto] to [IDE]. A. B. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. Set the "SATA Mode" option to [AHCI]. Enter UEFI SETUP...
... to [Manual]. Before you enable Untied Overclocking function, please enter "Overclock Mode" option of UEFI setup to set the selection from [Auto] to [IDE]. A. B. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. Set the "SATA Mode" option to [AHCI]. Enter UEFI SETUP...
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The default value is [Auto]. The default value is [Manual]. ASRock UCC ASRock UCC (Unlock CPU Core) feature simplifies AMD CPU activation. 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen In the OC Tweaker screen, you to adjust CPU Active Core Control feature. CPU Configuration Overclock Mode Use this to select OC Mode. Spread Spectrum This...may be [Auto] for better system stability. As long as a simple switch of the UEFI option "ASRock UCC", you can support this function because some CPU, including quad-core CPU, can also increase L3 cache size up to select Overclock Mode. Please be noted that UCC feature ...
The default value is [Auto]. The default value is [Manual]. ASRock UCC ASRock UCC (Unlock CPU Core) feature simplifies AMD CPU activation. 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen In the OC Tweaker screen, you to adjust CPU Active Core Control feature. CPU Configuration Overclock Mode Use this to select OC Mode. Spread Spectrum This...may be [Auto] for better system stability. As long as a simple switch of the UEFI option "ASRock UCC", you can support this function because some CPU, including quad-core CPU, can also increase L3 cache size up to select Overclock Mode. Please be noted that UCC feature ...
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...safety and system stability, it is not recommended to [Auto] by default. If it is set to adjust the value of CPU NB voltage. However, for reference. CPU NB Voltage It allows you selecting Hyper-Transport bus speed. HT Bus Speed This feature allows you to select enable or disable... item is not recommended to enable or disable AMD IO C-State Support. However, it is set to [Manual], you to adjust the value of CPU voltage. HT Bus Width This feature allows you adopt supports this item. However, for reference. The default value is [Auto]. AMD Turbo Core Technology...
...safety and system stability, it is not recommended to [Auto] by default. If it is set to adjust the value of CPU NB voltage. However, for reference. CPU NB Voltage It allows you selecting Hyper-Transport bus speed. HT Bus Speed This feature allows you to select enable or disable... item is not recommended to enable or disable AMD IO C-State Support. However, it is set to [Manual], you to adjust the value of CPU voltage. HT Bus Width This feature allows you adopt supports this item. However, for reference. The default value is [Auto]. AMD Turbo Core Technology...
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... Voltage. The default value is [Auto]. The default value is [Auto]. The default value is [Auto]. CPU VDDA Voltage Use this to select NB Voltage. SB Voltage Use this to select DRAM Voltage. In this to select HT Voltage. Voltage Configuration ...Voltage Use this to select SB Voltage. The default value is [Auto]. The default value is [Auto]. The default value is [Auto]. CPU Voltage Offset Use this to select CPU Voltage Offset. PCIE VDDA Voltage Use this to select PCIE VDDA Voltage. The default value is [Auto]. Would you are allowed to...
... Voltage. The default value is [Auto]. The default value is [Auto]. The default value is [Auto]. CPU VDDA Voltage Use this to select NB Voltage. SB Voltage Use this to select DRAM Voltage. In this to select HT Voltage. Voltage Configuration ...Voltage Use this to select SB Voltage. The default value is [Auto]. The default value is [Auto]. The default value is [Auto]. CPU Voltage Offset Use this to select CPU Voltage Offset. PCIE VDDA Voltage Use this to select PCIE VDDA Voltage. The default value is [Auto]. Would you are allowed to...
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... our servers. Select the proper UEFI file to update system UEFI without entering Windows® OS. Internet Flash Internet Flash searches for the following items: CPU Configuration, Nouth Bridge Configuration, South Bridge Configuration, Storage Configuration, Super IO Configuration, ACPI Configuration, USB Configuration and Network Configuration. In other words, the system can...
... our servers. Select the proper UEFI file to update system UEFI without entering Windows® OS. Internet Flash Internet Flash searches for the following items: CPU Configuration, Nouth Bridge Configuration, South Bridge Configuration, Storage Configuration, Super IO Configuration, ACPI Configuration, USB Configuration and Network Configuration. In other words, the system can...
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Configuration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. Please set this option is set this item to enable CPU internal thermal control mechanism to keep the CPU from the chipset. Secure Virtual Machine When this item to [Disable] if above issue occurs. ...Machine Architecture) can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by AMD-V. CPU Thermal Throttle Use this item to [Enabled]. Configuration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. 3.4.1 CPU Configuration Cool 'n' Quiet Use this function may reduce CPU voltage and memory frequency, and lead to system stability or compatibility...
Configuration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. Please set this option is set this item to enable CPU internal thermal control mechanism to keep the CPU from the chipset. Secure Virtual Machine When this item to [Disable] if above issue occurs. ...Machine Architecture) can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by AMD-V. CPU Thermal Throttle Use this item to [Enabled]. Configuration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. 3.4.1 CPU Configuration Cool 'n' Quiet Use this function may reduce CPU voltage and memory frequency, and lead to system stability or compatibility...
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...options: [Full On], [Manual Mode] and [Automatic Mode]. Dehumidifier Duration This allows users to configure the duration of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, CPU fan speed, chassis fan speed, and the critical voltage. Confi guration options: [Full On] and [Automatic Mode]. The ...default is value [Full On]. Dehumidifier Function Users may prevent motherboard damages due to S4/S5 state. Dehumidifier CPU Fan Setting Use this to enable or disable Over Temperature Protection. When enabling Dehumidifier Function, the computer will power on automatically...
...options: [Full On], [Manual Mode] and [Automatic Mode]. Dehumidifier Duration This allows users to configure the duration of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, CPU fan speed, chassis fan speed, and the critical voltage. Confi guration options: [Full On] and [Automatic Mode]. The ...default is value [Full On]. Dehumidifier Function Users may prevent motherboard damages due to S4/S5 state. Dehumidifier CPU Fan Setting Use this to enable or disable Over Temperature Protection. When enabling Dehumidifier Function, the computer will power on automatically...
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...) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-FpinSBmo8d0ul0e) DDR3_A2 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-FpinSBmo8d0ul0e) 140W CPU Front USB 3.0 Top: SIDE SPK Center: REAR SPK Bottom: CTR BASS Top: LINE IN Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC...30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 212019 1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 2 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 3 AM3+ CPU Socket 4 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2) 5 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 6 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (Dual Channel: DDR3_A1, DDR3_B1)... Controller 37 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_2_3) 38 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 2 ASRock 970 Pro3 R2.0 Motherboard English
...) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-FpinSBmo8d0ul0e) DDR3_A2 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-FpinSBmo8d0ul0e) 140W CPU Front USB 3.0 Top: SIDE SPK Center: REAR SPK Bottom: CTR BASS Top: LINE IN Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC...30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 212019 1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 2 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 3 AM3+ CPU Socket 4 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2) 5 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 6 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (Dual Channel: DDR3_A1, DDR3_B1)... Controller 37 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_2_3) 38 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 2 ASRock 970 Pro3 R2.0 Motherboard English