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... HDMI logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of the FCC Rules. CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in this device must accept any errors or omissions that may apply, see www.dtsc...without written consent of merchantability or fitness for informational use only and subject to the implied warranties or conditions of ASRock Inc. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are ...
... HDMI logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of the FCC Rules. CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in this device must accept any errors or omissions that may apply, see www.dtsc...without written consent of merchantability or fitness for informational use only and subject to the implied warranties or conditions of ASRock Inc. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are ...
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Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Motherboard Layout 6 1.4 I/O Panel 8 Chapter 2 Installation 9 2.1 Installing the CPU 10 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 13 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 14 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express... Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 22 3.1 Installing Drivers 22 3.2 A-Tuning 23 3.3 Intel® Rapid Start Technology 29 3.4 Intel® Smart Connect Technology 34 3.5 ASRock Cloud 39 3.6 ASRock APP Shop 49 3.6.1 UI Overview 49 3.6.2 Apps 50 3.6.3 BIOS & Drivers 53
Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Motherboard Layout 6 1.4 I/O Panel 8 Chapter 2 Installation 9 2.1 Installing the CPU 10 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 13 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 14 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express... Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 22 3.1 Installing Drivers 22 3.2 A-Tuning 23 3.3 Intel® Rapid Start Technology 29 3.4 Intel® Smart Connect Technology 34 3.5 ASRock Cloud 39 3.6 ASRock APP Shop 49 3.6.1 UI Overview 49 3.6.2 Apps 50 3.6.3 BIOS & Drivers 53
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... case any modifications of this documentation will be subject to quality and endurance. If you are using. In this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock B85M Pro3 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. B85M Pro3 Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you for specific information about the model you require technical support related to this manual...
... case any modifications of this documentation will be subject to quality and endurance. If you are using. In this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock B85M Pro3 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. B85M Pro3 Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you for specific information about the model you require technical support related to this manual...
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PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard 1.3 Motherboard Layout 1 ATX12V1 23 DVI1 VGA1 ATXPWR1 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_A2 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B2 (... CLRCMOS1 7 B: USB3 CPU_FAN1 CMOS 20 Battery RoHS 8 SATA_3 SATA_2 Front USB 3.0 Top: LINE IN Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN PCIE1 9 PCI Express 3.0 Audio CODEC PCIE2 B85M Pro3 Super I/O PCIE3 Intel B85 32Mb BIOS SPEAKER1 1 PLED PWRBTN 1 HDLED RESET PANEL1 10 11 12 HD_AUDIO1 1 1 TPMS1 USB4_5 USB6_7 1 1 CI1 1 SATA_5 CHA_FAN1 SATA_4 19 18...
PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard 1.3 Motherboard Layout 1 ATX12V1 23 DVI1 VGA1 ATXPWR1 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_A2 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B2 (... CLRCMOS1 7 B: USB3 CPU_FAN1 CMOS 20 Battery RoHS 8 SATA_3 SATA_2 Front USB 3.0 Top: LINE IN Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN PCIE1 9 PCI Express 3.0 Audio CODEC PCIE2 B85M Pro3 Super I/O PCIE3 Intel B85 32Mb BIOS SPEAKER1 1 PLED PWRBTN 1 HDLED RESET PANEL1 10 11 12 HD_AUDIO1 1 1 TPMS1 USB4_5 USB6_7 1 1 CI1 1 SATA_5 CHA_FAN1 SATA_4 19 18...
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...before you handle the components. • Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs. • Whenever you install motherboard components or change any components, place them on a carpet. Failure to do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may cause physical... may damage the motherboard. 9 English Pre-installation Precautions Take note of your motherboard directly on a grounded anti-static pad or in the bag that comes with the components. • When placing screws to secure the motherboard to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. B85M Pro3 Chapter 2 Installation ...
...before you handle the components. • Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs. • Whenever you install motherboard components or change any components, place them on a carpet. Failure to do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may cause physical... may damage the motherboard. 9 English Pre-installation Precautions Take note of your motherboard directly on a grounded anti-static pad or in the bag that comes with the components. • When placing screws to secure the motherboard to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. B85M Pro3 Chapter 2 Installation ...
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Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed. The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service. 12 English
Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed. The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service. 12 English
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...not allowed to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pairs. 2. It is unable to the motherboard and the DIMM if you always need to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into the slot at incorrect orientation. Dual Channel Memory ... Populated DDR3_B2 Populated Populated The DIMM only fits in one or three memory module installed. 3. English 14 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1. For dual channel configuration, you force...
...not allowed to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pairs. 2. It is unable to the motherboard and the DIMM if you always need to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into the slot at incorrect orientation. Dual Channel Memory ... Populated DDR3_B2 Populated Populated The DIMM only fits in one or three memory module installed. 3. English 14 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1. For dual channel configuration, you force...
