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... Slots) 18 2.5 Onboard Headers and Connectors 19 2.6 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide 23 2.6.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards 23 2.6.2 Driver Installation and Setup 25 2.7 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide 26 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 29 3.1 Installing Drivers 29 3.2 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop 30 3.2.1 UI Overview 30 3.2.2 Apps 31 3.2.3 BIOS & Drivers 34...
... Slots) 18 2.5 Onboard Headers and Connectors 19 2.6 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide 23 2.6.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards 23 2.6.2 Driver Installation and Setup 25 2.7 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide 26 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 29 3.1 Installing Drivers 29 3.2 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop 30 3.2.1 UI Overview 30 3.2.2 Apps 31 3.2.3 BIOS & Drivers 34...
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3.3 Enabling USB Ports for Windows® 7 Installation 36 Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 37 4.1 Introduction 37 4.2 EZ Mode 38 4.3 Advanced Mode 39 4.3.1 UEFI Menu Bar 39 4.3.2 Navigation Keys 40 4.4 Main Screen 41 4.5 OC ...
3.3 Enabling USB Ports for Windows® 7 Installation 36 Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 37 4.1 Introduction 37 4.2 EZ Mode 38 4.3 Advanced Mode 39 4.3.1 UEFI Menu Bar 39 4.3.2 Navigation Keys 40 4.4 Main Screen 41 4.5 OC ...
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..., the updated version will be available on ASRock's website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock B250M Pro4 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) • ASRock B250M Pro4 Quick Installation Guide • ASRock B250M Pro4 Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 2 x Screws for purchasing ASRock B250M Pro4 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Chapter 4 contains...
..., the updated version will be available on ASRock's website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock B250M Pro4 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) • ASRock B250M Pro4 Quick Installation Guide • ASRock B250M Pro4 Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 2 x Screws for purchasing ASRock B250M Pro4 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Chapter 4 contains...
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.... * For the updated Windows® 10 driver, please visit ASRock's website for details: http://www.asrock.com Certifications • FCC, CE, WHQL, RCM, BSMI • ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required. B250M Pro4 * CHA_FAN1 and CHA_FAN2 can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin...8226; Microsoft® Windows® 10 64-bit / 8.1 64-bit / 7 32-bit / 7 64bit (For 6th Gen Intel® CPU) * To install Windows® 7 OS, a modified installation disk with xHCI drivers packed into the ISO file is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www...
.... * For the updated Windows® 10 driver, please visit ASRock's website for details: http://www.asrock.com Certifications • FCC, CE, WHQL, RCM, BSMI • ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required. B250M Pro4 * CHA_FAN1 and CHA_FAN2 can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin...8226; Microsoft® Windows® 10 64-bit / 8.1 64-bit / 7 32-bit / 7 64bit (For 6th Gen Intel® CPU) * To install Windows® 7 OS, a modified installation disk with xHCI drivers packed into the ISO file is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www...
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Certain graphics cards with extra thickness of the Audio Ports in the Realtek HD Audio Manager. Before installing such a wider graphics card, please loosen the screws to remove the I /O cover. Please set Speaker Configuration to "7.1 Speaker"in 7.1-channel Configuration: Port Light Blue (Rear ... the audio driver. ** To configure 7.1 CH HD Audio, it is required to Remove the I/O Cover? Function of the back plate may collide with the pre-installed I /O cover, as the picture shown below. 2 1 10 English
Certain graphics cards with extra thickness of the Audio Ports in the Realtek HD Audio Manager. Before installing such a wider graphics card, please loosen the screws to remove the I /O cover. Please set Speaker Configuration to "7.1 Speaker"in 7.1-channel Configuration: Port Light Blue (Rear ... the audio driver. ** To configure 7.1 CH HD Audio, it is required to Remove the I/O Cover? Function of the back plate may collide with the pre-installed I /O cover, as the picture shown below. 2 1 10 English
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B250M Pro4 Chapter 2 Installation This is a Micro ATX form factor motherboard. Also remember to do so may damage the motherboard. 11 English Failure to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before installing or removing the motherboard components. Doing so may cause physical injuries and damages ... cord before you handle the components. • Hold components by the edges and do not overtighten the screws! Pre-installation Precautions Take note of your motherboard directly on a grounded anti-static pad or in the bag that the motherboard fits into it...
