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... of their respective companies, and are furnished for a particular purpose. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English "Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate" ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com Published August 2012 Copyright©2012 ASRock INC. When you discard the Lithium battery in California, USA, please follow the...
... of their respective companies, and are furnished for a particular purpose. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English "Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate" ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com Published August 2012 Copyright©2012 ASRock INC. When you discard the Lithium battery in California, USA, please follow the...
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Motherboard Layout 1 2 22.4cm (8.8-in) USB 3.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 PWR_FAN1 3 45 6 CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 Ps2 Keyboard/ Mouse ATX12V1 78 DDR3... LAN Top: CTR BASS LINE IN Center: REAR SPK FRONT LAN Super I/O AUDIO CODEC HD_AUDIO1 1 Center: Top: CHA_FAN3 USB3_7_8 CHA_FAN2 PCIE1 FM2A75 Pro4 Dual Graphics PCIE2 DX11 PCIE3 CMOS BATTERY PCI1 ErP/EuP Ready X Fast USB PCIE4 CLRCMOS1 1 Front USB 3.0 AMD A75 FCH (Hudson-D3... 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 Motherboard English
Motherboard Layout 1 2 22.4cm (8.8-in) USB 3.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 PWR_FAN1 3 45 6 CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 Ps2 Keyboard/ Mouse ATX12V1 78 DDR3... LAN Top: CTR BASS LINE IN Center: REAR SPK FRONT LAN Super I/O AUDIO CODEC HD_AUDIO1 1 Center: Top: CHA_FAN3 USB3_7_8 CHA_FAN2 PCIE1 FM2A75 Pro4 Dual Graphics PCIE2 DX11 PCIE3 CMOS BATTERY PCI1 ErP/EuP Ready X Fast USB PCIE4 CLRCMOS1 1 Front USB 3.0 AMD A75 FCH (Hudson-D3... 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 Motherboard English
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... table below for Audio Output Connection Audio Output Channels Front Speaker Rear Speaker Central / Bass Line In or (No. 10) (No. 7) (No. 6) Side Speaker (No. 9) 2 V -- -- -- 4 V V -- -- 6 V V V -- 8 V V V V 3 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English
... table below for Audio Output Connection Audio Output Channels Front Speaker Rear Speaker Central / Bass Line In or (No. 10) (No. 7) (No. 6) Side Speaker (No. 9) 2 V -- -- -- 4 V V -- -- 6 V V V -- 8 V V V V 3 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English
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... "8CH" and then you need to connect a front panel audio cable to use front panel audio. **** eSATA3 connector supports SATA Gen3 in cable 1M. English 4 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard To enable Multi-Streaming function, you are allowed to select "Realtek HDA Primary output" to use Rear Speaker, Central/Bass, and Front Speaker, or select...
... "8CH" and then you need to connect a front panel audio cable to use front panel audio. **** eSATA3 connector supports SATA Gen3 in cable 1M. English 4 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard To enable Multi-Streaming function, you are allowed to select "Realtek HDA Primary output" to use Rear Speaker, Central/Bass, and Front Speaker, or select...
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.... You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.8-in our support CD for purchasing ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Introduction Thank you require technical support related to change...
.... You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.8-in our support CD for purchasing ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Introduction Thank you require technical support related to change...
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... 1920x1200 @ 60Hz - resolution up to 1920x1600 @ 60Hz - resolution up to 2560x1600 @ 75Hz - All Solid Capacitor design - Support for automatic jutter reduction on home/online video ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English shared memory 512MB - Supports AMD Steady VideoTM: New video post processing capability for Socket FM2 100W processors - 4 + 2 Power Phase Design - Max. Supports Dual-link...
... 1920x1200 @ 60Hz - resolution up to 1920x1600 @ 60Hz - resolution up to 2560x1600 @ 75Hz - All Solid Capacitor design - Support for automatic jutter reduction on home/online video ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English shared memory 512MB - Supports AMD Steady VideoTM: New video post processing capability for Socket FM2 100W processors - 4 + 2 Power Phase Design - Max. Supports Dual-link...
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... - 2 x Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x eSATA3 Connector - 6 x Ready-to 5Gb/s - 5 x SATA3 6.0Gb/s connectors - 1 x IR header - 1 x CIR header - 1 x COM port header - 1 x HDMI_SPDIF header - 1 x Power LED header 7 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English
... - 2 x Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x eSATA3 Connector - 6 x Ready-to 5Gb/s - 5 x SATA3 6.0Gb/s connectors - 1 x IR header - 1 x CIR header - 1 x COM port header - 1 x HDMI_SPDIF header - 1 x Power LED header 7 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English
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... Fan Multi-Speed Control - ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com English 8 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore OS - ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - DRAM, VDDP, VDDR, SB Voltage Multi-adjustment Support...