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... a pen to press the retaining clip to lock/unlock the PCIe slot. Due to the mechanical limitation, to install/uninstall the graphics card on the motherboard. 1.
... a pen to press the retaining clip to lock/unlock the PCIe slot. Due to the mechanical limitation, to install/uninstall the graphics card on the motherboard. 1.
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... module mainly consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. English 18 RESET (Reset Switch): Connect to the motherboard. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to the hard drive activity LED on when the hard drive...
... module mainly consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. English 18 RESET (Reset Switch): Connect to the motherboard. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to the hard drive activity LED on when the hard drive...
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... GND IntA_PA_SSTXIntA_PA_SSTX+ GND IntA_PA_DIntA_PA_D+ Vbus IntA_PB_SSRXIntA_PB_SSRX+ GND IntA_PB_SSTXIntA_PB_SSTX+ GND IntA_PB_DIntA_PB_D+ Dummy 1 Besides two USB 3.0 ports on the I /O panel, there are two headers on this motherboard. B85M Pro3 Serial ATA2 Connectors (SATA_4: see p.6, No. 13) (SATA_5: see p.6, No. 14) SATA_5 SATA_4 These two SATA2 connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices...USB 3.0 Header (19-pin USB3_2_3) (see p.6, No. 19) GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET 1 OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L This header is one header on this motherboard.
... GND IntA_PA_SSTXIntA_PA_SSTX+ GND IntA_PA_DIntA_PA_D+ Vbus IntA_PB_SSRXIntA_PB_SSRX+ GND IntA_PB_SSTXIntA_PB_SSTX+ GND IntA_PB_DIntA_PB_D+ Dummy 1 Besides two USB 3.0 ports on the I /O panel, there are two headers on this motherboard. B85M Pro3 Serial ATA2 Connectors (SATA_4: see p.6, No. 13) (SATA_5: see p.6, No. 14) SATA_5 SATA_4 These two SATA2 connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices...USB 3.0 Header (19-pin USB3_2_3) (see p.6, No. 19) GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET 1 OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L This header is one header on this motherboard.
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...You don't need to OUT2_L. CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.6, No. 4) 12 24 1 13 This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. To use an AC'97 audio panel, please install it to the front panel ... No. 10) DUMMY SPEAKER 1 +5V DUMMY Please connect the chassis speaker to function correctly. ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.6, No. 20) 1 GND This motherboard pro- 2 +12V 3 FAN_SPEED vides a 4-Pin CPU fan 4 FAN_SPEED_CONTROL (Quiet Fan) connector. D. Chassis Speaker Header (4-pin SPEAKER1) (see p.6, No. 12) FAN_SPEED_CONTROL FAN_SPEED +...
...You don't need to OUT2_L. CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.6, No. 4) 12 24 1 13 This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. To use an AC'97 audio panel, please install it to the front panel ... No. 10) DUMMY SPEAKER 1 +5V DUMMY Please connect the chassis speaker to function correctly. ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.6, No. 20) 1 GND This motherboard pro- 2 +12V 3 FAN_SPEED vides a 4-Pin CPU fan 4 FAN_SPEED_CONTROL (Quiet Fan) connector. D. Chassis Speaker Header (4-pin SPEAKER1) (see p.6, No. 12) FAN_SPEED_CONTROL FAN_SPEED +...
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This connector supports Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. This motherboard supports CASE OPEN detection feature that detects if the chassis cove has been removed. B85M Pro3 ATX 12V Power Connector (4-pin ATX12V1) (see p.6, No. 1) Chassis Intrusion Header (2-pin CI1) (see p.6, No. 15) 1 GND Signal...
This connector supports Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. This motherboard supports CASE OPEN detection feature that detects if the chassis cove has been removed. B85M Pro3 ATX 12V Power Connector (4-pin ATX12V1) (see p.6, No. 1) Chassis Intrusion Header (2-pin CI1) (see p.6, No. 15) 1 GND Signal...
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...Install All or follow the installation wizard to display the menu. Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the application software that enhance the motherboard's features. If the Main Menu does not appear automatically, locate and double click on the support CD driver page. To improve ...us 22 English Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 3.1 Installing Drivers The Support CD that comes with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that the motherboard supports. Running The Support CD To begin using the support CD, insert the CD into your system ...
...Install All or follow the installation wizard to display the menu. Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the application software that enhance the motherboard's features. If the Main Menu does not appear automatically, locate and double click on the support CD driver page. To improve ...us 22 English Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 3.1 Installing Drivers The Support CD that comes with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that the motherboard supports. Running The Support CD To begin using the support CD, insert the CD into your system ...
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... displays detailed HDD information, such as hard disk model, serial number, firmware, power on count, power on , and the duration of the dehumidifying process. B85M Pro3 Dehumidifier Prevent motherboard damages due to be triggered. 25 English values, current temperature, etc. HDD, SSD and optical disk drives are all supported. Click on the health...
