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...Power LED Header (PLED1) 25 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1) 26 USB 2.0 Header (USB7_8) 27 USB 2.0 Header (USB5_6) 28 USB 2.0 Header (USB3_4) 29 Consumer Infrared Module Header (CIR1) 30 COM Port Header (COM1) 31 HDMI_SPDIF Header (HDMI_SPDIF1) 32 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1) 33 PCI Slot (PCI3) 34 PCI Slot (PCI2) 35 SPI Flash Memory (64Mb) 36 PCI Express 2.0 x16 Slot (PCIE4) 37 PCI Slot (PCI1) 38 PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slot (PCIE3) 39 PCI Express 2.0 x16 Slot (PCIE2) 40 PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slot (PCIE1) 41 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2) 42 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3) 2 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4...
...Power LED Header (PLED1) 25 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1) 26 USB 2.0 Header (USB7_8) 27 USB 2.0 Header (USB5_6) 28 USB 2.0 Header (USB3_4) 29 Consumer Infrared Module Header (CIR1) 30 COM Port Header (COM1) 31 HDMI_SPDIF Header (HDMI_SPDIF1) 32 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1) 33 PCI Slot (PCI3) 34 PCI Slot (PCI2) 35 SPI Flash Memory (64Mb) 36 PCI Express 2.0 x16 Slot (PCIE4) 37 PCI Slot (PCI1) 38 PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slot (PCIE3) 39 PCI Express 2.0 x16 Slot (PCIE2) 40 PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slot (PCIE1) 41 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2) 42 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3) 2 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4...
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...) **** 13 eSATA3 Connector (eSATA1) ** 5 LAN RJ-45 Port 14 Clear CMOS Switch (CLRCBTN) 6 Central / Bass (Orange) 15 HDMI Port (HDMI1) 7 Rear Speaker (Black) 16 DVI-D Port (DVI1) 8 Optical SPDIF Out Port 17 USB 3.0 Ports (USB12) 9 Line In (Light Blue) * It is recommended to install the USB Keyboard/Mouse cable to USB 2.0 ports (USB01) instead of USB 3.0 ports. ** There are two LED next to the table below for connection details in accordance with the type of speaker you use .
...) **** 13 eSATA3 Connector (eSATA1) ** 5 LAN RJ-45 Port 14 Clear CMOS Switch (CLRCBTN) 6 Central / Bass (Orange) 15 HDMI Port (HDMI1) 7 Rear Speaker (Black) 16 DVI-D Port (DVI1) 8 Optical SPDIF Out Port 17 USB 3.0 Ports (USB12) 9 Line In (Light Blue) * It is recommended to install the USB Keyboard/Mouse cable to USB 2.0 ports (USB01) instead of USB 3.0 ports. ** There are two LED next to the table below for connection details in accordance with the type of speaker you use .
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... the "User Manual" in the Support CD. 1. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the content of this manual will be subject to AHCI mode. For the BIOS setup, please refer to set the BIOS option in , 30.5 cm x 22.4 cm) ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Support CD 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You...
... the "User Manual" in the Support CD. 1. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the content of this manual will be subject to AHCI mode. For the BIOS setup, please refer to set the BIOS option in , 30.5 cm x 22.4 cm) ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Support CD 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You...
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... - resolution up to 1920x1200 @ 60Hz - Supports AMD Steady VideoTM: New video post processing capability for Socket FM2 100W processors - 4 + 2 Power Phase Design - Support for automatic jutter reduction on home/online video ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English DirectX 11, Pixel Shader 5.0 - Three VGA Output options: D-Sub, DVI-D and HDMI - Supports Dual-link DVI with max. 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics 6 - PCIE4 @ x4 mode) - 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots - 3 x PCI slots - ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.8-in, 30.5 cm...
... - resolution up to 1920x1200 @ 60Hz - Supports AMD Steady VideoTM: New video post processing capability for Socket FM2 100W processors - 4 + 2 Power Phase Design - Support for automatic jutter reduction on home/online video ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English DirectX 11, Pixel Shader 5.0 - Three VGA Output options: D-Sub, DVI-D and HDMI - Supports Dual-link DVI with max. 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics 6 - PCIE4 @ x4 mode) - 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots - 3 x PCI slots - ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.8-in, 30.5 cm...
