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...1.3 Motherboard Layout 7 1.4 I/O Panel 9 Chapter 2 Installation 11 2.1 Installing the CPU 12 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 14 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 23 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) 25 2.5 Jumpers Setup 26 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors 27 2.7 Smart Switches 32 2.8 Dr. Debug 33 2.9 SLITM and Quad SLITM Operation Guide 35 2.9.1 Installing Two SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards 35 2.9.2 Driver Installation and Setup 37 2.10 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide 38 2.10.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards 38...
...1.3 Motherboard Layout 7 1.4 I/O Panel 9 Chapter 2 Installation 11 2.1 Installing the CPU 12 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 14 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 23 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) 25 2.5 Jumpers Setup 26 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors 27 2.7 Smart Switches 32 2.8 Dr. Debug 33 2.9 SLITM and Quad SLITM Operation Guide 35 2.9.1 Installing Two SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards 35 2.9.2 Driver Installation and Setup 37 2.10 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide 38 2.10.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards 38...
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... Series Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Professional Gaming Series Support CD • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x ASRock SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Card (Optional) • 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas • 2 x Screws for purchasing ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Professional Gaming Series motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Chapter 4 contains the configuration guide of the software and utilities. In this motherboard, please visit our website for specific...
... Series Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Professional Gaming Series Support CD • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x ASRock SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Card (Optional) • 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas • 2 x Screws for purchasing ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Professional Gaming Series motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Chapter 4 contains the configuration guide of the software and utilities. In this motherboard, please visit our website for specific...
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...; Supports Wake-On-LAN • Supports Lightning/ESD Protection • Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az • Supports PXE Wireless LAN • Intel® 802.11ac WiFi Module (Free Bundle) • Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac • Supports Dual-Band (2.4/5 GHz) • Supports high speed wireless connections up to 433Mbps • Supports Bluetooth 4.2 / 3.0 + High speed class II Rear Panel I/O • 2 x Antenna Ports • 1 x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port (with Y-cable support) • 1 x Optical SPDIF Out Port • 1 x USB 3.1 Type-A Port...
...; Supports Wake-On-LAN • Supports Lightning/ESD Protection • Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az • Supports PXE Wireless LAN • Intel® 802.11ac WiFi Module (Free Bundle) • Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac • Supports Dual-Band (2.4/5 GHz) • Supports high speed wireless connections up to 433Mbps • Supports Bluetooth 4.2 / 3.0 + High speed class II Rear Panel I/O • 2 x Antenna Ports • 1 x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port (with Y-cable support) • 1 x Optical SPDIF Out Port • 1 x USB 3.1 Type-A Port...
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... X370 Professional Gaming Series • 1 x Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control) * The Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan supports the water cooler fan of maximum 1.5A (18W) fan power. * CPU_FAN1, CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use. • 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector (15μ Gold Audio Connector) • 1 x AMD LED Fan USB Header • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports...
... X370 Professional Gaming Series • 1 x Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control) * The Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan supports the water cooler fan of maximum 1.5A (18W) fan power. * CPU_FAN1, CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use. • 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector (15μ Gold Audio Connector) • 1 x AMD LED Fan USB Header • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports...
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...-pin module) DDR4_B2 (64 bit, 288-pin module) Bottom: Optical SPDIF SOCKET AM4 USB 3.1 T: USB31_TA_1 B: USB31_TC_1 USB 3.0 T: USB3 B: USB4 Top: RJ-45 (I211AT) USB 3.0 T: USB5 B: USB6 Top: RJ-45 (AQC108) LAN Top: Central/Bass LINE IN Center: REAR SPK Bottom: MIC IN Top: Center: FRONT LAN Super I/O PCIE1 PCIE2 AMD_FAN_LED1 USB_5 1 1 M2_1 BIOS ROM Ultra M.2 PCIe Gen3 x4 1 FATAL TY CMOS Battery AUDIO CODEC PCIE3 AMD Promontory X370...