... displays detailed HDD information, such as hard disk model, serial number, firmware, power on count, power on , and the duration of the dehumidifying process. B85M Pro3 Dehumidifier Prevent motherboard damages due to be triggered. 25 English values, current temperature, etc. HDD, SSD and optical disk drives are all supported. Click on the health...
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... from 3 into the word box then click OK. 2. Press Win + R simultaneously in Windows Registry Editor. There are certain risks. B85M Pro3 3.3 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Rapid Start Technology enables your motherboard supports this feature. • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8.1/8/7 (32- Feel secure to know that your system will resume to...
... from 3 into the word box then click OK. 2. Press Win + R simultaneously in Windows Registry Editor. There are certain risks. B85M Pro3 3.3 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Rapid Start Technology enables your motherboard supports this feature. • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8.1/8/7 (32- Feel secure to know that your system will resume to...
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... refresh email or social networking applications. There are certain risks. Please backup any important data before operating to -date. 3.4.1 System Requirements • Confirm whether your motherboard supports this feature. • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8.1/8/7 (32- If your waiting time and keeps the content always up-to avoid loss. 1. Double click on...
... refresh email or social networking applications. There are certain risks. Please backup any important data before operating to -date. 3.4.1 System Requirements • Confirm whether your motherboard supports this feature. • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8.1/8/7 (32- If your waiting time and keeps the content always up-to avoid loss. 1. Double click on...
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...smartphone or tablet. Have you ever been in off mode. For ASRock motherboards with your computer, even if the computer is supported on or turn it off, monitor and take control of reach? B85M Pro3 3.5 ASRock Cloud ASRock Cloud makes your mobile devices connect to your computer, however the ...computer was gazillion miles away out of it remotely with another smartphone, tablet or computer. *ASRock Cloud is in a situation where you can ...
...smartphone or tablet. Have you ever been in off mode. For ASRock motherboards with your computer, even if the computer is supported on or turn it off, monitor and take control of reach? B85M Pro3 3.5 ASRock Cloud ASRock Cloud makes your mobile devices connect to your computer, however the ...computer was gazillion miles away out of it remotely with another smartphone, tablet or computer. *ASRock Cloud is in a situation where you can ...
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... is required to be installed to sleep and wake your host computer up from the list by the computer name you give. If you use a motherboard with your host computer to use the Remote Wake-Up function. English Online / Green Offline / Gray Wakable mode Ready to Connect / Blue Unable to use... 3 Find the host computer from a client device. Using Remote Wake-Up Remote Wake-Up allows you to remotely put your Orbweb.ME account and password. B85M Pro3 REMOTE ACCESS FROM A CLIENT DEVICE The lastest version of the LAN ports to Connect / Gray Online / Blue Wakable / Red 43
... is required to be installed to sleep and wake your host computer up from the list by the computer name you give. If you use a motherboard with your host computer to use the Remote Wake-Up function. English Online / Green Offline / Gray Wakable mode Ready to Connect / Blue Unable to use... 3 Find the host computer from a client device. Using Remote Wake-Up Remote Wake-Up allows you to remotely put your Orbweb.ME account and password. B85M Pro3 REMOTE ACCESS FROM A CLIENT DEVICE The lastest version of the LAN ports to Connect / Gray Online / Blue Wakable / Red 43
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... contains several category tabs or buttons that when selected the information panel below displays the relative information. B85M Pro3 3.6 ASRock APP Shop The ASRock APP Shop is an online store for purchasing and downloading software applications for your motherboard up to date simply with a few clicks. Double-click on the image to perform job-related...
... contains several category tabs or buttons that when selected the information panel below displays the relative information. B85M Pro3 3.6 ASRock APP Shop The ASRock APP Shop is an online store for purchasing and downloading software applications for your motherboard up to date simply with a few clicks. Double-click on the image to perform job-related...
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... Optimized GPU OC Setting Please note that overclocking may cause damage to overclock their non Z87 chipset motherboards. It should be done at your own risk and expense. 61 English It should be done at your own risk and expense. Non-Z OC Non-Z ...OC allows users with a K-Series Haswell processor to your GPU and motherboard. Advanced Turbo Load optimized CPU and GPU OC settings. 4.3 OC Tweaker Screen In the OC Tweaker screen, you see on your screen. B85M Pro3 Because the UEFI software is constantly being updated, the following UEFI setup screens and...
... Optimized GPU OC Setting Please note that overclocking may cause damage to overclock their non Z87 chipset motherboards. It should be done at your own risk and expense. 61 English It should be done at your own risk and expense. Non-Z OC Non-Z ...OC allows users with a K-Series Haswell processor to your GPU and motherboard. Advanced Turbo Load optimized CPU and GPU OC settings. 4.3 OC Tweaker Screen In the OC Tweaker screen, you see on your screen. B85M Pro3 Because the UEFI software is constantly being updated, the following UEFI setup screens and...