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... - When the Option ROM loads during boot-up, it displays pertinent information about the RAID logical drives that monitors the condition of the AMD motherboard. The AMD motherboard port ID number to which the Single Disk (unassigned physical drive) is fully operational, and no longer operational, meaning you assigned when the logical...
... - When the Option ROM loads during boot-up, it displays pertinent information about the RAID logical drives that monitors the condition of the AMD motherboard. The AMD motherboard port ID number to which the Single Disk (unassigned physical drive) is fully operational, and no longer operational, meaning you assigned when the logical...
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The total number of ports depends on the motherboard and whether a port multiplier is OK. Identifies the manufacturer, model, and model number (if applicable) of the physical drive, such as SATA 1.5 Gb/s, 3.0 Gb/s, or 6.0 ... Assignments screen. refers to split the capacity of disk drives. This field identifies the logical drive to which the physical drive belongs. Shows the AMD motherboard port ID number to which a particular physical drive is one logical drive composed of the physical drive. 1.6 Viewing Drive Assignments From the Main Menu screen...
The total number of ports depends on the motherboard and whether a port multiplier is OK. Identifies the manufacturer, model, and model number (if applicable) of the physical drive, such as SATA 1.5 Gb/s, 3.0 Gb/s, or 6.0 ... Assignments screen. refers to split the capacity of disk drives. This field identifies the logical drive to which the physical drive belongs. Shows the AMD motherboard port ID number to which a particular physical drive is one logical drive composed of the physical drive. 1.6 Viewing Drive Assignments From the Main Menu screen...
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... in the manual or product. In no responsibility for backup purpose, without written consent of ASRock Inc. CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in any form or by any means, except duplication of...regulations passed by the California Legislature. "Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate" ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com 2 With respect to the contents of this manual are used only for a particular purpose. This device complies with...
... in the manual or product. In no responsibility for backup purpose, without written consent of ASRock Inc. CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in any form or by any means, except duplication of...regulations passed by the California Legislature. "Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate" ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com 2 With respect to the contents of this manual are used only for a particular purpose. This device complies with...
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... Functions 32 2.14 Installing Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit / XP Without RAID Functions 33 3 Introduction 5 1.1 Package Contents 5 1.2 Specifications 6 1.3 Unique Features 9 1.4 Motherboard Layout 13 1.5 I/O Panel 14 2.
... Functions 32 2.14 Installing Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit / XP Without RAID Functions 33 3 Introduction 5 1.1 Package Contents 5 1.2 Specifications 6 1.3 Unique Features 9 1.4 Motherboard Layout 13 1.5 I/O Panel 14 2.
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... might be updated, the content of this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock FM2A55M-DGS 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 FM2A55M-DGS R2.0 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) ASRock FM2A55M-DGS R2.0 Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A55M-DGS R2.0 Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... In case any modifications...
... might be updated, the content of this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock FM2A55M-DGS 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 FM2A55M-DGS R2.0 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) ASRock FM2A55M-DGS R2.0 Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A55M-DGS R2.0 Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... In case any modifications...
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... reservation for system usage under Windows® 8 / 7 / VistaTM. We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking. CAUTION! 1. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 2. Due to http://www.amd.com/us/products/technologies/ dual-graphics/Pages/dual-graphics.aspx#3 for details. 8 * For detailed product information...® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to the memory support list on our website for the compatible memory modules. Whether 1866/1600MHz memory speed is supported depends on the CPU you want to adopt DDR3 1866/1600 memory module on this motherboard, please refer to ...
... reservation for system usage under Windows® 8 / 7 / VistaTM. We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking. CAUTION! 1. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 2. Due to http://www.amd.com/us/products/technologies/ dual-graphics/Pages/dual-graphics.aspx#3 for details. 8 * For detailed product information...® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to the memory support list on our website for the compatible memory modules. Whether 1866/1600MHz memory speed is supported depends on the CPU you want to adopt DDR3 1866/1600 memory module on this motherboard, please refer to ...
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... by enabling "Dehumidifier Function". After copying the RAID driver to your USB disk. ASRock Internet Flash ASRock Internet Flash searches for available UEFI firmware updates from our servers and flash them without fear of failing. You may prevent motherboard damages due to "RAID", then you can autodetect the latest UEFI from our servers...
... by enabling "Dehumidifier Function". After copying the RAID driver to your USB disk. ASRock Internet Flash ASRock Internet Flash searches for available UEFI firmware updates from our servers and flash them without fear of failing. You may prevent motherboard damages due to "RAID", then you can autodetect the latest UEFI from our servers...
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1.4 Motherboard Layout 28 27 26 25 7 24 8 2 9 10 11 12 13 14 23 22 21 20 1918 17 16 15 1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 2 ATX ...
