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...in, 17.0 cm x 17.0 cm) One Bundled Intel® Dual-Core AtomTM Processor 330 (A330GC) One Bundled Intel® AtomTM Processor 230 (A230GC) ASRock A330GC / A230GC Quick Installation Guide ASRock A330GC / A230GC Support CD One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100 IDE Ribbon Cable One Serial ATA (...content of this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock A330GC / A230GC motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. In this manual will be subject to quality and endurance. You may...
...in, 17.0 cm x 17.0 cm) One Bundled Intel® Dual-Core AtomTM Processor 330 (A330GC) One Bundled Intel® AtomTM Processor 230 (A230GC) ASRock A330GC / A230GC Quick Installation Guide ASRock A330GC / A230GC Support CD One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100 IDE Ribbon Cable One Serial ATA (...content of this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock A330GC / A230GC motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. In this manual will be subject to quality and endurance. You may...
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...only and subject to the contents of this guide, ASRock does not provide warranty of any defect or error in this guide are used only for a particular purpose. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard English In no responsibility for any ...interference received, including interference that may appear in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by ASRock. CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this...
...only and subject to the contents of this guide, ASRock does not provide warranty of any defect or error in this guide are used only for a particular purpose. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard English In no responsibility for any ...interference received, including interference that may appear in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by ASRock. CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this...
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... 9 System Panel Header (PANEL1, Orange) 20 USB 2.0 Header (USB6_7, Blue) 10 BIOS SPI Chip 21 USB 2.0 Header (USB4_5, Blue) 11 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER 1, Purple) 2 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard Red) 2 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 13 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1) 3 CPU Heatsink 14 Primary SATAII Connector (SATAII_1;
... 9 System Panel Header (PANEL1, Orange) 20 USB 2.0 Header (USB6_7, Blue) 10 BIOS SPI Chip 21 USB 2.0 Header (USB4_5, Blue) 11 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER 1, Purple) 2 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard Red) 2 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 13 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1) 3 CPU Heatsink 14 Primary SATAII Connector (SATAII_1;
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...". Set "Speaker Configuration" to the front panel audio header. Choose "2CH" or "4CH" and then you will find "Mixer" tool on the system tray. English 3 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard I/O Panel 1 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23) 2 Parallel Port 3 VGA Port 4 RJ-45 Port 5 Line In (Light Blue) 6 Line Out (Lime) 7 Microphone (Pink) 8 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01...
...". Set "Speaker Configuration" to the front panel audio header. Choose "2CH" or "4CH" and then you will find "Mixer" tool on the system tray. English 3 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard I/O Panel 1 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23) 2 Parallel Port 3 VGA Port 4 RJ-45 Port 5 Line In (Light Blue) 6 Line Out (Lime) 7 Microphone (Pink) 8 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01...
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... x 17.0 cm) One Bundled Intel® Dual-Core AtomTM Processor 330 (A330GC) One Bundled Intel® AtomTM Processor 230 (A230GC) ASRock A330GC / A230GC Quick Installation Guide ASRock A330GC / A230GC Support CD One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100 IDE Ribbon Cable ... detailed information of this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock A330GC / A230GC motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard (Mini-ITX Form Factor: 6.7-in x 6.7-in...
... x 17.0 cm) One Bundled Intel® Dual-Core AtomTM Processor 330 (A330GC) One Bundled Intel® AtomTM Processor 230 (A230GC) ASRock A330GC / A230GC Quick Installation Guide ASRock A330GC / A230GC Support CD One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100 IDE Ribbon Cable ... detailed information of this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock A330GC / A230GC motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard (Mini-ITX Form Factor: 6.7-in x 6.7-in...
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Intel® Dual-Core AtomTM Processor 330 (A330GC) - Northbridge: Intel® 945GC - Front panel audio connector 5 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard English Solid Capacitor for RAID and "Hot Plug" functions) (see CAUTION 2) - Dual Channel DDR2 Memory Technology (see CAUTION 4) - 1 x PCI slot - Supports DDR2 533 ...
Intel® Dual-Core AtomTM Processor 330 (A330GC) - Northbridge: Intel® 945GC - Front panel audio connector 5 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard English Solid Capacitor for RAID and "Hot Plug" functions) (see CAUTION 2) - Dual Channel DDR2 Memory Technology (see CAUTION 4) - 1 x PCI slot - Supports DDR2 533 ...
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...headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (see CAUTION 10) - Supports "Plug and Play" - Supports Smart BIOS Support CD - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 11) - We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking. CPU, VCCM, NB, VTT ...Compliance Wake Up Events - English 6 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard Instant Boot - Chassis Temperature Sensing - CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 9) - Chassis Fan Tachometer - Boot Failure Guard (B.F.G.) Hardware - CPU Quiet Fan - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 8) - AMBIOS...
...headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (see CAUTION 10) - Supports "Plug and Play" - Supports Smart BIOS Support CD - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 11) - We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking. CPU, VCCM, NB, VTT ...Compliance Wake Up Events - English 6 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard Instant Boot - Chassis Temperature Sensing - CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 9) - Chassis Fan Tachometer - Boot Failure Guard (B.F.G.) Hardware - CPU Quiet Fan - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 8) - AMBIOS...
