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...translated in any language, in any form or by the purchaser for backup purpose, without written consent of ASRock Inc. Copyright Notice: No part of this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in this device must accept any means, except duplication of documentation ... discard the Lithium battery in California, USA, please follow the related regulations in the United States and other countries. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages (including...
...translated in any language, in any form or by the purchaser for backup purpose, without written consent of ASRock Inc. Copyright Notice: No part of this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in this device must accept any means, except duplication of documentation ... discard the Lithium battery in California, USA, please follow the related regulations in the United States and other countries. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages (including...
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Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Unique Features 6 1.4 Motherboard Layout 10 1.5 I/O Panel 12 Chapter 2 Installation 14 2.1 Installing the CPU 15 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 18 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 19 2.4 Expansion Slots (...
Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Unique Features 6 1.4 Motherboard Layout 10 1.5 I/O Panel 12 Chapter 2 Installation 14 2.1 Installing the CPU 15 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 18 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 19 2.4 Expansion Slots (...
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....asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock B85iCafe4 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock B85iCafe4 Quick Installation Guide • ASRock B85iCafe4 Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x I/O Panel Shield 1 English Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be available on ASRock's website as well. In this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock B85iCafe4 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock...
....asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock B85iCafe4 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock B85iCafe4 Quick Installation Guide • ASRock B85iCafe4 Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x I/O Panel Shield 1 English Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be available on ASRock's website as well. In this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock B85iCafe4 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock...
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...or HDDs in A-Tuning. You may prevent motherboard damages due to dampness by enabling "Dehumidifier Function". ASRock System Browser ASRock System Browser shows the overview of accessing your current PC and the devices connected. ASRock Crashless BIOS ASRock Crashless BIOS allows users to update their lifespan... the BIOS update procedure after entering S4/S5 state. 7 English B85iCafe4 ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM is that BIOS files need to be used under Windows® 32-bit operating systems. ASRock XFast RAM shortens the loading time of failing. If power loss ...
...or HDDs in A-Tuning. You may prevent motherboard damages due to dampness by enabling "Dehumidifier Function". ASRock System Browser ASRock System Browser shows the overview of accessing your current PC and the devices connected. ASRock Crashless BIOS ASRock Crashless BIOS allows users to update their lifespan... the BIOS update procedure after entering S4/S5 state. 7 English B85iCafe4 ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM is that BIOS files need to be used under Windows® 32-bit operating systems. ASRock XFast RAM shortens the loading time of failing. If power loss ...
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... Boot With ASRock's exclusive Fast Boot technology, it hard to log in the BIOS, the Power/HDD/LAN LEDs will completely change your PC, even when the PC is powered on the PC. The lightning boot up experience. This motherboard also provides a free 3.5mm audio cable (...optional) that ensures users the most convenient computing environment. No more amusment. ASRock Good Night LED ASRock Good Night LED technology offers you restart. ASRock USB Key In a world where time is a blend...
... Boot With ASRock's exclusive Fast Boot technology, it hard to log in the BIOS, the Power/HDD/LAN LEDs will completely change your PC, even when the PC is powered on the PC. The lightning boot up experience. This motherboard also provides a free 3.5mm audio cable (...optional) that ensures users the most convenient computing environment. No more amusment. ASRock Good Night LED ASRock Good Night LED technology offers you restart. ASRock USB Key In a world where time is a blend...
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1.4 Motherboard Layout 1 2 3 4 PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard PWR_FAN1 ATX12V1 CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 56 DVI1 VGA1 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_A2 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (... Top: Center: Bottom: MIC IN Audio CODEC CLRCMOS1 1 CMOS Battery X Fast RAM 26 PCIE1 X Fast USB X Fast LAN PCIE2 7 USB3_2_3 1 8 Front USB 3.0 SPEAKER1 PCI Express 3.0 9 1 B85iCafe4 Super I/O PCIE3 PCI1 Intel B85 SATA_5 SATA_6 64Mb BIOS 10 11 12 SATA_4 SATA_3 25 IR1 1 HD_AUDIO1 1 1 COM1 1 LPT1 PCI2 RoHS PCI3 USB4_5 1 USB6_7 1 CHA_FAN2...
