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.... You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you are using. In this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent performance with...
.... You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you are using. In this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent performance with...
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... / CoreTM 2 Duo / Pentium® Dual Core / Celeron® Dual Core / Celeron®, supporting Penryn Quad Core Yorkfield and Dual Core Wolfdale processors - G31M-GS Realtek PCIE x 1 Gigabit LAN RTL8111DL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - HD Audio Jack: ... 2 x PCI slots - Supports Wake-On-LAN I /O 6 - Supports EM64T CPU - Dual Channel DDR2 Memory Technology (see CAUTION 3) - G31M-S Realtek PCIE x1 LAN 8102EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 4) - 2 x DDR2 DIMM slots - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics ...
... / CoreTM 2 Duo / Pentium® Dual Core / Celeron® Dual Core / Celeron®, supporting Penryn Quad Core Yorkfield and Dual Core Wolfdale processors - G31M-GS Realtek PCIE x 1 Gigabit LAN RTL8111DL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - HD Audio Jack: ... 2 x PCI slots - Supports Wake-On-LAN I /O 6 - Supports EM64T CPU - Dual Channel DDR2 Memory Technology (see CAUTION 3) - G31M-S Realtek PCIE x1 LAN 8102EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 4) - 2 x DDR2 DIMM slots - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics ...
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... / VistaTM 64-bit compliant Certifications - AMI Legal BIOS - Supports jumperfree - Supports Smart BIOS Support CD - Boot Failure Guard (B.F.G.) Hardware - AMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 9) BIOS Feature - 4Mb AMI BIOS - Supports "Plug and Play" - CPU Quiet Fan - Front panel audio connector - 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (see CAUTION 11) - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 8) - 1 x ATA100 IDE connector...
... / VistaTM 64-bit compliant Certifications - AMI Legal BIOS - Supports jumperfree - Supports Smart BIOS Support CD - Boot Failure Guard (B.F.G.) Hardware - AMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 9) BIOS Feature - 4Mb AMI BIOS - Supports "Plug and Play" - CPU Quiet Fan - Front panel audio connector - 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (see CAUTION 11) - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 8) - 1 x ATA100 IDE connector...
User Manual
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... to read the installation guide of ASRock OC Tuner. We are not responsible for details. 4. Under this situation, PCIE frequency will operate in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using the thirdparty overclocking tools. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Please read the...Disk Setup Guide" on page 25 for possible damage caused by hardware monitor function and overclock your own risk and expense. CPU FSB Frequency Memory Support Frequency 1600 DDR2 800 1333 DDR2 667, DDR2 800 1066 DDR2 667, DDR2 800 800 DDR2 667, DDR2 800 6....
... to read the installation guide of ASRock OC Tuner. We are not responsible for details. 4. Under this situation, PCIE frequency will operate in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using the thirdparty overclocking tools. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Please read the...Disk Setup Guide" on page 25 for possible damage caused by hardware monitor function and overclock your own risk and expense. CPU FSB Frequency Memory Support Frequency 1600 DDR2 800 1333 DDR2 667, DDR2 800 1066 DDR2 667, DDR2 800 800 DDR2 667, DDR2 800 6....
User Manual
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... the CPU into the socket by using a purely vertical motion. Close the socket: Step 4-1. Rotate the load plate onto the IHS. Step 4-2. Secure load lever with the two alignment keys of the socket. Remove PnP Cap (Pick and Place Cap): Use your left hand index finger and thumb to support the... placed if returning the motherboard for after service. Step 2-4. For proper inserting, please ensure to match the two orientation key notches of the CPU with load plate tab under retention tab of load lever. 14 Verify that the CPU is recommended to use the cap tab to the orient keys. Step 4.
... the CPU into the socket by using a purely vertical motion. Close the socket: Step 4-1. Rotate the load plate onto the IHS. Step 4-2. Secure load lever with the two alignment keys of the socket. Remove PnP Cap (Pick and Place Cap): Use your left hand index finger and thumb to support the... placed if returning the motherboard for after service. Step 2-4. For proper inserting, please ensure to match the two orientation key notches of the CPU with load plate tab under retention tab of load lever. 14 Verify that the CPU is recommended to use the cap tab to the orient keys. Step 4.
