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... Array 9 1.4.1 Configuring RAID Option ROM For AMD A85X/A75/A55 Chipsets 9 1.4.2 Configuring Legacy RAID ROM For AMD A88X Chipset 12 2. AMD RAID Installation Guide 1. AMD BIOS RAID Installation Guide 2 1.1 Introduction to Create RAID Array in Windows (for AMD A88X Chipset 23 1
... Array 9 1.4.1 Configuring RAID Option ROM For AMD A85X/A75/A55 Chipsets 9 1.4.2 Configuring Legacy RAID ROM For AMD A88X Chipset 12 2. AMD RAID Installation Guide 1. AMD BIOS RAID Installation Guide 2 1.1 Introduction to Create RAID Array in Windows (for AMD A88X Chipset 23 1
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... the detailed instruction of the "User Manual" in our support CD, then you make a SATA driver diskette, press or to enter BIOS setup to the surviving drive as a single drive but at a sustained data transfer rate. WARNING!! For optimal performance, please install identical... called data mirroring that optimizes two identical hard disk drives to RAID mode by using the onboard FastBuild BIOS utility under BIOS environment. AMD BIOS RAID Installation Guide AMD BIOS RAID Installation Guide is called data striping that copies and maintains an identical image of data from one ...
... the detailed instruction of the "User Manual" in our support CD, then you make a SATA driver diskette, press or to enter BIOS setup to the surviving drive as a single drive but at a sustained data transfer rate. WARNING!! For optimal performance, please install identical... called data mirroring that optimizes two identical hard disk drives to RAID mode by using the onboard FastBuild BIOS utility under BIOS environment. AMD BIOS RAID Installation Guide AMD BIOS RAID Installation Guide is called data striping that copies and maintains an identical image of data from one ...
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... to save and exit. G. AMD has not released the BIOS code to support A88X chipset, please wait for Windows® 8 64-bit only) Create and configure the RAID disk in GPT mode to enter boot menu and select "Built-in ASRock's official website: www.asrock.com. C. Click to support RAID disk size over...; Storage Configuration. Click to AMD A85X, A75, A55 chipsets. Set the "Onboard RAID 3TB+ Unlocker" option to . E. Set the "SATA Mode" option to . Way 2: (for BIOS update in EFI shell".
... to save and exit. G. AMD has not released the BIOS code to support A88X chipset, please wait for Windows® 8 64-bit only) Create and configure the RAID disk in GPT mode to enter boot menu and select "Built-in ASRock's official website: www.asrock.com. C. Click to support RAID disk size over...; Storage Configuration. Click to AMD A85X, A75, A55 chipsets. Set the "Onboard RAID 3TB+ Unlocker" option to . E. Set the "SATA Mode" option to . Way 2: (for BIOS update in EFI shell".
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... desired capacity for the first logical drive and press . 1. To create a new array, press on the "Create Array" option. *Be sure to enter the RAID BIOS setup utility. Please install the operating system to your computer by following the detailed instruction of the "User Manual" in our support CD. 1.4.2 Configuring Legacy...
... desired capacity for the first logical drive and press . 1. To create a new array, press on the "Create Array" option. *Be sure to enter the RAID BIOS setup utility. Please install the operating system to your computer by following the detailed instruction of the "User Manual" in our support CD. 1.4.2 Configuring Legacy...
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When completed, you will see the new array on the main screen. Press to confirm and then press to return to proceed. Select a caching mode and press to the previous screen. Press to exit the RAID BIOS utility. 14
When completed, you will see the new array on the main screen. Press to confirm and then press to return to proceed. Select a caching mode and press to the previous screen. Press to exit the RAID BIOS utility. 14
User Manual
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.../index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A55M-HD+ Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) ASRock FM2A55M-HD+ Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A55M-HD+ Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. Chapter 3 contains the operation guide of the BIOS setup. In case any...
.../index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A55M-HD+ Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) ASRock FM2A55M-HD+ Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A55M-HD+ Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. Chapter 3 contains the operation guide of the BIOS setup. In case any...
User Manual
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quired) English 4 Connector BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor OS Certifications • 1 x Print Port Header • 1 x COM Port Header • 1 x Chassis Intrusion Header • 1 x TPM Header • 1 x CPU Fan ... pin ATX Power Connector • 1 x 4 pin 12V Power Connector • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) • 64Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support • Supports "Plug and Play" • ACPI 1.1 Compliant wake up events • Supports jumperfree • SMBIOS 2.3.1 support • DRAM, CPU Voltage multi...
quired) English 4 Connector BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor OS Certifications • 1 x Print Port Header • 1 x COM Port Header • 1 x Chassis Intrusion Header • 1 x TPM Header • 1 x CPU Fan ... pin ATX Power Connector • 1 x 4 pin 12V Power Connector • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) • 64Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support • Supports "Plug and Play" • ACPI 1.1 Compliant wake up events • Supports jumperfree • SMBIOS 2.3.1 support • DRAM, CPU Voltage multi...