B250M Pro4 Chapter 2 Installation This is a Micro ATX form factor motherboard. Also remember to do so may damage the motherboard. 11 English Failure to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before installing or removing the motherboard components. Doing so may cause physical injuries and damages ... cord before you handle the components. • Hold components by the edges and do not overtighten the screws! Pre-installation Precautions Take note of your motherboard directly on a grounded anti-static pad or in the bag that the motherboard fits into it...
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Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. 1 A B 2 12 English 2.1 Installing the CPU 1. Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket, please check if the PnP cap is on the socket, if the CPU surface is found. Before you insert the 1151-Pin CPU into the socket if above situation is unclean, or if there are any bent pins in the socket. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged. 2.
Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. 1 A B 2 12 English 2.1 Installing the CPU 1. Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket, please check if the PnP cap is on the socket, if the CPU surface is found. Before you insert the 1151-Pin CPU into the socket if above situation is unclean, or if there are any bent pins in the socket. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged. 2.
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..., DDR2 or DDR3 memory module into the slot at incorrect orientation. English 16 It is unable to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM pairs. 2. It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if... you always need to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one correct orientation. 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 288-pin DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1. Dual Channel ...
..., DDR2 or DDR3 memory module into the slot at incorrect orientation. English 16 It is unable to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM pairs. 2. It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if... you always need to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one correct orientation. 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 288-pin DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1. Dual Channel ...
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...18 PCI slot: The PCI1 slot is used to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2) when using multiple graphics cards. Before installing an expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. PCIe slots: PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) ...is used for the card before you start the installation. 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There is unplugged. Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make sure that ...
...18 PCI slot: The PCI1 slot is used to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2) when using multiple graphics cards. Before installing an expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. PCIe slots: PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) ...is used for the card before you start the installation. 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There is unplugged. Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make sure that ...
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D. B250M Pro4 Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.7, No. 4) FAN_SPEED This motherboard pro- Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to Ground (GND). B. C. Connect Ground (GND) to MIC2_L. CPU Fan ... you plan to connect a FAN_SPEED FAN_VOLTAGE GND 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3. You don't need to install your system. 2. If you use an AC'97 audio panel, please install it to the front panel audio header by the steps below: A. E. Please follow the instructions in the Realtek Control panel...
D. B250M Pro4 Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.7, No. 4) FAN_SPEED This motherboard pro- Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to Ground (GND). B. C. Connect Ground (GND) to MIC2_L. CPU Fan ... you plan to connect a FAN_SPEED FAN_VOLTAGE GND 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3. You don't need to install your system. 2. If you use an AC'97 audio panel, please install it to the front panel audio header by the steps below: A. E. Please follow the instructions in the Realtek Control panel...
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....com 3. Please refer to PCIE3 slot. CrossFire Bridge Step 2 Connect two graphics cards by installing a CrossFire Bridge on the CrossFire Bridge Interconnects on the slots. If you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition card with this motherboard. B250M Pro4 2.6 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that the...
....com 3. Please refer to PCIE3 slot. CrossFire Bridge Step 2 Connect two graphics cards by installing a CrossFire Bridge on the CrossFire Bridge Interconnects on the slots. If you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition card with this motherboard. B250M Pro4 2.6 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that the...
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...AMD's website for AMD driver updates. Select the GPU number according to installation. B250M Pro4 2.6.2 Driver Installation and Setup Step 1 Power on your computer. We recommend using this utility to uninstall any VGA drivers installed in the Windows® system tray. Step 3 Install the required drivers and CATALYST Control Center then restart your computer and boot...Please check AMD's website for details. English 25 The Catalyst Uninstaller is an optional download. Step 2 Remove the AMD drivers if you have any previously installed Catalyst drivers prior to your system.
...AMD's website for AMD driver updates. Select the GPU number according to installation. B250M Pro4 2.6.2 Driver Installation and Setup Step 1 Power on your computer. We recommend using this utility to uninstall any VGA drivers installed in the Windows® system tray. Step 3 Install the required drivers and CATALYST Control Center then restart your computer and boot...Please check AMD's website for details. English 25 The Catalyst Uninstaller is an optional download. Step 2 Remove the AMD drivers if you have any previously installed Catalyst drivers prior to your system.
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.../2260/2280 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s). * Please be used. 2.7 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide The M.2, also known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is a small size and versatile card edge connector that if M2_1 is occupied, the... PCIe-type M.2 device on the PCB type and length of your M.2_SSD (NGFF) module, find the corresponding nut location to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s). Installing the M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Step 1 Prepare a M.2_SSD (NGFF) module and the screw. The Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_2) supports type 2230/2242/2260/2280...