...-pin module) DDR4_B2 (64 bit, 288-pin module) Bottom: Optical SPDIF SOCKET AM4 USB 3.1 T: USB31_TA_1 B: USB31_TC_1 USB 3.0 T: USB3 B: USB4 Top: RJ-45 (I211AT) USB 3.0 T: USB5 B: USB6 Top: RJ-45 (AQC108) LAN Top: Central/Bass LINE IN Center: REAR SPK Bottom: MIC IN Top: Center: FRONT LAN Super I/O PCIE1 PCIE2 AMD_FAN_LED1 USB_5 1 1 M2_1 BIOS ROM Ultra M.2 PCIe Gen3 x4 1 FATAL TY CMOS Battery AUDIO CODEC PCIE3 AMD Promontory X370...
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...-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2) 6 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 7 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_9_10) 8 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_7_8) 9 AMD LED Fan USB Header (USB_5) 10 AMD Fan LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1) 11 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 12 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_1_2) 13 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_3_4) 14 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_5_6) 15 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_7_8) 16 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_A1_A2) 17 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1) 18 System Panel Header (PANEL1) 19 Power Switch (PWRBTN1) 20 Reset Switch (RSTBTN1) 21 USB 2.0 Header (USB_1_2) 22 USB 2.0 Header (USB_3_4) 23 Power LED and Speaker Header...
...-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2) 6 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 7 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_9_10) 8 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_7_8) 9 AMD LED Fan USB Header (USB_5) 10 AMD Fan LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1) 11 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 12 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_1_2) 13 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_3_4) 14 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_5_6) 15 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_7_8) 16 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_A1_A2) 17 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1) 18 System Panel Header (PANEL1) 19 Power Switch (PWRBTN1) 20 Reset Switch (RSTBTN1) 21 USB 2.0 Header (USB_1_2) 22 USB 2.0 Header (USB_3_4) 23 Power LED and Speaker Header...
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... edges and do not overtighten the screws! Fatal1ty X370 Professional Gaming Series Chapter 2 Installation This is a ATX form factor motherboard. Doing so may cause physical injuries to the chassis, please do not touch the ICs. • Whenever you uninstall any motherboard settings. • Make sure to unplug the power cord before you and damages to motherboard components. • In order to avoid damage...
... edges and do not overtighten the screws! Fatal1ty X370 Professional Gaming Series Chapter 2 Installation This is a ATX form factor motherboard. Doing so may cause physical injuries to the chassis, please do not touch the ICs. • Whenever you uninstall any motherboard settings. • Make sure to unplug the power cord before you and damages to motherboard components. • In order to avoid damage...
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... label English 23 Fatal1ty X370 Professional Gaming Series 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 288-pin DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1. SR - It is not allowed to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one or three memory module installed. 3. DR - - - SR - - - SR - otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. For dual channel configuration, you always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM...
... label English 23 Fatal1ty X370 Professional Gaming Series 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 288-pin DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1. SR - It is not allowed to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one or three memory module installed. 3. DR - - - SR - - - SR - otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. For dual channel configuration, you always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM...
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... install only one memory module or try using other devices. A0 - If the problem still exists, please install only one memory module or try installing them in other memory modules. Please re-install the CPU and memory then clear CMOS. Please re-install PCI-E devices or try using another VGA card. Fatal1ty X370 Professional Gaming Series 2.8 Dr. Debug Dr. Debug is installed correctly and then clear CMOS. 0d Problem related to IDE or SATA devices. b0 Problem related to provide code information, which makes troubleshooting...
... install only one memory module or try using other devices. A0 - If the problem still exists, please install only one memory module or try installing them in other memory modules. Please re-install the CPU and memory then clear CMOS. Please re-install PCI-E devices or try using another VGA card. Fatal1ty X370 Professional Gaming Series 2.8 Dr. Debug Dr. Debug is installed correctly and then clear CMOS. 0d Problem related to IDE or SATA devices. b0 Problem related to provide code information, which makes troubleshooting...
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... is recommended to PCIE3 slot. Please refer to your graphics card vendor for detailed installation guide. 2.10.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards Step 1 Insert one graphics card into PCIE2 slot and the other graphics card to use identical CrossFireXTM-ready graphics cards that the cards are AMD certified. 2. If you to install up to AMD graphics card manuals for details.) 38 English Please refer to two identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards. 1. Make sure that your...
... is recommended to PCIE3 slot. Please refer to your graphics card vendor for detailed installation guide. 2.10.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards Step 1 Insert one graphics card into PCIE2 slot and the other graphics card to use identical CrossFireXTM-ready graphics cards that the cards are AMD certified. 2. If you to install up to AMD graphics card manuals for details.) 38 English Please refer to two identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards. 1. Make sure that your...