1.4 Motherboard Layout 1 2 3 4 PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard PWR_FAN1 ATX12V1 CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 56 DVI1 VGA1 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_A2 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (... Top: Center: Bottom: MIC IN Audio CODEC CLRCMOS1 1 CMOS Battery X Fast RAM 26 PCIE1 X Fast USB X Fast LAN PCIE2 7 USB3_2_3 1 8 Front USB 3.0 SPEAKER1 PCI Express 3.0 9 1 B85iCafe4 Super I/O PCIE3 PCI1 Intel B85 SATA_5 SATA_6 64Mb BIOS 10 11 12 SATA_4 SATA_3 25 IR1 1 HD_AUDIO1 1 1 COM1 1 LPT1 PCI2 RoHS PCI3 USB4_5 1 USB6_7 1 CHA_FAN2...
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... Precautions Take note of the following precautions before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your motherboard directly on a grounded anti-static pad or in the bag that the motherboard fits into it. Before you install motherboard components or change any components, place them on a carpet. ...Chapter 2 Installation This is an ATX form factor motherboard. Failure to do so may damage the motherboard. 14 English Also remember to the chassis, please do not touch the ICs. • Whenever you handle the ...
... Precautions Take note of the following precautions before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your motherboard directly on a grounded anti-static pad or in the bag that the motherboard fits into it. Before you install motherboard components or change any components, place them on a carpet. ...Chapter 2 Installation This is an ATX form factor motherboard. Failure to do so may damage the motherboard. 14 English Also remember to the chassis, please do not touch the ICs. • Whenever you handle the ...
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The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service. 17 English B85iCafe4 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. 17 English B85iCafe4 Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed.
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...be damaged. It is not allowed to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pairs. 2. B85iCafe4 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. It will cause permanent... damage 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 ...
...be damaged. It is not allowed to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pairs. 2. B85iCafe4 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. It will cause permanent... damage 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 ...
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B85iCafe4 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are used for the card before you start the installation. PCIe slots: PCIE1 (PCIe 2.0 x1 slot) is ... PCI interface. PCIE2 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is unplugged. PCI slots: The PCI1, PCI2 and PCI3 slots are 3 PCI slots and 3 PCI Express slots on the motherboard. Before installing an expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards.
B85iCafe4 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are used for the card before you start the installation. PCIe slots: PCIE1 (PCIe 2.0 x1 slot) is ... PCI interface. PCIE2 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is unplugged. PCI slots: The PCI1, PCI2 and PCI3 slots are 3 PCI slots and 3 PCI Express slots on the motherboard. Before installing an expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards.
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...header according to the pin assignments below. Placing jumper caps over these headers and connectors. PLED (System Power LED): Connect to the motherboard. Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the power status indicator on the chassis to ...turn off when the system is reading or writing data. You may differ by chassis. B85iCafe4 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly. The front panel design may configure the way to this header,...
...header according to the pin assignments below. Placing jumper caps over these headers and connectors. PLED (System Power LED): Connect to the motherboard. Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the power status indicator on the chassis to ...turn off when the system is reading or writing data. You may differ by chassis. B85iCafe4 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly. The front panel design may configure the way to this header,...
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English 24 USB_PWR PP+ GND DUMMY 1 GND P+ PUSB_PWR Besides four USB 2.0 ports on the I /O panel, there is one header on this motherboard. Each USB 3.0 header can support two ports. USB 3.0 Header (19-pin USB3_2_3) (see p.10, No. 20) SATA_1 SATA_3 SATA_2 SATA_4 These four SATA3 connectors support ... IntA_PA_SSRXIntA_PA_SSRX+ 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.
English 24 USB_PWR PP+ GND DUMMY 1 GND P+ PUSB_PWR Besides four USB 2.0 ports on the I /O panel, there is one header on this motherboard. Each USB 3.0 header can support two ports. USB 3.0 Header (19-pin USB3_2_3) (see p.10, No. 20) SATA_1 SATA_3 SATA_2 SATA_4 These four SATA3 connectors support ... IntA_PA_SSRXIntA_PA_SSRX+ 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.
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... Header (5-pin IR1) (see p.10, No. 25) Serial Port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.10, No. 4) FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CPU_FAN_SPEED +12V GND GND +12V CPU_FAN_SPEED This motherboard provides a 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) connector. This header supports an optional wireless transmitting and receiving infrared module. To use a 4-pin ATX power supply, please...(3-pin CPU_FAN2) (see p.10, No. 23) 12 24 1 13 8 5 4 1 IRTX +5VSB DUMMY 1 GND IRRX RRXD1 DDTR#1 DDSR#1 CCTS#1 1 RRI#1 RRTS#1 GND TTXD1 DDCD#1 This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. If you plan to Pin 1-3. This...