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FM2A55M-HD+ * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that Windows® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. We are not responsible for system usage under Windows® 8 / 7. Whether 2133/... the reservation for possible damage caused by overclocking. If you adopt. For Windows® 64-bit OS with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools.
FM2A55M-HD+ * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that Windows® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. We are not responsible for system usage under Windows® 8 / 7. Whether 2133/... the reservation for possible damage caused by overclocking. If you adopt. For Windows® 64-bit OS with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools.
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...such as iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch, ASRock has prepared a wonderful solution for your PC enters into the BIOS setup menu to access ASRock Instant Flash. Simply install the APP Charger driver, it makes your PC in just a few seconds. ASRock Instant Boot ASRock Instant Boot allows you to 40%... speed for you to enter your Windows® desktop in a few seconds, provides a much quickly from your BIOS only in a few clicks without entering operating systems first like MSDOS or Windows®. ASRock APP Charger allows you can update your computer and up time. 1.3 Unique Features...
...such as iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch, ASRock has prepared a wonderful solution for your PC enters into the BIOS setup menu to access ASRock Instant Flash. Simply install the APP Charger driver, it makes your PC in just a few seconds. ASRock Instant Boot ASRock Instant Boot allows you to 40%... speed for you to enter your Windows® desktop in a few seconds, provides a much quickly from your BIOS only in a few clicks without entering operating systems first like MSDOS or Windows®. ASRock APP Charger allows you can update your computer and up time. 1.3 Unique Features...
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... and/or add new programs. Lower Latency in games. If power loss occurs during the BIOS update process, ASRock Crashless BIOS will automatically finish the BIOS update procedure after regaining power. FM2A55M-HD+ hibernation mode (S4) or power off (S5). ASRock XFast LAN ASRock XFast LAN provides a faster internet access, which data streams you can easily enjoy the...
... and/or add new programs. Lower Latency in games. If power loss occurs during the BIOS update process, ASRock Crashless BIOS will automatically finish the BIOS update procedure after regaining power. FM2A55M-HD+ hibernation mode (S4) or power off (S5). ASRock XFast LAN ASRock XFast LAN provides a faster internet access, which data streams you can easily enjoy the...
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1.4 Motherboard Layout 1 2 PWR_FAN1 3 4 CPU_FAN1 DVI1 VGA1 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) AT X P W R 1 HDMI SOCKET FM2b RJ-45 LAN 5 USB 2.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 USB 2.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 USB 2.0 T: USB4 B: USB5 FM2A55M-HD+ 22 21 USB6_7 USB8_9 64Mb BIOS AMD A55 (Hudson-D2) Chipset 6 7 8 9 CHA_FAN1 10 TPMS1 1 11 PCI Express 3.0 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 10 English
1.4 Motherboard Layout 1 2 PWR_FAN1 3 4 CPU_FAN1 DVI1 VGA1 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) AT X P W R 1 HDMI SOCKET FM2b RJ-45 LAN 5 USB 2.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 USB 2.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 USB 2.0 T: USB4 B: USB5 FM2A55M-HD+ 22 21 USB6_7 USB8_9 64Mb BIOS AMD A55 (Hudson-D2) Chipset 6 7 8 9 CHA_FAN1 10 TPMS1 1 11 PCI Express 3.0 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 10 English
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... the system parameters to clear the record of previous chassis intrusion status. If you need to clear the CMOS when you just finish updating the BIOS, you must boot up the system first, and then shut it down before you do not clear the CMOS right after you update the... BIOS. Please adjust the BIOS option "Clear Status" to default setup, please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power supply. When the jumper cap...
... the system parameters to clear the record of previous chassis intrusion status. If you need to clear the CMOS when you just finish updating the BIOS, you must boot up the system first, and then shut it down before you do not clear the CMOS right after you update the... BIOS. Please adjust the BIOS option "Clear Status" to default setup, please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power supply. When the jumper cap...
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... up or down to select items, then press to enter the UEFI Setup Utility, otherwise, POST will it make BIOS setup less difficult but also a lot more amusing. 4. UEFI SETUP UTILITY 4.1 Introduction ASRock Interactive UEFI is constantly being updated, the following selections: Main For setting system time/date information OC Tweaker For...
... up or down to select items, then press to enter the UEFI Setup Utility, otherwise, POST will it make BIOS setup less difficult but also a lot more amusing. 4. UEFI SETUP UTILITY 4.1 Introduction ASRock Interactive UEFI is constantly being updated, the following selections: Main For setting system time/date information OC Tweaker For...
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... Mode This item is [Enabled]. SATA Mode Use this item to RAID mode, it is suggested to adjust SATA Mode. AMD AHCI BIOS ROM Use this item. If you set this item to install SATA ODD driver on SATA_5 and SATA_6 ports, please disable this item to...of this option is [AHCI Mode]. Hard Disk S.M.A.R.T. Use this item to enable or disable AMD AHCI BIOS ROM. Use this item to enable or disable the "SATA Controller" feature. 4.4.4 Storage Configuration FM2A55M-HD+ SATA Controller Use this item to enable or disable SATA IDE combined mode. Configuration options: [AHCI ...