1.4 Motherboard Layout 28 27 26 25 7 24 8 2 9 10 11 12 13 14 23 22 21 20 1918 17 16 15 1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 2 ATX ...
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... chassis, please do not over-tighten the screws! Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the following precautions before touching any component, place it . Whenever you install motherboard components or change any component, ensure that comes with the component. 5. Failure...so may cause severe damage to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you install or remove any motherboard settings. Installation This is detached from the wall socket before you uninstall any component. 2. Before you handle components. 3. When...
... chassis, please do not over-tighten the screws! Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the following precautions before touching any component, place it . Whenever you install motherboard components or change any component, ensure that comes with the component. 5. Failure...so may cause severe damage to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you install or remove any motherboard settings. Installation This is detached from the wall socket before you uninstall any component. 2. Before you handle components. 3. When...
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... the CPU into the socket to secure the CPU. For proper installation, please kindly refer to a 90o angle. DO NOT force the CPU into this motherboard, it is in place, press it fits in place. 2.1 CPU Installation Step 1. Position the CPU directly above the socket such that the CPU and the...
... the CPU into the socket to secure the CPU. For proper installation, please kindly refer to a 90o angle. DO NOT force the CPU into this motherboard, it is in place, press it fits in place. 2.1 CPU Installation Step 1. Position the CPU directly above the socket such that the CPU and the...
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... break on the slot. The DIMM only fits in one memory module or two non-identical memory modules, it will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you always need to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology. 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) This... motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Otherwise, it is properly seated. 17 Firmly insert the ...
... break on the slot. The DIMM only fits in one memory module or two non-identical memory modules, it will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you always need to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology. 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) This... motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Otherwise, it is properly seated. 17 Firmly insert the ...
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Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is unplugged. Remove the bracket facing the slot that you start the installation. Align the card connector with x1 lane width cards, such as Gigabit ... lane width graphics cards. Keep the screws for PCI Express cards with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on this motherboard. Fasten the card to use . Step 6. 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There is 1 PCI slot and 2 PCI Express slots on the slot. PCI...
Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is unplugged. Remove the bracket facing the slot that you start the installation. Align the card connector with x1 lane width cards, such as Gigabit ... lane width graphics cards. Keep the screws for PCI Express cards with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on this motherboard. Fasten the card to use . Step 6. 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There is 1 PCI slot and 2 PCI Express slots on the slot. PCI...
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... chipset, all operating in your system for blisteringly-fast frame rates. Restart your computer. Step 6. 2.5 AMD Dual Graphics Operation Guide This motherboard supports AMD Dual Graphics feature. What does an AMD Dual Graphics system include? Boot into OS. Please keep the default UEFI setting of... with Windows® VistaTM OS. Right-click the desktop. An AMD Dual Graphics system includes an AMD Radeon HD 7000 graphics processor and a motherboard based on [Auto]. Step 4. Currently, AMD Dual Graphics Technology is only supported with Windows® 8 / 7 OS, and is not ...
... chipset, all operating in your system for blisteringly-fast frame rates. Restart your computer. Step 6. 2.5 AMD Dual Graphics Operation Guide This motherboard supports AMD Dual Graphics feature. What does an AMD Dual Graphics system include? Boot into OS. Please keep the default UEFI setting of... with Windows® VistaTM OS. Right-click the desktop. An AMD Dual Graphics system includes an AMD Radeon HD 7000 graphics processor and a motherboard based on [Auto]. Step 4. Currently, AMD Dual Graphics Technology is only supported with Windows® 8 / 7 OS, and is not ...
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...dual monitor feature without installing any add-on the I /O panel, or connect DVI-D monitor cable to DVI-D port on VGA card to this motherboard. When you can drive same or different display contents. 2.6 Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features Dual Monitor Feature This... feature. Connect D-Sub monitor cable to support dual VGA output so that D-Sub and DVI-D can freely enjoy the benefits of both monitors. 21 This motherboard also provides independent display controllers for D-Sub and DVI-D to D-Sub port on the I /O panel. D-Sub port DVI-D port 2. With the internal ...
...dual monitor feature without installing any add-on the I /O panel, or connect DVI-D monitor cable to DVI-D port on VGA card to this motherboard. When you can drive same or different display contents. 2.6 Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features Dual Monitor Feature This... feature. Connect D-Sub monitor cable to support dual VGA output so that D-Sub and DVI-D can freely enjoy the benefits of both monitors. 21 This motherboard also provides independent display controllers for D-Sub and DVI-D to D-Sub port on the I /O panel. D-Sub port DVI-D port 2. With the internal ...
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... up a multi-monitor display. 22 Enter "Share Memory" option to adjust the memory capability to [32MB], [64MB], [128MB], [256MB], [512MB], [1GB], or [2GB] to this motherboard. 4. If you select is less than the total capability of "Share Memory", [Auto], will disable D-Sub function when the add-on VGA card is no...
