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... If you for specific information about the model you are using. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Support CD 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... Chapter 4 contains the configuration guide of the software and utilities. Introduction Thank you...
... If you for specific information about the model you are using. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Support CD 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... Chapter 4 contains the configuration guide of the software and utilities. Introduction Thank you...
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...California Legislature. "Perchlorate Material-special handling may not be constructed as a commitment by ASRock. Version 1.0 Published August 2013 Copyright©2013 ASRock INC. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or ...and information contained in this documentation may or may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate" ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com 1 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard English Products and corporate names appearing in any form or by any defect or error in...
...California Legislature. "Perchlorate Material-special handling may not be constructed as a commitment by ASRock. Version 1.0 Published August 2013 Copyright©2013 ASRock INC. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or ...and information contained in this documentation may or may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate" ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com 1 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard English Products and corporate names appearing in any form or by any defect or error in...
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Manufactured under license under U.S. Product includes software. © DTS, Inc., All Rights Reserved. 2 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard English DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together is a registered trademark & DTS Connect, DTS Interactive, DTS Neo:PC are trademarks or registered trademarks ...
Manufactured under license under U.S. Product includes software. © DTS, Inc., All Rights Reserved. 2 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard English DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together is a registered trademark & DTS Connect, DTS Interactive, DTS Neo:PC are trademarks or registered trademarks ...
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... Top: RJ-45 Top: USB3_5_6 CTR BASS LINE IN Center: REAR SPK FRONT Bottom: Optical SPDIF Bottom: MIC IN Center: Top: CROSS_FIRE_PWR1 CHA_FAN3 CHA_FAN2 PCIE1 FM2A88X Extreme6+ LAN PCIE2 Purity SoundTM Super I/O HD_AUDIO1 1 PCIE3 CMOS BATTERY PCI1 PCIE4 PCI2 CLRCMOS1 1 RoHS COM1 PCIE5 CI1 IR1 1 1 USB_4_5 1 USB_2_3 1 USB_0_1 1 AMD A88X (... PLED1 1 PANEL 1 PLED PWRBTN 1 HDLED RESET BIOS_A_LED1 64Mb BIOS BIOS_A1 BIOS_B_LED1 64Mb BIOS BIOS_B1 Dr. Debug BIOS_SEL1 SATA3_5 A B SPEAKER1 1 CHA_FAN1 RESET POWER SATA3_7_8 English 3 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard
... Top: RJ-45 Top: USB3_5_6 CTR BASS LINE IN Center: REAR SPK FRONT Bottom: Optical SPDIF Bottom: MIC IN Center: Top: CROSS_FIRE_PWR1 CHA_FAN3 CHA_FAN2 PCIE1 FM2A88X Extreme6+ LAN PCIE2 Purity SoundTM Super I/O HD_AUDIO1 1 PCIE3 CMOS BATTERY PCI1 PCIE4 PCI2 CLRCMOS1 1 RoHS COM1 PCIE5 CI1 IR1 1 1 USB_4_5 1 USB_2_3 1 USB_0_1 1 AMD A88X (... PLED1 1 PANEL 1 PLED PWRBTN 1 HDLED RESET BIOS_A_LED1 64Mb BIOS BIOS_A1 BIOS_B_LED1 64Mb BIOS BIOS_B1 Dr. Debug BIOS_SEL1 SATA3_5 A B SPEAKER1 1 CHA_FAN1 RESET POWER SATA3_7_8 English 3 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard
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... COM Port Header (COM1) 27 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1) 28 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2) 29 XFire Power Connector (CROSS_FIRE_PWR1) 30 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3) 4 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard English No.
... COM Port Header (COM1) 27 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1) 28 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2) 29 XFire Power Connector (CROSS_FIRE_PWR1) 30 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3) 4 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard English No.
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Description 10 Microphone (Pink) 11 Optical SPDIF Out Port USB 3.0 Ports (USB3_34) 12 (AMD A88X (Bolton-D4)) USB 3.0 Ports (USB3_1_2) 13 (ASMedia ASM1042) 14 HDMI-In Port 15 HDMI-Out Port 16 DVI-D Port 17 PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port English 5 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard Description 1 USB 2.0 Ports (USB_6_7)* 2 D-Sub Port 3 DisplayPort (DP_1) 4 eSATA Connector 5 LAN RJ-45 Port** 6 Central / Bass (Orange) 7 Rear Speaker (Black) 8 Line In (Light Blue) 9 Front Speaker (Lime)*** No. I/O Panel 1 2 68 3 4 5 79 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 No.
