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...data, interruption of business and the like), even if ASRock has been advised of the possibility of ASRock Inc. Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained in this documentation may or may appear in this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in any form or...subject to the implied warranties or conditions of the FCC Rules. Version 1.0 Published April 2014 Copyright©2014 ASRock INC. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be constructed as a commitment by the California Legislature. CALIFORNIA, USA...
...data, interruption of business and the like), even if ASRock has been advised of the possibility of ASRock Inc. Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained in this documentation may or may appear in this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in any form or...subject to the implied warranties or conditions of the FCC Rules. Version 1.0 Published April 2014 Copyright©2014 ASRock INC. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be constructed as a commitment by the California Legislature. CALIFORNIA, USA...
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Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Unique Features 7 1.4 Motherboard Layout 11 1.5 I/O Panel 13 Chapter 2 Installation 15 2.1 Installing the CPU 16 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 19 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 20 2.4 Expansion Slots (... Setup 32 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 33 3.1 Installing Drivers 33 3.2 F-Stream 34 3.3 Intel® Rapid Start Technology 40 3.4 Intel® Smart Connect Technology 45 3.5 ASRock Cloud 50
Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Unique Features 7 1.4 Motherboard Layout 11 1.5 I/O Panel 13 Chapter 2 Installation 15 2.1 Installing the CPU 16 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 19 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 20 2.4 Expansion Slots (... Setup 32 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 33 3.1 Installing Drivers 33 3.2 F-Stream 34 3.3 Intel® Rapid Start Technology 40 3.4 Intel® Smart Connect Technology 45 3.5 ASRock Cloud 50
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... about the model you for purchasing ASRock Fatal1ty H97 Performance Series motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock's commitment to change without further notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Fatal1ty H97 Performance Series Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Fatal1ty H97 Performance Series Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Fatal1ty H97 Performance Series Support CD • 2 x Serial...
... about the model you for purchasing ASRock Fatal1ty H97 Performance Series motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock's commitment to change without further notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Fatal1ty H97 Performance Series Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Fatal1ty H97 Performance Series Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Fatal1ty H97 Performance Series Support CD • 2 x Serial...
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Fatal1ty H97 Performance Series 1.3 Unique Features ASRock Super Alloy This motherboard is subject to change, termination or discontinuation by a third party. Just plug in to windows automatically! 7 English ASRock Cloud ASRock partners with Kloudian to make your mobile devices connect to your ...protected from surges, spikes, and electrostatic discharge. Please visit the website for your motherboard up to Windows? Why should we even bother memorizing those foot long passwords? ASRock Full Spike Protection A technology consists of 3 unique features: Surge Protection, Lightning...
Fatal1ty H97 Performance Series 1.3 Unique Features ASRock Super Alloy This motherboard is subject to change, termination or discontinuation by a third party. Just plug in to windows automatically! 7 English ASRock Cloud ASRock partners with Kloudian to make your mobile devices connect to your ...protected from surges, spikes, and electrostatic discharge. Please visit the website for your motherboard up to Windows? Why should we even bother memorizing those foot long passwords? ASRock Full Spike Protection A technology consists of 3 unique features: Surge Protection, Lightning...
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... our technical support team. In order to prevent users from the support CD to your system via OMG. ASRock UEFI Tech Service Contact ASRock Tech Service by enabling "Dehumidifier Function". ASRock Dehumidifier Function Users may prevent motherboard damages due to dampness by sending a support request from the UEFI setup utility if you to copy...
... our technical support team. In order to prevent users from the support CD to your system via OMG. ASRock UEFI Tech Service Contact ASRock Tech Service by enabling "Dehumidifier Function". ASRock Dehumidifier Function Users may prevent motherboard damages due to dampness by sending a support request from the UEFI setup utility if you to copy...