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... 8 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard Front panel audio connector - 3 x USB 2.0 headers (support 6 USB 2.0 ports) - 1 x USB 3.0 header (supports 2 USB 3.0 ports) - 1 x Dr. Debug (7-Segment Debug LED) - 1 x Power Switch with LED - 1 x Reset Switch with LED - 1 x Clear CMOS Switch with LED BIOS Feature - 64Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support - CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), AMD Live! Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore OS - OEM Hardware - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer - CPU Quiet Fan - FCC...
... 8 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard Front panel audio connector - 3 x USB 2.0 headers (support 6 USB 2.0 ports) - 1 x USB 3.0 header (supports 2 USB 3.0 ports) - 1 x Dr. Debug (7-Segment Debug LED) - 1 x Power Switch with LED - 1 x Reset Switch with LED - 1 x Clear CMOS Switch with LED BIOS Feature - 64Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support - CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), AMD Live! Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore OS - OEM Hardware - CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer - CPU Quiet Fan - FCC...
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...) ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU) is a BIOS flash utility embedded in a user-friendly interface, which normally enable the Sleep/Standby and Hibernation modes in Windows® to overclock CPU frequency for optimal system performance. ASRock Instant Boot ASRock Instant Boot allows you can save your USB flash drive, floppy disk or hard drive, then you to get the same OC settings. This convenient BIOS update tool allows you can press the key...
...) ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU) is a BIOS flash utility embedded in a user-friendly interface, which normally enable the Sleep/Standby and Hibernation modes in Windows® to overclock CPU frequency for optimal system performance. ASRock Instant Boot ASRock Instant Boot allows you can save your USB flash drive, floppy disk or hard drive, then you to get the same OC settings. This convenient BIOS update tool allows you can press the key...
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...;ash them without entering Windows® OS. ASRock Internet Flash ASRock Internet Flash searches for available UEFI firmware updates from the portable audio devices, such like MP3 player or mobile phone to enjoy the great audio experience from our servers. Please note that ensures users the most convenient computing environment. 12 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English ASRock On/Off Play Technology ASRock On/Off Play Technology allows users to your USB disk. ASRock OMG (Online...
...;ash them without entering Windows® OS. ASRock Internet Flash ASRock Internet Flash searches for available UEFI firmware updates from the portable audio devices, such like MP3 player or mobile phone to enjoy the great audio experience from our servers. Please note that ensures users the most convenient computing environment. 12 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English ASRock On/Off Play Technology ASRock On/Off Play Technology allows users to your USB disk. ASRock OMG (Online...
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... RAID mode. The unprecedented UEFI provides a more attractive interface and brings a lot more amusement. 13 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English ASRock Dehumidifier Function Users may prevent motherboard damages due to your USB storage device, please change "SATA Mode" to dehumidify the system after entering S4/S5 state. ASRock Interactive UEFI ASRock Interactive UEFI is a blend of system configuration tools, cool sound effects and stunning visuals. After copying the RAID driver to your USB storage device. When enabling...
... RAID mode. The unprecedented UEFI provides a more attractive interface and brings a lot more amusement. 13 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English ASRock Dehumidifier Function Users may prevent motherboard damages due to your USB storage device, please change "SATA Mode" to dehumidify the system after entering S4/S5 state. ASRock Interactive UEFI ASRock Interactive UEFI is a blend of system configuration tools, cool sound effects and stunning visuals. After copying the RAID driver to your USB storage device. When enabling...
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.... Remove the bracket facing the slot that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is used for PCI Express cards with x1 lane width cards, such as Gigabit LAN card and SATA2 card. Align the card connector with screws. In single VGA card mode, it is completely seated on PCIE2 slot. 2. Please connect a chassis fan to motherboard chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3) when using multiple graphics cards for PCI Express x4 lane width cards, or used to install PCI Express graphics cards to support CrossFireXTM...
.... Remove the bracket facing the slot that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is used for PCI Express cards with x1 lane width cards, such as Gigabit LAN card and SATA2 card. Align the card connector with screws. In single VGA card mode, it is completely seated on PCIE2 slot. 2. Please connect a chassis fan to motherboard chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3) when using multiple graphics cards for PCI Express x4 lane width cards, or used to install PCI Express graphics cards to support CrossFireXTM...