.../2260/2280 M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s). * Please be used. 2.7 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide The M.2, also known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is a small size and versatile card edge connector that if M2_1 is occupied, the... PCIe-type M.2 device on the PCB type and length of your M.2_SSD (NGFF) module, find the corresponding nut location to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s). Installing the M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Step 1 Prepare a M.2_SSD (NGFF) module and the screw. The Ultra M.2 Socket (M2_2) supports type 2230/2242/2260/2280...
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.... Drivers Menu The drivers compatible to display the menu. Please click Install All or follow the installation wizard to install those required drivers. Click on the file "ASRSETUP.EXE" in your CD-ROM drive. B250M Pro4 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 3.1 Installing Drivers The Support CD that comes with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful...
.... Drivers Menu The drivers compatible to display the menu. Please click Install All or follow the installation wizard to install those required drivers. Click on the file "ASRSETUP.EXE" in your CD-ROM drive. B250M Pro4 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 3.1 Installing Drivers The Support CD that comes with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful...
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...to the Internet to visit the website of the selected news and know more. 30 English on the image to download apps from the ASRock Live Update & APP Shop. 3.2.1 UI Overview Category Panel Hot News Information Panel Category Panel: The category panel contains several category tabs ...information panel in the center displays data about the currently selected category and allows users to date simply with a few clicks. With ASRock Live Update & APP Shop, you can quickly and easily install various apps and support utilities. Double-click utility. You can optimize your system and keep your...
...to the Internet to visit the website of the selected news and know more. 30 English on the image to download apps from the ASRock Live Update & APP Shop. 3.2.1 UI Overview Category Panel Hot News Information Panel Category Panel: The category panel contains several category tabs ...information panel in the center displays data about the currently selected category and allows users to date simply with a few clicks. With ASRock Live Update & APP Shop, you can quickly and easily install various apps and support utilities. Double-click utility. You can optimize your system and keep your...
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... scroll up and down to see all the available apps on screen for you want to see more apps listed. B250M Pro4 3.2.2 Apps When the "Apps" tab is installed on your computer. The most recommended app appears on the right. You can check the price of the screen. The other various apps are... shown on the left side of the app and whether you have already intalled it or not. - The green "Installed" icon means the app is selected, you will see more details about the selected app. 31 English The red icon displays the price or "Free...
... scroll up and down to see all the available apps on screen for you want to see more apps listed. B250M Pro4 3.2.2 Apps When the "Apps" tab is installed on your computer. The most recommended app appears on the right. You can check the price of the screen. The other various apps are... shown on the left side of the app and whether you have already intalled it or not. - The green "Installed" icon means the app is selected, you will see more details about the selected app. 31 English The red icon displays the price or "Free...
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English To uninstall it, simply click on the red icon to install the app, click on the trash can find the green "Installed" icon appears on the upper right corner. Step 3 If you can icon . *The trash icon may not appear for certain apps. 32 Step 4 When installation completes, you want to start downloading.
English To uninstall it, simply click on the red icon to install the app, click on the trash can find the green "Installed" icon appears on the upper right corner. Step 3 If you can icon . *The trash icon may not appear for certain apps. 32 Step 4 When installation completes, you want to start downloading.
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When there is an available new version for your app, you have already installed. Step 2 Click on the app icon to start upgrading. English 33 Step 1 Click on the yellow icon to see more details. B250M Pro4 Upgrading an App You can only upgrade the apps you will find the mark of "New Version" appears below the installed app icon.
When there is an available new version for your app, you have already installed. Step 2 Click on the app icon to start upgrading. English 33 Step 1 Click on the yellow icon to see more details. B250M Pro4 Upgrading an App You can only upgrade the apps you will find the mark of "New Version" appears below the installed app icon.
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Click to select one or more items you will see more details. Step 3 Click Update to see a list of recommended or critical updates for the BIOS or drivers. Step 1 Please check the item information before update. Click on Step 2 to start the update process. 34 English 3.2.3 BIOS & Drivers Installing BIOS or Drivers When the "BIOS & Drivers" tab is selected, you want to update. Please update them all soon.
Click to select one or more items you will see more details. Step 3 Click Update to see a list of recommended or critical updates for the BIOS or drivers. Step 1 Please check the item information before update. Click on Step 2 to start the update process. 34 English 3.2.3 BIOS & Drivers Installing BIOS or Drivers When the "BIOS & Drivers" tab is selected, you want to update. Please update them all soon.