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... graphics card and click Apply. 2.10.2 Driver Installation and Setup Step 1 Power on your computer. Step 5 In the left pane, click Performance and then AMD CrossFireXTM. Then select Enable AMD CrossFireX and click Apply. Please check AMD's website for details. Step 3 Install the required drivers and CATALYST Control Center then restart your computer and boot into OS. English 40 The Catalyst Uninstaller is an optional download...
... graphics card and click Apply. 2.10.2 Driver Installation and Setup Step 1 Power on your computer. Step 5 In the left pane, click Performance and then AMD CrossFireXTM. Then select Enable AMD CrossFireX and click Apply. Please check AMD's website for details. Step 3 Install the required drivers and CATALYST Control Center then restart your computer and boot into OS. English 40 The Catalyst Uninstaller is an optional download...
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... 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. Drivers Menu The drivers compatible to display the menu. Running The Support CD To begin using the support CD, insert the CD into your computer. Therefore, the drivers you install can work properly. If the Main Menu does not appear automatically, locate and double click on the file "ASRSETUP.EXE" in your CD-ROM drive.
... 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. Drivers Menu The drivers compatible to display the menu. Running The Support CD To begin using the support CD, insert the CD into your computer. Therefore, the drivers you install can work properly. If the Main Menu does not appear automatically, locate and double click on the file "ASRSETUP.EXE" in your CD-ROM drive.
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English 75 Easy RAID Installer Easy RAID Installer helps you to copy the RAID driver from the support CD to your USB storage device. 4.5 Tools Fatal1ty X370 Professional Gaming Series RGB LED ASRock RGB LED allows you to adjust the RGB LED color to your liking. After copying the drivers please change the SATA mode to RAID, then you can start installing the operating system in RAID mode.
English 75 Easy RAID Installer Easy RAID Installer helps you to copy the RAID driver from the support CD to your USB storage device. 4.5 Tools Fatal1ty X370 Professional Gaming Series RGB LED ASRock RGB LED allows you to adjust the RGB LED color to your liking. After copying the drivers please change the SATA mode to RAID, then you can start installing the operating system in RAID mode.
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...plug in your USB pen drive before using Internet Flash. *For BIOS backup and recovery purpose, it is recommended to configure internet connection settings for you. Please setup network configuration before using this function. Internet Flash - UEFI Download Server Select a server to update your UEFI. Instant Flash Save UEFI files in your USB storage device and run Instant Flash to download the UEFI firmware. 76 English Internet Setting Enable or disable sound effects in the setup utility. DHCP (Auto IP), Auto ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates the latest UEFI firmware...
...plug in your USB pen drive before using Internet Flash. *For BIOS backup and recovery purpose, it is recommended to configure internet connection settings for you. Please setup network configuration before using this function. Internet Flash - UEFI Download Server Select a server to update your UEFI. Instant Flash Save UEFI files in your USB storage device and run Instant Flash to download the UEFI firmware. 76 English Internet Setting Enable or disable sound effects in the setup utility. DHCP (Auto IP), Auto ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates the latest UEFI firmware...
Quick Installation Guide
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...-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2) 6 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 7 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_9_10) 8 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_7_8) 9 AMD LED Fan USB Header (USB_5) 10 AMD Fan LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1) 11 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 12 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_1_2) 13 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_3_4) 14 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_5_6) 15 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_7_8) 16 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_A1_A2) 17 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1) 18 System Panel Header (PANEL1) 19 Power Switch (PWRBTN1) 20 Reset Switch (RSTBTN1) 21 USB 2.0 Header (USB_1_2) 22 USB 2.0 Header (USB_3_4) 23 Power LED and Speaker Header...
...-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2) 6 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 7 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_9_10) 8 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_7_8) 9 AMD LED Fan USB Header (USB_5) 10 AMD Fan LED Header (AMD_FAN_LED1) 11 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 12 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_1_2) 13 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_3_4) 14 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_5_6) 15 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_7_8) 16 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_A1_A2) 17 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1) 18 System Panel Header (PANEL1) 19 Power Switch (PWRBTN1) 20 Reset Switch (RSTBTN1) 21 USB 2.0 Header (USB_1_2) 22 USB 2.0 Header (USB_3_4) 23 Power LED and Speaker Header...