... Mode This item is [Enabled]. SATA Mode Use this item to RAID mode, it is suggested to adjust SATA Mode. AMD AHCI BIOS ROM Use this item. If you set this item to install SATA ODD driver on SATA_5 and SATA_6 ports, please disable this item to...of this option is [AHCI Mode]. Hard Disk S.M.A.R.T. Use this item to enable or disable AMD AHCI BIOS ROM. Use this item to enable or disable the "SATA Controller" feature. 4.4.4 Storage Configuration FM2A55M-HD+ SATA Controller Use this item to enable or disable SATA IDE combined mode. Configuration options: [AHCI ...
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...Fast Boot minimizes your system for you to below descriptions for setup activation key. Please refer to configure the boot settings and the boot priority. FM2A55M-HD+ 4.7 Boot Screen In this section, it will display the available devices on your computer's boot time. There are three configuration options: [.... [Ultra Fast] - The default value is [Enabled]. 55 English Disable Fast Boot. [Fast] - You will not be able to enter BIOS Setup (Clear CMOS or run utility in order to [On], it will automatically activate the Numeric Lock function after boot-up. Full Screen Logo...
...Fast Boot minimizes your system for you to below descriptions for setup activation key. Please refer to configure the boot settings and the boot priority. FM2A55M-HD+ 4.7 Boot Screen In this section, it will display the available devices on your computer's boot time. There are three configuration options: [.... [Ultra Fast] - The default value is [Enabled]. 55 English Disable Fast Boot. [Fast] - You will not be able to enter BIOS Setup (Clear CMOS or run utility in order to [On], it will automatically activate the Numeric Lock function after boot-up. Full Screen Logo...
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... are using Windows® 8 64-bit and all of your devices support UEFI, you 're running a WHCK test. Do not launch? Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] - Boot Failure Guard Count Enable or disable the feature of Boot Failure Guard. Select Legacy only to run those that support UEFI option ROM only...
... are using Windows® 8 64-bit and all of your devices support UEFI, you 're running a WHCK test. Do not launch? Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] - Boot Failure Guard Count Enable or disable the feature of Boot Failure Guard. Select Legacy only to run those that support UEFI option ROM only...
Quick Installation Guide
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Motherboard Layout 1 2 PWR_FAN1 3 CPU_FAN1 FM2A55M-HD+ 4 DVI1 VGA1 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) AT X P W R 1 HDMI SOCKET FM2b RJ-45 LAN 5 USB 2.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 USB 2.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 USB 2.0 T: USB4 B: USB5 FM2A55M-HD+ 22 21 USB6_7 USB8_9 64Mb BIOS AMD A55 (Hudson-D2) Chipset 6 7 8 9 CHA_FAN1 10 11 PCI Express 3.0 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 1 TPMS1 1 English
Motherboard Layout 1 2 PWR_FAN1 3 CPU_FAN1 FM2A55M-HD+ 4 DVI1 VGA1 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) AT X P W R 1 HDMI SOCKET FM2b RJ-45 LAN 5 USB 2.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 USB 2.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 USB 2.0 T: USB4 B: USB5 FM2A55M-HD+ 22 21 USB6_7 USB8_9 64Mb BIOS AMD A55 (Hudson-D2) Chipset 6 7 8 9 CHA_FAN1 10 11 PCI Express 3.0 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 1 TPMS1 1 English
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..., please visit our website for purchasing ASRock FM2A55M-HD+ motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. This Quick Installation Guide contains introduction of this manual will be available on ASRock website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you are using. Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the...
..., please visit our website for purchasing ASRock FM2A55M-HD+ motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. This Quick Installation Guide contains introduction of this manual will be available on ASRock website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you are using. Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the...
Quick Installation Guide
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quired) English 8 Connector BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor OS Certifications • 1 x Print Port Header • 1 x COM Port Header • 1 x Chassis Intrusion Header • 1 x TPM Header • 1 x CPU Fan ... pin ATX Power Connector • 1 x 4 pin 12V Power Connector • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) • 64Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support • Supports "Plug and Play" • ACPI 1.1 Compliant wake up events • Supports jumperfree • SMBIOS 2.3.1 support • DRAM, CPU Voltage multi...
quired) English 8 Connector BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor OS Certifications • 1 x Print Port Header • 1 x COM Port Header • 1 x Chassis Intrusion Header • 1 x TPM Header • 1 x CPU Fan ... pin ATX Power Connector • 1 x 4 pin 12V Power Connector • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) • 64Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support • Supports "Plug and Play" • ACPI 1.1 Compliant wake up events • Supports jumperfree • SMBIOS 2.3.1 support • DRAM, CPU Voltage multi...
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...BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools. Due to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may affect your system's stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. Overclocking may be done at your system. FM2A55M-HD...+ * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that Windows® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to utilize the memory that there is a...
...BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools. Due to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may affect your system's stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. Overclocking may be done at your system. FM2A55M-HD...+ * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that Windows® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to utilize the memory that there is a...