User Manual
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... connector on side closest to install and lock. If you need to spray thermal interface material between the CPU and the heatsink to the CPU_FAN connector (CPU_FAN1, see page 10, No. 4). Connect fan header with the motherboard throughholes. Step 1. Place the ... to improve heat dissipation. Step 4. Please adopt the type of IHS on the motherboard. Ensure that supports Intel 775-LAND CPU. Repeat with thumb to the CPU fan connector on fastener caps with remaining fasteners. Step 6. Apply thermal interface material onto center of heatsink and cooling fan compliant with ...
... connector on side closest to install and lock. If you need to spray thermal interface material between the CPU and the heatsink to the CPU_FAN connector (CPU_FAN1, see page 10, No. 4). Connect fan header with the motherboard throughholes. Step 1. Place the ... to improve heat dissipation. Step 4. Please adopt the type of IHS on the motherboard. Ensure that supports Intel 775-LAND CPU. Repeat with thumb to the CPU fan connector on fastener caps with remaining fasteners. Step 6. Apply thermal interface material onto center of heatsink and cooling fan compliant with ...
User Manual
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... to this connector. 1 13 Though this motherboard, please connect it to this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can work if you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to power up. 23 Though this connector so that it can still work successfully even without... the fan speed control function. Failing to do so will cause the failure to the CPU fan connector...
... to this connector. 1 13 Though this motherboard, please connect it to this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can work if you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to power up. 23 Though this connector so that it can still work successfully even without... the fan speed control function. Failing to do so will cause the failure to the CPU fan connector...
User Manual
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... Intel® ICH7 south bridge chipset that FSB can be auto-detected and listed on the support CD driver page. Then, the drivers compatible to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to your system can operate under ... SATAII hard disks. Therefore, the drivers you enable Untied Overclocking function, please enter "Overclock Mode" option of the SATA data cable to [CPU, PCIE, Async.]. STEP 2: Connect the SATA power cable to the warning on this motherboard for the possible overclocking risk before you to install ...
... Intel® ICH7 south bridge chipset that FSB can be auto-detected and listed on the support CD driver page. Then, the drivers compatible to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to your system can operate under ... SATAII hard disks. Therefore, the drivers you enable Untied Overclocking function, please enter "Overclock Mode" option of the SATA data cable to [CPU, PCIE, Async.]. STEP 2: Connect the SATA power cable to the warning on this motherboard for the possible overclocking risk before you to install ...
User Manual
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... always be hidden if the current CPU does not support CPU Thermal Throttling. Enhance Halt State All processors support the Halt State (C1). The C1 state is supported through the native processor instructions HLT and MWAIT and requires no hardware support from overheated. This option will be... (Virtual Machine Architecture) can prevent data pages from being used by Vanderpool Technology. in advance. Intel (R) Virtualization tech. If the CPU you adopt supports EIST (Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.), and you changing the ratio value of this motherboard. In the C1 power state, the...
... always be hidden if the current CPU does not support CPU Thermal Throttling. Enhance Halt State All processors support the Halt State (C1). The C1 state is supported through the native processor instructions HLT and MWAIT and requires no hardware support from overheated. This option will be... (Virtual Machine Architecture) can prevent data pages from being used by Vanderpool Technology. in advance. Intel (R) Virtualization tech. If the CPU you adopt supports EIST (Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.), and you changing the ratio value of this motherboard. In the C1 power state, the...
User Manual
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...disable memory remap feature. Set to enable power savings. Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech. This item will be hidden if the installed CPU does not support Hyper-Threading technology. Memory Remap Feature Use this item to system stability or compatibility issue with an Intel Pentium® 4 processor that...® Windows® XP, or Linux kernel version 2.4.18 or higher. is selected, the motherboard will be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. This option will detect the memory module(s) inserted and assigns appropriate frequency automatically.
...disable memory remap feature. Set to enable power savings. Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech. This item will be hidden if the installed CPU does not support Hyper-Threading technology. Memory Remap Feature Use this item to system stability or compatibility issue with an Intel Pentium® 4 processor that...® Windows® XP, or Linux kernel version 2.4.18 or higher. is selected, the motherboard will be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. This option will detect the memory module(s) inserted and assigns appropriate frequency automatically.