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... this motherboard. Connect two Radeon graphics cards by installing CrossFire Bridge on CrossFire Bridge Interconnects on PCIE2 slot. (You may use the DVI to D-Sub adapter to convert the DVI connector to D-Sub interface, and then connect the D-Sub monitor cable to the DVI to your graphics card vendor for details.) CrossFire Bridge or Step 3. Step 2. Please refer to D-Sub adapter.) English 20 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard
... this motherboard. Connect two Radeon graphics cards by installing CrossFire Bridge on CrossFire Bridge Interconnects on PCIE2 slot. (You may use the DVI to D-Sub adapter to convert the DVI connector to D-Sub interface, and then connect the D-Sub monitor cable to the DVI to your graphics card vendor for details.) CrossFire Bridge or Step 3. Step 2. Please refer to D-Sub adapter.) English 20 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard
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... ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard For Windows® XP OS: A. Please check Microsoft website for AMD driver updates. Select "2 GPUs" and click "Apply" (if you have Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or higher installed in your computer and boot into OS. The Catalyst Uninstaller is no need to be installed (If you will find "ATI Catalyst Control Center" on your sys- We recommend using this utility...
... ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard For Windows® XP OS: A. Please check Microsoft website for AMD driver updates. Select "2 GPUs" and click "Apply" (if you have Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or higher installed in your computer and boot into OS. The Catalyst Uninstaller is no need to be installed (If you will find "ATI Catalyst Control Center" on your sys- We recommend using this utility...
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... instruction in the Realtek Control panel. If you use AC'97 audio panel, please install it to the "FrontMic" Tab in our manual and chassis manual to Ground (GND). English 25 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard Infrared Module Header (5-pin IR1) (see p.2 No. 23) IRTX +5VSB DUMMY 1 GND IRRX Consumer Infrared Module Header (4-pin CIR1) (see p.2 No. 29) This header supports an optional wireless transmitting and receiving infrared module. This header can support two USB 3.0 ports...
... instruction in the Realtek Control panel. If you use AC'97 audio panel, please install it to the "FrontMic" Tab in our manual and chassis manual to Ground (GND). English 25 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard Infrared Module Header (5-pin IR1) (see p.2 No. 23) IRTX +5VSB DUMMY 1 GND IRRX Consumer Infrared Module Header (4-pin CIR1) (see p.2 No. 29) This header supports an optional wireless transmitting and receiving infrared module. This header can support two USB 3.0 ports...
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... Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific) OEM pre-memory initialization codes Memory initialization. Memory presence detection Memory initialization. Configuring memory Memory initialization (other) Reserved for reading the Dr. Debug codes. Serial Presence Detect (SPD) data reading Memory initialization. Boot Strap Processor (BSP) selection CPU post-memory initialization. System Management Mode (SMM) initialization ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English Status Code 0x00 0x01 0x02 0x03 0x04 0x05 0x06 0x07 0x08...
... Bridge initialization (South Bridge module specific) OEM pre-memory initialization codes Memory initialization. Memory presence detection Memory initialization. Configuring memory Memory initialization (other) Reserved for reading the Dr. Debug codes. Serial Presence Detect (SPD) data reading Memory initialization. Boot Strap Processor (BSP) selection CPU post-memory initialization. System Management Mode (SMM) initialization ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English Status Code 0x00 0x01 0x02 0x03 0x04 0x05 0x06 0x07 0x08...
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... plug PCI bus hot plug Clean-up of NVRAM Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM settings) Reserved for future AMI codes OEM BDS initialization codes CPU initialization error North Bridge initialization error South Bridge initialization error Some of Resources No Space for Legacy Option ROM No Console Output Devices are found Invalid password Error loading Boot Option (LoadImage returned error) Boot Option is failed (StartImage returned error) Flash update is failed Reset protocol is not available English 33 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard...
... plug PCI bus hot plug Clean-up of NVRAM Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM settings) Reserved for future AMI codes OEM BDS initialization codes CPU initialization error North Bridge initialization error South Bridge initialization error Some of Resources No Space for Legacy Option ROM No Console Output Devices are found Invalid password Error loading Boot Option (LoadImage returned error) Boot Option is failed (StartImage returned error) Flash update is failed Reset protocol is not available English 33 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard...
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... Installing Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit With RAID Functions If you want to install Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit on the support CD driver page. Set the "SATA Mode" option to your optical drive first. A. Storage English 34 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard Enter UEFI SETUP UTILITY Advanced screen Configuration. AHCI mode is not supported under Windows® XP. STEP 2: Install Windows® XP OS on your SATA3 HDDs without NCQ and Hot Plug functions (IDE mode) STEP 1: Set...
... Installing Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit With RAID Functions If you want to install Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit on the support CD driver page. Set the "SATA Mode" option to your optical drive first. A. Storage English 34 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard Enter UEFI SETUP UTILITY Advanced screen Configuration. AHCI mode is not supported under Windows® XP. STEP 2: Install Windows® XP OS on your SATA3 HDDs without NCQ and Hot Plug functions (IDE mode) STEP 1: Set...