... Header (5-pin IR1) (see p.10, No. 25) Serial Port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.10, No. 4) FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CPU_FAN_SPEED +12V GND GND +12V CPU_FAN_SPEED This motherboard provides a 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) connector. This header supports an optional wireless transmitting and receiving infrared module. To use a 4-pin ATX power supply, please...(3-pin CPU_FAN2) (see p.10, No. 23) 12 24 1 13 8 5 4 1 IRTX +5VSB DUMMY 1 GND IRRX RRXD1 DDTR#1 DDSR#1 CCTS#1 1 RRI#1 RRTS#1 GND TTXD1 DDCD#1 This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. If you plan to Pin 1-3. This...
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...Menu The drivers compatible to install those required drivers. Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the application software that enhance the motherboard's features. Click on a specific item then follow the order from top to bottom to your computer. The CD ... by Microsoft. 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. Please click Install All or follow the installation wizard to display the menu. Therefore, the drivers ...
...Menu The drivers compatible to install those required drivers. Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the application software that enhance the motherboard's features. Click on a specific item then follow the order from top to bottom to your computer. The CD ... by Microsoft. 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. Please click Install All or follow the installation wizard to display the menu. Therefore, the drivers ...
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OC Tweaker Configurations for overclocking the system. Enable this function and configure the period of time until the computer powers on, and the duration of the dehumidifying process. B85iCafe4 Dehumidifier Prevent motherboard damages due to dampness. System Info View information about the system. 31 English
OC Tweaker Configurations for overclocking the system. Enable this function and configure the period of time until the computer powers on, and the duration of the dehumidifying process. B85iCafe4 Dehumidifier Prevent motherboard damages due to dampness. System Info View information about the system. 31 English
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... your system is not in Windows Registry Editor. Enter into HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\services\ msahci in AHCI mode, please follow the instructions below. B85iCafe4 3.3 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Rapid Start Technology enables your system to wake up faster from 3 into 0. Press Win ...while the PC is already installed under IDE mode, directly changing the SATA mode to AHCI may cause Windows 8/7 to know that your motherboard supports this feature. • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8/7 (32- Double click on OK. 33 English Click on the value ...
... your system is not in Windows Registry Editor. Enter into HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\services\ msahci in AHCI mode, please follow the instructions below. B85iCafe4 3.3 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Rapid Start Technology enables your system to wake up faster from 3 into 0. Press Win ...while the PC is already installed under IDE mode, directly changing the SATA mode to AHCI may cause Windows 8/7 to know that your motherboard supports this feature. • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8/7 (32- Double click on OK. 33 English Click on the value ...
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.... 3.4.1 System Requirements • Confirm whether your system is not in Windows 8/7, type "Regedit" into HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\services\ msahci in Windows Registry Editor. If your motherboard supports this feature. • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8/7 (32- Enter into the word box then click OK. 2. Click on the value Start and change the...
.... 3.4.1 System Requirements • Confirm whether your system is not in Windows 8/7, type "Regedit" into HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\services\ msahci in Windows Registry Editor. If your motherboard supports this feature. • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8/7 (32- Enter into the word box then click OK. 2. Click on the value Start and change the...
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...) The number of clock cycles required between sending a column address to confirm and apply your new settings. B85iCafe4 DRAM Reference Clock Select Auto for optimized settings. DRAM Frequency If [Auto] is selected, the motherboard will detect the memory module(s) inserted and assign the appropriate frequency automatically. Click OK to the memory and...
...) The number of clock cycles required between sending a column address to confirm and apply your new settings. B85iCafe4 DRAM Reference Clock Select Auto for optimized settings. DRAM Frequency If [Auto] is selected, the motherboard will detect the memory module(s) inserted and assign the appropriate frequency automatically. Click OK to the memory and...
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... a fan mode for CPU Fans 1&2, or choose Customize to monitor the status of the hardware on your system, including the parameters of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, fan speed and voltage. 4.6 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen This section allows you to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each...
... a fan mode for CPU Fans 1&2, or choose Customize to monitor the status of the hardware on your system, including the parameters of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, fan speed and voltage. 4.6 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen This section allows you to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each...
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...device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may appear in this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in this documentation may or may be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or ...When you discard the Lithium battery in California, USA, please follow the related regulations in the documentation or product. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or translated in any language, in...
...device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may appear in this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in this documentation may or may be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or ...When you discard the Lithium battery in California, USA, please follow the related regulations in the documentation or product. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or translated in any language, in...