Description 10 Microphone (Pink) 11 Optical SPDIF Out Port USB 3.0 Ports (USB3_34) 12 (AMD A88X (Bolton-D4)) USB 3.0 Ports (USB3_1_2) 13 (ASMedia ASM1042) 14 HDMI-In Port 15 HDMI-Out Port 16 DVI-D Port 17 PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port English 5 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard Description 1 USB 2.0 Ports (USB_6_7)* 2 D-Sub Port 3 DisplayPort (DP_1) 4 eSATA Connector 5 LAN RJ-45 Port** 6 Central / Bass (Orange) 7 Rear Speaker (Black) 8 Line In (Light Blue) 9 Front Speaker (Lime)*** No. I/O Panel 1 2 68 3 4 5 79 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 No.
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... Rear Speaker, Central/Bass, and Front Speaker, or select "Realtek HDA Audio 2nd output" to the table below for the LAN port LED indications. English 6 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED LAN Port Activity / Link LED Status Off Blinking On Description No Link Data Activity Link Speed LED Status Off...
... Rear Speaker, Central/Bass, and Front Speaker, or select "Realtek HDA Audio 2nd output" to the table below for the LAN port LED indications. English 6 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED LAN Port Activity / Link LED Status Off Blinking On Description No Link Data Activity Link Speed LED Status Off...
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..., please refer to the "User Manual" in Storage Configuration to AHCI mode. 1. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Support CD 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... Introduction Thank you for specific information about the model you require technical...
..., please refer to the "User Manual" in Storage Configuration to AHCI mode. 1. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Support CD 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... Introduction Thank you for specific information about the model you require technical...
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Digi Power design - 8 + 2 Power Phase design - AMD A88X (Bolton-D4) - Max. resolution up to 1920x1200 @ 60Hz English 8 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard HDMI-In - Integrated AMD Radeon HD 8000/7000 series graphics in A-series APU - shared memory 2GB - Purity SoundTM - Supports DDR3 2600+(OC)/2400(OC)/...
Digi Power design - 8 + 2 Power Phase design - AMD A88X (Bolton-D4) - Max. resolution up to 1920x1200 @ 60Hz English 8 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard HDMI-In - Integrated AMD Radeon HD 8000/7000 series graphics in A-series APU - shared memory 2GB - Purity SoundTM - Supports DDR3 2600+(OC)/2400(OC)/...
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... Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports PXE Rear Panel I/O - 1 x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port - 1 x D-Sub Port - 1 x DVI-D Port - 1 x HDMI-Out Port - 1 x HDMI-In Port - 1 x DisplayPort 9 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard Supports DisplayPort 1.2 with HDMI Port (Compliant HDMI monitor is required) (see CAUTION 3) - Supports DTS Connect LAN - Qualcomm® Atheros® AR8171 - Supports Wake-On...
... Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports PXE Rear Panel I/O - 1 x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port - 1 x D-Sub Port - 1 x DVI-D Port - 1 x HDMI-Out Port - 1 x HDMI-In Port - 1 x DisplayPort 9 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard Supports DisplayPort 1.2 with HDMI Port (Compliant HDMI monitor is required) (see CAUTION 3) - Supports DTS Connect LAN - Qualcomm® Atheros® AR8171 - Supports Wake-On...
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... Selection Switch - 2 x 64Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) - Supports Secure Backup UEFI Technology - SMBIOS 2.3.1 support - Chassis temperature sensing ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard Supports "Plug and Play" - English Storage Connector BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor 10 - 1 x Optical SPDIF Out Port - 2 x USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x eSATA Connector - 2 x USB 3.0 Ports...
... Selection Switch - 2 x 64Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) - Supports Secure Backup UEFI Technology - SMBIOS 2.3.1 support - Chassis temperature sensing ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard Supports "Plug and Play" - English Storage Connector BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor 10 - 1 x Optical SPDIF Out Port - 2 x USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x eSATA Connector - 2 x USB 3.0 Ports...
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... Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools. We are only supported under Windows® 8 64-bit / 8 / 7 64-bit / 7. 11 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard English If you want to adopt DDR3 2600/2400/2133/1866/1600 memory module on this motherboard, please refer to the memory support list... on the CPU you adopt. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 2. CPU Fan Tachometer - Chassis Fan Tachometer - Overclocking may be less than 4GB for the reservation for possible damage caused...
... Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools. We are only supported under Windows® 8 64-bit / 8 / 7 64-bit / 7. 11 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard English If you want to adopt DDR3 2600/2400/2133/1866/1600 memory module on this motherboard, please refer to the memory support list... on the CPU you adopt. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 2. CPU Fan Tachometer - Chassis Fan Tachometer - Overclocking may be less than 4GB for the reservation for possible damage caused...
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...S3 and S4 at specific timing during the POST or the key to enter into Standby mode (S1), 12 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard English ASRock Instant Flash ASRock Instant Flash is ASRock's multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more new features and improved utilities, including XFast RAM, ... quickly charge many Apple devices simultaneously and even supports continuous charging when your Apple devices, such as iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch, ASRock has prepared a wonderful solution for your system. With this tool and save energy, time, money, and improves system running...