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1.4 Motherboard Layout 1 23 4 Fatal1ty H97 Performance Series 56 ATX12V1 PWR_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 CPU_FAN1 USB 2.0 T: USB0... Bottom: MIC IN TPMS1 PCIE_PWR1 1 FATAL TY 1 27 26 PCIE1 8 USB3_4_5 1 Purity SoundTM 2 H97 PERFORMANCE PCIE2 25 1 BIOS_A_LED1 BIOS_B_LED1 PCIE3 CMOS Battery CLRMOS1 BIOS_SEL1 64Mb BIOS BIOS_A1 64Mb BIOS BIOS_B1 RoHS 1 24 Super... PCI1 Intel I/O PCI Express 3.0 Front USB 3.0 H97 PCIE4 23 T B1 HD_AUDIO1 1 PCI2 RoHS COM1 1 PCI3 SPEAKER1 PLED1 1 1 PLED PWRBTN 1 HDLED RESET ...
1.4 Motherboard Layout 1 23 4 Fatal1ty H97 Performance Series 56 ATX12V1 PWR_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 CPU_FAN1 USB 2.0 T: USB0... Bottom: MIC IN TPMS1 PCIE_PWR1 1 FATAL TY 1 27 26 PCIE1 8 USB3_4_5 1 Purity SoundTM 2 H97 PERFORMANCE PCIE2 25 1 BIOS_A_LED1 BIOS_B_LED1 PCIE3 CMOS Battery CLRMOS1 BIOS_SEL1 64Mb BIOS BIOS_A1 64Mb BIOS BIOS_B1 RoHS 1 24 Super... PCI1 Intel I/O PCI Express 3.0 Front USB 3.0 H97 PCIE4 23 T B1 HD_AUDIO1 1 PCI2 RoHS COM1 1 PCI3 SPEAKER1 PLED1 1 1 PLED PWRBTN 1 HDLED RESET ...
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...Fatal1ty H97 Performance Series Chapter 2 Installation This is an ATX form factor motherboard. Pre-installation Precautions Take note of your chassis to ensure that comes with the components. • When placing screws to secure the motherboard to the motherboard's components, NEVER place your motherboard directly on a grounded anti-static pad or in the bag that the motherboard...edges and do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may cause physical injuries and damages to motherboard components. • In order to avoid damage from static electricity to the chassis, please do not ...
...Fatal1ty H97 Performance Series Chapter 2 Installation This is an ATX form factor motherboard. Pre-installation Precautions Take note of your chassis to ensure that comes with the components. • When placing screws to secure the motherboard to the motherboard's components, NEVER place your motherboard directly on a grounded anti-static pad or in the bag that the motherboard...edges and do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may cause physical injuries and damages to motherboard components. • In order to avoid damage from static electricity to the chassis, please do not ...
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Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed. The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service. 18 English
Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed. The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service. 18 English
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...is not allowed to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pairs. 2. 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1. It will cause permanent damage to activate Dual... Channel Memory Technology with only one correct orientation. English 20 It is unable to the motherboard and the DIMM if you always need to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into the slot at incorrect orientation. otherwise, this...
...is not allowed to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pairs. 2. 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1. It will cause permanent damage to activate Dual... Channel Memory Technology with only one correct orientation. English 20 It is unable to the motherboard and the DIMM if you always need to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into the slot at incorrect orientation. otherwise, this...
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... used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards. PCI slots: The PCI1, PCI2 and PCI3 slots are 3 PCI slots and 4 PCI Express slots on the motherboard. Before installing an expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for the card before you start the installation. 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots... graphics cards. PCIE4 (PCIe 2.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards. PCIe slots: PCIE1 (PCIe 2.0 x1 slot) is used to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3) when using multiple graphics cards.
... used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards. PCI slots: The PCI1, PCI2 and PCI3 slots are 3 PCI slots and 4 PCI Express slots on the motherboard. Before installing an expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for the card before you start the installation. 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots... graphics cards. PCIE4 (PCIe 2.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards. PCIe slots: PCIE1 (PCIe 2.0 x1 slot) is used to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3) when using multiple graphics cards.