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... Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Professional Gaming Series Support CD • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x ASRock SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Card (Optional) • 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas • 2 x Screws for specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Professional Gaming 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...
... Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Professional Gaming Series Support CD • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x ASRock SLI_HB_Bridge_2S Card (Optional) • 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5 GHz Antennas • 2 x Screws for specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Professional Gaming 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...
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... X370 Professional Gaming Series • 1 x Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control) * The Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan supports the water cooler fan of maximum 1.5A (18W) fan power. * CPU_FAN1, CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use. • 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector (15μ Gold Audio Connector) • 1 x AMD LED Fan USB Header • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports...
... X370 Professional Gaming Series • 1 x Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control) * The Chassis Optional/Water Pump Fan supports the water cooler fan of maximum 1.5A (18W) fan power. * CPU_FAN1, CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 can auto detect if 3-pin or 4-pin fan is in use. • 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connector) • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector (15μ Gold Audio Connector) • 1 x AMD LED Fan USB Header • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports...
RAID Installation Guide
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... Storage Configuration. STEP 4: Windows installation A. Click to Way 2 (UEFI Mode for GPT partition). D. For RAID disk size larger than 2TB, please refer to find the driver inside the RAID ROM utility to create the target RAID disk. (Please refer to Section 1.4 in MBR mode which support IDE Combined Mode. Set the "SATA Mode" option to 2TB. Follow the instruction inside your Windows version (Windows 7/8/8.1). Way 2: (for your USB flash drive. 1.3 Installing Windows® OS With RAID Functions If you install. 1.3.1 RAID Functions for AMD A85X...
... Storage Configuration. STEP 4: Windows installation A. Click to Way 2 (UEFI Mode for GPT partition). D. For RAID disk size larger than 2TB, please refer to find the driver inside the RAID ROM utility to create the target RAID disk. (Please refer to Section 1.4 in MBR mode which support IDE Combined Mode. Set the "SATA Mode" option to 2TB. Follow the instruction inside your Windows version (Windows 7/8/8.1). Way 2: (for your USB flash drive. 1.3 Installing Windows® OS With RAID Functions If you install. 1.3.1 RAID Functions for AMD A85X...
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... mode which support IDE Combined Mode. *Due to a USB flash drive A. During system boot, press or key to enter legacy RAID ROM utility. Please select the correct driver for your USB flash drive. Plug a USB drive into one of the SATA ports 5 ~ 8 which the size of the RAID disk is under /I386 directory. E. Way 2: (for more details) STEP 3: Copy RAID driver to the AMD A68H chipset limitation, please install the DVD-ROM into the DVD-ROM drive. During system boot, press to enter UEFI setup utility. STEP 4: Windows installation A. For 32bit OS, the driver...
... mode which support IDE Combined Mode. *Due to a USB flash drive A. During system boot, press or key to enter legacy RAID ROM utility. Please select the correct driver for your USB flash drive. Plug a USB drive into one of the SATA ports 5 ~ 8 which the size of the RAID disk is under /I386 directory. E. Way 2: (for more details) STEP 3: Copy RAID driver to the AMD A68H chipset limitation, please install the DVD-ROM into the DVD-ROM drive. During system boot, press to enter UEFI setup utility. STEP 4: Windows installation A. For 32bit OS, the driver...
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... AMD SATA RAID Controller (the "Host PC"). 2. AMD Windows RAID Installation Guide AMD Windows RAID Installation Guide is already running, exit all programs. If you must use one of all major events/alarms, memory cache management, drive event logging, logical drive maintenance, rebuild, and access to work with any other JREs that exist anywhere on your CD-ROM drive. 3. Other brands of RAIDXpert Installation Software RAIDXpert installation software will install two major components to configure RAID functions by using RAIDXpert RAID...
... AMD SATA RAID Controller (the "Host PC"). 2. AMD Windows RAID Installation Guide AMD Windows RAID Installation Guide is already running, exit all programs. If you must use one of all major events/alarms, memory cache management, drive event logging, logical drive maintenance, rebuild, and access to work with any other JREs that exist anywhere on your CD-ROM drive. 3. Other brands of RAIDXpert Installation Software RAIDXpert installation software will install two major components to configure RAID functions by using RAIDXpert RAID...