...S3 and S4 at specific timing during the POST or the key to enter into Standby mode (S1), 12 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard English ASRock Instant Flash ASRock Instant Flash is ASRock's multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more new features and improved utilities, including XFast RAM, ... quickly charge many Apple devices simultaneously and even supports continuous charging when your Apple devices, such as iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch, ASRock has prepared a wonderful solution for your system. With this tool and save energy, time, money, and improves system running...
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...ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard English Real-Time Analysis of Your Data: With the status window, you can easily recognize which includes the benefits listed below. If power loss occurs during the BIOS update process, ASRock Crashless BIOS will automatically finish the BIOS update procedure after regaining power. ASRock XFast USB ASRock...higher, it can easily enjoy the marvelous charging experience. Only USB2.0 ports support this feature. ASRock Crashless BIOS ASRock Crashless BIOS allows users to establish an internet curfew or restrict internet access at specified times ...
...ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard English Real-Time Analysis of Your Data: With the status window, you can easily recognize which includes the benefits listed below. If power loss occurs during the BIOS update process, ASRock Crashless BIOS will automatically finish the BIOS update procedure after regaining power. ASRock XFast USB ASRock...higher, it can easily enjoy the marvelous charging experience. Only USB2.0 ports support this feature. ASRock Crashless BIOS ASRock Crashless BIOS allows users to establish an internet curfew or restrict internet access at specified times ...
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...LAN driver to your system via an USB storage device, then downloads and installs the other required drivers automatically. 14 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard English ASRock Dehumidifier Function Users may prevent motherboard damages due to dehumidify the system after entering S4/S5 state. In order to...drivers from our servers and flash them without permission to modify the system time are currently using in graphical UEFI. ASRock Easy RAID Installer ASRock Easy RAID Installer can autodetect the latest UEFI from our support CD, Easy Driver Installer is a useful tool ...
...LAN driver to your system via an USB storage device, then downloads and installs the other required drivers automatically. 14 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard English ASRock Dehumidifier Function Users may prevent motherboard damages due to dehumidify the system after entering S4/S5 state. In order to...drivers from our servers and flash them without permission to modify the system time are currently using in graphical UEFI. ASRock Easy RAID Installer ASRock Easy RAID Installer can autodetect the latest UEFI from our support CD, Easy Driver Installer is a useful tool ...
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...enter the UEFI automatically when turning on the PC, X-Boost will completely change your computer log in ASRock's exclusive allin-one -button process. Why should we even bother memorizing those requiring frequent UEFI access. ...to unleash the hidden power of system configuration tools, cool sound effects and stunning visuals. ASRock Interactive UEFI ASRock Interactive UEFI is a blend of your CPUs. It is included in to the next ... time. The lightning boot up to Windows? ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning is met. 15 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard English
...enter the UEFI automatically when turning on the PC, X-Boost will completely change your computer log in ASRock's exclusive allin-one -button process. Why should we even bother memorizing those requiring frequent UEFI access. ...to unleash the hidden power of system configuration tools, cool sound effects and stunning visuals. ASRock Interactive UEFI ASRock Interactive UEFI is a blend of your CPUs. It is included in to the next ... time. The lightning boot up to Windows? ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning is met. 15 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard English
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... cord from the wall socket before you install or remove any component. 2. Hold components by the edges and do so may damage the motherboard. 16 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard English To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to static electricity, NEVER place your chassis to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 1. Failure to...
... cord from the wall socket before you install or remove any component. 2. Hold components by the edges and do so may damage the motherboard. 16 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard English To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to static electricity, NEVER place your chassis to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 1. Failure to...
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... such that it is in place, press it fits in one correct orientation. The CPU fits only in place. When the CPU is locked. 17 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard English Step 2. Step 3. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it firmly on the side tab to a 90o angle. Step 4. The lever...
... such that it is in place, press it fits in one correct orientation. The CPU fits only in place. When the CPU is locked. 17 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard English Step 2. Step 3. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it firmly on the side tab to a 90o angle. Step 4. The lever...
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... the heatsink to the CPU FAN connector (CPU_FAN1, see Page 3, No. 3 or CPU_FAN2, see Page 3, No. 4). 2.2 Installation of the CPU fan and the heatsink. 18 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard English
... the heatsink to the CPU FAN connector (CPU_FAN1, see Page 3, No. 3 or CPU_FAN2, see Page 3, No. 4). 2.2 Installation of the CPU fan and the heatsink. 18 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard English
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It is not allowed to install them on this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. 4. English 19 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you always need to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one ...
It is not allowed to install them on this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. 4. English 19 ASRock FM2A88X Extreme6+ Motherboard It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you always need to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one ...