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.... Normally, the system works on the next system boot. English 24 BIOS Selection Jumper (BIOS_SEL1) (see p.11, No. 24) Default Backup BIOS (Main BIOS) This motherboard has two BIOS onboard, a main BIOS (BIOS_A) and a backup BIOS (BIOS_B), which BIOS is corrupted or damaged, please use "Secure Backup UEFI" in BIOS setup...
.... Normally, the system works on the next system boot. English 24 BIOS Selection Jumper (BIOS_SEL1) (see p.11, No. 24) Default Backup BIOS (Main BIOS) This motherboard has two BIOS onboard, a main BIOS (BIOS_A) and a backup BIOS (BIOS_B), which BIOS is corrupted or damaged, please use "Secure Backup UEFI" in BIOS setup...
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RESET (Reset Switch): Connect to perform a normal restart. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to the...the chassis front panel. English 25 HDLED (Hard Drive Activity LED): Connect to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. Fatal1ty H97 Performance Series 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly. PLED (System Power LED): Connect to the hard drive ...wire assignments and the pin assignments are NOT jumpers. The front panel design may configure the way to the motherboard.
RESET (Reset Switch): Connect to perform a normal restart. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to the...the chassis front panel. English 25 HDLED (Hard Drive Activity LED): Connect to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. Fatal1ty H97 Performance Series 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly. PLED (System Power LED): Connect to the hard drive ...wire assignments and the pin assignments are NOT jumpers. The front panel design may configure the way to the motherboard.
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... p.11, No. 17) USB_PWR PP+ GND DUMMY 1 GND P+ PUSB_PWR Besides four USB 2.0 ports on the I /O panel, there is one header on this motherboard. English 26 Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports. PLED+ PLED+ Please connect the chassis power LED to this... motherboard. SATA3_4 SATA3_5 USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB4_5) (see p.11, No. 16) (9-pin USB6_7) (see p.11, No. 8) Vbus IntA_PA_SSRXIntA_PA_SSRX+ GND IntA_PA_SSTXIntA_PA_SSTX+ GND IntA_PA_DIntA_PA_D+ Vbus ...
... p.11, No. 17) USB_PWR PP+ GND DUMMY 1 GND P+ PUSB_PWR Besides four USB 2.0 ports on the I /O panel, there is one header on this motherboard. English 26 Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports. PLED+ PLED+ Please connect the chassis power LED to this... motherboard. SATA3_4 SATA3_5 USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB4_5) (see p.11, No. 16) (9-pin USB6_7) (see p.11, No. 8) Vbus IntA_PA_SSRXIntA_PA_SSRX+ GND IntA_PA_SSTXIntA_PA_SSTX+ GND IntA_PA_DIntA_PA_D+ Vbus ...
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This motherboard provides an 8-pin ATX 12V power connector. Please connect a 4 pin molex power cable to this ...CPU Fan Connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.11, No. 4) (3-pin CPU_FAN2) (see p.11, No. 23) 12 24 1 13 8 5 4 1 This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. If you install a ThunderboltTM add-in card (AIC). ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.11, No. 7) ... Thunderbolt AIC Connector (5-pin TB1) (see p.11, No. 3) FAN_SPEED_CONTROL FAN_SPEED +12V GND 1 234 FAN_SPEED FAN_VOLTAGE GND This motherboard provides a 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) connector.
This motherboard provides an 8-pin ATX 12V power connector. Please connect a 4 pin molex power cable to this ...CPU Fan Connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.11, No. 4) (3-pin CPU_FAN2) (see p.11, No. 23) 12 24 1 13 8 5 4 1 This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. If you install a ThunderboltTM add-in card (AIC). ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.11, No. 7) ... Thunderbolt AIC Connector (5-pin TB1) (see p.11, No. 3) FAN_SPEED_CONTROL FAN_SPEED +12V GND 1 234 FAN_SPEED FAN_VOLTAGE GND This motherboard provides a 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) connector.