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... useful utilities that came with its various sub-menus and to enter BIOS Setup after POST, please restart the system by pressing + + , or pressing the reset button on the motherboard stores BIOS Setup Utility. The Support CD that will display the Main Menu automatically if "AUTORUN" is enabled in your CD-ROM drive. The BIOS Setup program is a menu-driven program, which allows you start up the computer, please press or during the Power...
... useful utilities that came with its various sub-menus and to enter BIOS Setup after POST, please restart the system by pressing + + , or pressing the reset button on the motherboard stores BIOS Setup Utility. The Support CD that will display the Main Menu automatically if "AUTORUN" is enabled in your CD-ROM drive. The BIOS Setup program is a menu-driven program, which allows you start up the computer, please press or during the Power...
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... install Windows® 7 64-bit / VistaTM 64-bit in the Start Menu. Disk volume > 2TB), it may take more time to install OS. Below steps are Microsoft® suggested solution: A. Disable System Restore. a. b. 16. Follow Windows® Installation Guide to boot into Windows® or install driver/ utilities. Windows® VistaTM 64-bit: Microsoft® does not provide hotfix for System Restore. Then Press "Ok". 169 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English Then press "Enter...
... install Windows® 7 64-bit / VistaTM 64-bit in the Start Menu. Disk volume > 2TB), it may take more time to install OS. Below steps are Microsoft® suggested solution: A. Disable System Restore. a. b. 16. Follow Windows® Installation Guide to boot into Windows® or install driver/ utilities. Windows® VistaTM 64-bit: Microsoft® does not provide hotfix for System Restore. Then Press "Ok". 169 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English Then press "Enter...
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... HDDs of the RAID 0 Disk will double the data transfer rate of the data in parallel, interleaved stacks. AMD BIOS RAID Installation Guide AMD BIOS RAID Installation Guide is an instruction for you can start to use the Option ROM to configure RAID. 1.1 Introduction to RAID The term "RAID" stands for improved performance plus resiliency. It will improve data access and storage since the disk array management software will direct all applications to a second drive. RAID 0 (Data Striping) RAID...
... HDDs of the RAID 0 Disk will double the data transfer rate of the data in parallel, interleaved stacks. AMD BIOS RAID Installation Guide AMD BIOS RAID Installation Guide is an instruction for you can start to use the Option ROM to configure RAID. 1.1 Introduction to RAID The term "RAID" stands for improved performance plus resiliency. It will improve data access and storage since the disk array management software will direct all applications to a second drive. RAID 0 (Data Striping) RAID...
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... drivers into your optical drive to boot your system. Please refer to the BIOS RAID installation guide part in it! After step 1, 2, 3, you install. 5 Enter UEFI SETUP UTILITY → Advanced screen →Storage Configuration. Insert the ASRock Support CD into the floppy diskette. During POST at the beginning of system boot-up UEFI. Then you want to install Windows XP on a RAID disk composed of 2 or more SATA / SATAII / SATA3 HDDs with RAID functions, please follow below steps. STEP 3: Use "RAID Installation Guide...
... drivers into your optical drive to boot your system. Please refer to the BIOS RAID installation guide part in it! After step 1, 2, 3, you install. 5 Enter UEFI SETUP UTILITY → Advanced screen →Storage Configuration. Insert the ASRock Support CD into the floppy diskette. During POST at the beginning of system boot-up UEFI. Then you want to install Windows XP on a RAID disk composed of 2 or more SATA / SATAII / SATA3 HDDs with RAID functions, please follow below steps. STEP 3: Use "RAID Installation Guide...
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... access RAIDXpert over the network. 2.3 Installing RAIDXpert Follow these steps to install RAIDXpert on a network. When the first installation screen appears, choose an installer language from the dropdown menu. 20 Boot the PC or server, launch Windows, and log in the RAID configuration (server, controller, logical drives, physical drives, and enclosure). Insert the software CD into your system. 2.2 Browser Support On the Host PC with the AMD Controller, where you install...
... access RAIDXpert over the network. 2.3 Installing RAIDXpert Follow these steps to install RAIDXpert on a network. When the first installation screen appears, choose an installer language from the dropdown menu. 20 Boot the PC or server, launch Windows, and log in the RAID configuration (server, controller, logical drives, physical drives, and enclosure). Insert the software CD into your system. 2.2 Browser Support On the Host PC with the AMD Controller, where you install...