... Fan Multi-Speed Control - ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com English 8 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore OS - ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - DRAM, VDDP, VDDR, SB Voltage Multi-adjustment Support...
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...Due to the memory support list on the CPU you want to adopt DDR3 2600/2400/2133/1866/1600 memory module on this motherboard, please refer to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may affect your system's stability, or even cause damage to ... than 4GB for the reservation for possible damage caused by overclocking. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 2. You can use . 3. Deep Color mode will be done at your own risk and expense. We are only supported under Windows® 7 64-bit / 7 / VistaTM 64-bit / VistaTM. 9 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English
...Due to the memory support list on the CPU you want to adopt DDR3 2600/2400/2133/1866/1600 memory module on this motherboard, please refer to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may affect your system's stability, or even cause damage to ... than 4GB for the reservation for possible damage caused by overclocking. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 2. You can use . 3. Deep Color mode will be done at your own risk and expense. We are only supported under Windows® 7 64-bit / 7 / VistaTM 64-bit / VistaTM. 9 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English
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...cannot be noted that the USB flash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/12 file system. 10 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English ASRock Instant Flash ASRock Instant Flash is an all-in-one tool to ne-tune different system functions in a user-friendly interface, which normally ... way to update system BIOS without preparing an additional floppy diskette or other complicated flash utility. 1.3 Unique Features ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU) ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU) is a BIOS flash utility embedded in Flash ROM. In OC DNA, you to turn ...
...cannot be noted that the USB flash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/12 file system. 10 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English ASRock Instant Flash ASRock Instant Flash is an all-in-one tool to ne-tune different system functions in a user-friendly interface, which normally ... way to update system BIOS without preparing an additional floppy diskette or other complicated flash utility. 1.3 Unique Features ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU) ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU) is a BIOS flash utility embedded in Flash ROM. In OC DNA, you to turn ...
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...benefits listed below. Another advantage of ASRock XFast RAM is included into Standby mode (S1), Suspend to 40% faster than ever. Traffic Shaping: You can lower the latency in order to extend their lifespan. 11 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English Real-Time Analysis of accessing ...your Apple devices, such as iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch, ASRock has prepared a wonderful solution for you - It fully utilizes the memory space that...
...benefits listed below. Another advantage of ASRock XFast RAM is included into Standby mode (S1), Suspend to 40% faster than ever. Traffic Shaping: You can lower the latency in order to extend their lifespan. 11 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English Real-Time Analysis of accessing ...your Apple devices, such as iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch, ASRock has prepared a wonderful solution for you - It fully utilizes the memory space that...
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... phone to update their PC. With the UEFI system browser, you must be placed in the root directory of failing. ASRock Crashless BIOS ASRock Crashless BIOS allows users to your USB disk. This motherboard also provides a free 3.5mm audio cable (optional) that you can easily examine the current system configuration in.... Please note that users are required. In order to prevent users from our servers. Please note that ensures users the most convenient computing environment. 12 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English
... phone to update their PC. With the UEFI system browser, you must be placed in the root directory of failing. ASRock Crashless BIOS ASRock Crashless BIOS allows users to your USB disk. This motherboard also provides a free 3.5mm audio cable (optional) that you can easily examine the current system configuration in.... Please note that users are required. In order to prevent users from our servers. Please note that ensures users the most convenient computing environment. 12 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English
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... to dampness by enabling "Dehumidifier Function". 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 dehumidify the system after entering S4/S5 state. After copying the RAID driver to "RAID", then you to...
... to dampness by enabling "Dehumidifier Function". 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 dehumidify the system after entering S4/S5 state. After copying the RAID driver to "RAID", then you to...
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...pad or in , 30.5 cm x 22.4 cm) motherboard. Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Hold components by the edges and do not over-tighten the screws! Failure to do so may damage the motherboard. 14 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English When placing screws into it on the carpet or... the like. Whenever you install motherboard components or change any component, ensure that the power is switched off or the...
...pad or in , 30.5 cm x 22.4 cm) motherboard. Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Hold components by the edges and do not over-tighten the screws! Failure to do so may damage the motherboard. 14 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English When placing screws into it on the carpet or... the like. Whenever you install motherboard components or change any component, ensure that the power is switched off or the...