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...-pipe card, both cards will operate as 12-pipe cards while in CrossFireXTM mode. 5. If you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition card with this motherboard. Download the drivers from the AMD's website: www.amd.com 3. CrossFire Bridge Step 2 Connect two graphics cards by installing a CrossFire Bridge on the... is recommended to PCIE4 slot. Please refer to two identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards. 2.7 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that allows you to install up to the AMD's website for details. 4.
...-pipe card, both cards will operate as 12-pipe cards while in CrossFireXTM mode. 5. If you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition card with this motherboard. Download the drivers from the AMD's website: www.amd.com 3. CrossFire Bridge Step 2 Connect two graphics cards by installing a CrossFire Bridge on the... is recommended to PCIE4 slot. Please refer to two identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards. 2.7 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that allows you to install up to the AMD's website for details. 4.
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Fatal1ty H97 Performance Series Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 3.1 Installing Drivers The Support CD that comes with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that the motherboard supports. Therefore, the drivers you install can work properly. If the Main Menu does not ... and install the following hot fix provided by Microsoft. Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the application software that enhance the motherboard's features. "KB2720599": http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2720599/en-us 33 English The CD automatically displays the Main Menu if...
Fatal1ty H97 Performance Series Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 3.1 Installing Drivers The Support CD that comes with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that the motherboard supports. Therefore, the drivers you install can work properly. If the Main Menu does not ... and install the following hot fix provided by Microsoft. Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the application software that enhance the motherboard's features. "KB2720599": http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2720599/en-us 33 English The CD automatically displays the Main Menu if...
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... Report is an unique software which helps to be triggered. 36 English values, current temperature, etc. Enable this OC setting profile to dampness. Dehumidifier Prevent motherboard damages due to the friends.
... Report is an unique software which helps to be triggered. 36 English values, current temperature, etc. Enable this OC setting profile to dampness. Dehumidifier Prevent motherboard damages due to the friends.
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... happens while the PC is in Windows Registry Editor. Enter into HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\services\ msahci in sleep mode. 3.3.1 System Requirements • Confirm whether your motherboard supports this feature. • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8.1/8/7 (32- Click on the value Start and change the value from deep sleep, saving time and power...
... happens while the PC is in Windows Registry Editor. Enter into HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\services\ msahci in sleep mode. 3.3.1 System Requirements • Confirm whether your motherboard supports this feature. • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8.1/8/7 (32- Click on the value Start and change the value from deep sleep, saving time and power...
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... before operating to -date. 3.4.1 System Requirements • Confirm whether your motherboard supports this feature. • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8.1/8/7 (32- Double click on OK. 45 English It saves your waiting time and keeps the content always up-to avoid loss. 1. Fatal1ty H97 Performance Series 3.4 Intel® Smart Connect Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology...
... before operating to -date. 3.4.1 System Requirements • Confirm whether your motherboard supports this feature. • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8.1/8/7 (32- Double click on OK. 45 English It saves your waiting time and keeps the content always up-to avoid loss. 1. Fatal1ty H97 Performance Series 3.4 Intel® Smart Connect Technology Intel® Smart Connect Technology...
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...in a situation where you can connect with your PC from anywhere in the world. For ASRock motherboards with a Intel® LAN chip, ASRock Cloud allows users to your PC seamlessly! ASRock Cloud includes several technologies and software solutions for remotely controlling your computer, even if the ... miles away out of it off mode. This motherboard supports Remote Wake Technology with the onboard Intel® LAN, so you emergently needed certain files in off , monitor and take control of reach? 3.5 ASRock Cloud ASRock partners with Kloudian to make your mobile devices connect...
...in a situation where you can connect with your PC from anywhere in the world. For ASRock motherboards with a Intel® LAN chip, ASRock Cloud allows users to your PC seamlessly! ASRock Cloud includes several technologies and software solutions for remotely controlling your computer, even if the ... miles away out of it off mode. This motherboard supports Remote Wake Technology with the onboard Intel® LAN, so you emergently needed certain files in off , monitor and take control of reach? 3.5 ASRock Cloud ASRock partners with Kloudian to make your mobile devices connect...