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... to update system BIOS without preparing an additional floppy diskette or other than 4GB for the reservation for proper installation. 4. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 9. ASRock Instant Flash is a BIOS flash utility embedded in the support CD. 2. This convenient BIOS update tool allows you to ... Tuner. It is detected, the system will automatically shutdown. Just launch this utility, you install the PC system. 7 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard English To improve heat dissipation, remember to read "Untied Overclocking Technology" on page 10 for system usage under Windows...
... to update system BIOS without preparing an additional floppy diskette or other than 4GB for the reservation for proper installation. 4. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 9. ASRock Instant Flash is a BIOS flash utility embedded in the support CD. 2. This convenient BIOS update tool allows you to ... Tuner. It is detected, the system will automatically shutdown. Just launch this utility, you install the PC system. 7 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard English To improve heat dissipation, remember to read "Untied Overclocking Technology" on page 10 for system usage under Windows...
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... you install motherboard components or change any component, ensure that comes with the component. Failure to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 8 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard English Before you install or remove any motherboard settings. 1. Doing so may cause severe damage to do so may damage the... to the chassis. Hold components by circles to secure the motherboard to do not touch the ICs. 4. Installation A330GC / A230GC is detached from the wall socket before installing or removing the motherboard. Do not over-tighten the screws! 2.
... you install motherboard components or change any component, ensure that comes with the component. Failure to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 8 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard English Before you install or remove any motherboard settings. 1. Doing so may cause severe damage to do so may damage the... to the chassis. Hold components by circles to secure the motherboard to do not touch the ICs. 4. Installation A330GC / A230GC is detached from the wall socket before installing or removing the motherboard. Do not over-tighten the screws! 2.
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... 3. Step 4. Then connect the CPU fan to dissipate heat. Step 2. Please adopt the type of cooling fan compliant with fan operation or contact other components. 9 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard English Step 1. 2.3 Installation of CPU Fan This motherboard is equipped with the CPU fan connector on the motherboard. Connect fan header with CPU...
... 3. Step 4. Then connect the CPU fan to dissipate heat. Step 2. Please adopt the type of cooling fan compliant with fan operation or contact other components. 9 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard English Step 1. 2.3 Installation of CPU Fan This motherboard is equipped with the CPU fan connector on the motherboard. Connect fan header with CPU...
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..., this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. 2. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2.4 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) A330GC / A230GC motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR2 (Double Data Rate 2) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. It will operate at both ends... that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot. It is not allowed to activate the Dual Channel Memory Technology. ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard Step 3. 10 Firmly insert the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at single channel mode. 1. Otherwise, it...
..., this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. 2. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2.4 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) A330GC / A230GC motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR2 (Double Data Rate 2) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. It will operate at both ends... that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot. It is not allowed to activate the Dual Channel Memory Technology. ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard Step 3. 10 Firmly insert the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at single channel mode. 1. Otherwise, it...
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... you intend to use . Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is used to the chassis with screws. 11 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard English Step 3. Step 4. Installing an expansion card Step 1. Step 2. PCI slot: PCI slot is completely seated on this motherboard...
... you intend to use . Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is used to the chassis with screws. 11 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard English Step 3. Step 4. Installing an expansion card Step 1. Step 2. PCI slot: PCI slot is completely seated on this motherboard...
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... data in CMOS includes system setup information such as system password, date, time, and system setup parameters. If no jumper cap is "Short". English 12 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard
... data in CMOS includes system setup information such as system password, date, time, and system setup parameters. If no jumper cap is "Short". English 12 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard
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.... 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. 13 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard Placing jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Each USB 2.0 header can be connected to 3.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. Primary IDE connector (Blue...
.... 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. 13 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard Placing jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Each USB 2.0 header can be connected to 3.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. Primary IDE connector (Blue...
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... Mic as below: A. If you use AC'97 audio panel, please install it to the front panel audio header as the default record device. 14 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard English Enter Windows system. For Windows® 2000 / XP / XP 64-bit OS: Please select "Front Mic" as a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, TV...
... Mic as below: A. If you use AC'97 audio panel, please install it to the front panel audio header as the default record device. 14 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard English Enter Windows system. For Windows® 2000 / XP / XP 64-bit OS: Please select "Front Mic" as a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, TV...
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... 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug your power supply along with Pin 1 and Pin 13. 20-Pin ATX Power Supply Installation 1 13 English 15 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.2, No. 7) 12 24 Please connect an ATX power supply to Pin...
... 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug your power supply along with Pin 1 and Pin 13. 20-Pin ATX Power Supply Installation 1 13 English 15 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.2, No. 7) 12 24 Please connect an ATX power supply to Pin...
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... warning on page 6 for internal storage devices. Please refer to the SATA / SATAII hard disk. This section will guide you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. 16 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard English Then, the drivers compatible to install the SATA / SATAII hard disks. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin...
... warning on page 6 for internal storage devices. Please refer to the SATA / SATAII hard disk. This section will guide you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. 16 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard English Then, the drivers compatible to install the SATA / SATAII hard disks. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin...
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.... 4. BIOS Information The Flash Memory on the file "ASSETUP. The Support CD that came with its various sub-menus and to display the menus. 17 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard English If you wish to be user-friendly. It will enhance motherboard features.
.... 4. BIOS Information The Flash Memory on the file "ASSETUP. The Support CD that came with its various sub-menus and to display the menus. 17 ASRock A330GC / A230GC Motherboard English If you wish to be user-friendly. It will enhance motherboard features.