... up a multi-monitor display. 22 Enter "Share Memory" option to adjust the memory capability to [32MB], [64MB], [128MB], [256MB], [512MB], [1GB], or [2GB] to this motherboard. 4. If you select is less than the total capability of "Share Memory", [Auto], will disable D-Sub function when the add-on VGA card is no...
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...icon. Therefore, you can adjust the parameters of content as well. HDCP is my main monitor" and "Extend the desktop onto this motherboard. Due to another. Use Surround Display. Click and drag the display icons to use HDCP function with high-definition HDCP encryption contents.... number three to the steps below instruction for protecting digital entertainment content that you can enjoy the superior display quality with this motherboard, you move items from one monitor to the increase in manufacturers employing HDCP in their equipment, it is HDCP? such as...
...icon. Therefore, you can adjust the parameters of content as well. HDCP is my main monitor" and "Extend the desktop onto this motherboard. Due to another. Use Surround Display. Click and drag the display icons to use HDCP function with high-definition HDCP encryption contents.... number three to the steps below instruction for protecting digital entertainment content that you can enjoy the superior display quality with this motherboard, you move items from one monitor to the increase in manufacturers employing HDCP in their equipment, it is HDCP? such as...
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Placing jumper caps over these headers and connectors. The current SATA2 interface allows up to the SATA2 hard disk or the SATA2 connector on this motherboard. Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cable (Optional) USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB4_5) (see p.13 No. 18) (9-pin USB8_9) (see p.13, No. ... (SATA_5: see p.13, No. 16) (SATA_6: see p.13 No. 19) Either end of the motherboard! 2.8 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are two USB 2.0 headers on this motherboard. Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage of the SATA data...
Placing jumper caps over these headers and connectors. The current SATA2 interface allows up to the SATA2 hard disk or the SATA2 connector on this motherboard. Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cable (Optional) USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB4_5) (see p.13 No. 18) (9-pin USB8_9) (see p.13, No. ... (SATA_5: see p.13, No. 16) (SATA_6: see p.13 No. 19) Either end of the motherboard! 2.8 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are two USB 2.0 headers on this motherboard. Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage of the SATA data...
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... in our manual and chassis manual to the front panel audio header as below: A. Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.13, No. 27) This motherboard supports CASE OPEN detection feature that allows convenient connection and control of audio devices. 1. D. To activate the front mic. Adjust "Recording Volume". B. This feature requires...
... in our manual and chassis manual to the front panel audio header as below: A. Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.13, No. 27) This motherboard supports CASE OPEN detection feature that allows convenient connection and control of audio devices. 1. D. To activate the front mic. Adjust "Recording Volume". B. This feature requires...
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...Supply Installation ATX 12V Power Connector (4-pin ATX12V1) (see p.13, No. 1) 12 1 Please connect an ATX 12V power supply to this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can be controlled through UEFI or AXTU. Chassis and Power Fan ... p.13 No. 7) (3-pin PWR_FAN1) (see p.13 No. 2) 12 13 Please connect an ATX power supply to this connector. 1 Though this motherboard, please connect it can still work successfully even without the fan speed control function. Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation ATX Power Connector 24 (24-pin...
...Supply Installation ATX 12V Power Connector (4-pin ATX12V1) (see p.13, No. 1) 12 1 Please connect an ATX 12V power supply to this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can be controlled through UEFI or AXTU. Chassis and Power Fan ... p.13 No. 7) (3-pin PWR_FAN1) (see p.13 No. 2) 12 13 Please connect an ATX power supply to this connector. 1 Though this motherboard, please connect it can still work successfully even without the fan speed control function. Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation ATX Power Connector 24 (24-pin...
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... 4: Connect the other end of the SATA data cable to the SATA2 hard disk. 2.10 Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for SATA2 HDDs This motherboard supports Hot Plug and Hot Swap functions for internal storage devices. However, please note that supports Serial ATA2 (SATA2) hard disks and RAID (RAID 0, RAID... for RAID configuration, it cannot perform Hot Plug if the OS has been installed into the drive bays of the SATA data cable to the motherboard's SATA2 con- What is Hot Plug Function? STEP 2: Connect the SATA power cable to install the SATA2 hard disks. If the SATA2 HDDs are built...
... 4: Connect the other end of the SATA data cable to the SATA2 hard disk. 2.10 Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for SATA2 HDDs This motherboard supports Hot Plug and Hot Swap functions for internal storage devices. However, please note that supports Serial ATA2 (SATA2) hard disks and RAID (RAID 0, RAID... for RAID configuration, it cannot perform Hot Plug if the OS has been installed into the drive bays of the SATA data cable to the motherboard's SATA2 con- What is Hot Plug Function? STEP 2: Connect the SATA power cable to install the SATA2 hard disks. If the SATA2 HDDs are built...