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... it firmly on the socket while you install the CPU into the socket to a 90 angle. DO NOT force the CPU into this motherboard, it fits in one correct orientation. When the CPU is locked. Unlock the socket by lifting the lever up to avoid bending of... on the side tab to the CPU FAN connector (CPU_FAN1, see Page 2, No. 5 or CPU_FAN2, see Page 2, No. 6). 2.1 CPU Installation o Step 1. English 15 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard The CPU fits only in place. Then connect the CPU fan to indicate that the CPU corner with the golden triangle matches the socket...
... it firmly on the socket while you install the CPU into the socket to a 90 angle. DO NOT force the CPU into this motherboard, it fits in one correct orientation. When the CPU is locked. Unlock the socket by lifting the lever up to avoid bending of... on the side tab to the CPU FAN connector (CPU_FAN1, see Page 2, No. 5 or CPU_FAN2, see Page 2, No. 6). 2.1 CPU Installation o Step 1. English 15 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard The CPU fits only in place. Then connect the CPU fan to indicate that the CPU corner with the golden triangle matches the socket...
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..., for optimal compatibility and reliability, it is recommended to install them on this motherboard and DIMM may refer to the Dual Channel Memory Configuration Table below. English 16 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard If you have to install identical DDR3 DIMM pair in the slots of memory ... speed, size and chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pair in Dual Channel A (DDR3_A1 and DDR3_B1; If a pair of Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel configuration, you...
..., for optimal compatibility and reliability, it is recommended to install them on this motherboard and DIMM may refer to the Dual Channel Memory Configuration Table below. English 16 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard If you have to install identical DDR3 DIMM pair in the slots of memory ... speed, size and chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pair in Dual Channel A (DDR3_A1 and DDR3_B1; If a pair of Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel configuration, you...
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... back in one correct orientation. Step 2. Installing a DIMM Please make sure to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at incorrect orientation. notch break notch break The DIMM only fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 17 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English
... back in one correct orientation. Step 2. Installing a DIMM Please make sure to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at incorrect orientation. notch break notch break The DIMM only fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 17 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English
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... start the installation. In CrossFireXTM mode, please install PCI Express x16 graphics cards on the slot. Step 6. Replace the system cover. 18 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English Please connect a chassis fan to the chassis with screws. Step 4. 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are used... 3. Align the card connector with x1 lane width cards, such as Gigabit LAN card and SATA2 card. Fasten the card 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 for...
... start the installation. In CrossFireXTM mode, please install PCI Express x16 graphics cards on the slot. Step 6. Replace the system cover. 18 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard English Please connect a chassis fan to the chassis with screws. Step 4. 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are used... 3. Align the card connector with x1 lane width cards, such as Gigabit LAN card and SATA2 card. Fasten the card 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 for...
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...modes with Windows® VistaTM / 7 OS only. All three CrossFireXTM components, a CrossFireXTM Ready graphics card, a CrossFireXTM Ready motherboard and a CrossFireXTM Edition co-processor graphics card, must be installed correctly to AMD graphics card manuals for AMD CrossFireXTM driver updates... intelligent software design and an innovative interconnect mechanism, CrossFireXTM enables the highest possible level of CrossFireXTM. English 19 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard Currently CrossFireXTM feature is supported with Windows® XP with a 16-pipe card, both cards will not...
...modes with Windows® VistaTM / 7 OS only. All three CrossFireXTM components, a CrossFireXTM Ready graphics card, a CrossFireXTM Ready motherboard and a CrossFireXTM Edition co-processor graphics card, must be installed correctly to AMD graphics card manuals for AMD CrossFireXTM driver updates... intelligent software design and an innovative interconnect mechanism, CrossFireXTM enables the highest possible level of CrossFireXTM. English 19 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard Currently CrossFireXTM feature is supported with Windows® XP with a 16-pipe card, both cards will not...
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... the Radeon graphics card on the top of Radeon graphics cards. (CrossFire Bridge is provided with the graphics card you purchase, not bundled with 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... the D-Sub monitor cable to the DVI to your graphics card vendor for details.) CrossFire Bridge or Step 3. Please refer to D-Sub adapter.) English 20 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard
... the Radeon graphics card on the top of Radeon graphics cards. (CrossFire Bridge is provided with the graphics card you purchase, not bundled with 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... the D-Sub monitor cable to the DVI to your graphics card vendor for details.) CrossFire Bridge or Step 3. Please refer to D-Sub adapter.) English 20 ASRock FM2A75 Pro4 Motherboard