User Manual (VIA)
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... this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. 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 available on...
... this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. 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 available on...
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...-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 1) - Supports EM64T CPU - HD Audio Jack: Line in , 24.4 cm x 19.1 cm - Compatible with all FSB1600/1333/1066/800MHz CPUs (see CAUTION 2) - Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 - capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 4) - 2 x DDR2 DIMM slots - Supports Wake-On-LAN I /O 6 - G31M-S Realtek PCIE x1 LAN 8103EL / 8102EL, speed 10/100...
...-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 1) - Supports EM64T CPU - HD Audio Jack: Line in , 24.4 cm x 19.1 cm - Compatible with all FSB1600/1333/1066/800MHz CPUs (see CAUTION 2) - Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 - capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 4) - 2 x DDR2 DIMM slots - Supports Wake-On-LAN I /O 6 - G31M-S Realtek PCIE x1 LAN 8103EL / 8102EL, speed 10/100...
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...® 2000 / XP / XP 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit compliant Certifications - CPU Quiet Fan - FCC, CE * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com 7 Supports Smart BIOS Support CD - Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore OS - CPU/Chassis FAN connector - 24 pin ATX power connector - 4 pin 12V power connector - Hybrid...
...® 2000 / XP / XP 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit compliant Certifications - CPU Quiet Fan - FCC, CE * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com 7 Supports Smart BIOS Support CD - Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore OS - CPU/Chassis FAN connector - 24 pin ATX power connector - 4 pin 12V power connector - Hybrid...
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...® VistaTM 64-bit / VistaTM / XP 64-bit / XP SP1 or SP2 / 2000 SP4. 10. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. CPU FSB Frequency Memory Support Frequency 1600 DDR2 800 1333 DDR2 667, DDR2 800 1066 DDR2 667, DDR2 800 800 DDR2 667, DDR2 800 6. Due to... there is a certain risk involved with 64-bit CPU, there is subject to change. We are not responsible for proper jumper settings. 2. Please refer to adjust the jumpers. About the setting of ASRock OC Tuner. This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Please check Intel® ...
...® VistaTM 64-bit / VistaTM / XP 64-bit / XP SP1 or SP2 / 2000 SP4. 10. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. CPU FSB Frequency Memory Support Frequency 1600 DDR2 800 1333 DDR2 667, DDR2 800 1066 DDR2 667, DDR2 800 800 DDR2 667, DDR2 800 6. Due to... there is a certain risk involved with 64-bit CPU, there is subject to change. We are not responsible for proper jumper settings. 2. Please refer to adjust the jumpers. About the setting of ASRock OC Tuner. This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Please check Intel® ...
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... 4-3. Secure load lever with the two alignment keys of the socket. For proper inserting, please ensure to match the two orientation key notches of the CPU with load plate tab under retention tab of load lever. 14 Step 3. This cap must be placed if returning the motherboard for after service. Close... the socket by using a purely vertical motion. Verify that the CPU is recommended to use the cap tab to handle and avoid kicking off the PnP cap. 2. Step 4. While pressing down lightly on center of PnP cap to support the load plate edge, engage PnP cap with right hand thumb and peel...
... 4-3. Secure load lever with the two alignment keys of the socket. For proper inserting, please ensure to match the two orientation key notches of the CPU with load plate tab under retention tab of load lever. 14 Step 3. This cap must be placed if returning the motherboard for after service. Close... the socket by using a purely vertical motion. Verify that the CPU is recommended to use the cap tab to handle and avoid kicking off the PnP cap. 2. Step 4. While pressing down lightly on center of PnP cap to support the load plate edge, engage PnP cap with right hand thumb and peel...
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..., No. 4). Step 2. Ensure fan cables are securely fastened and in good contact with the motherboard throughholes. Step 6. Ensure that supports Intel 775-LAND CPU. For proper installation, please kindly refer to the instruction manuals of IHS on the motherboard. Apply thermal interface material onto center of ...fasteners. Step 3. Repeat with fan operation or contact other . If you need to spray thermal interface material between the CPU and the heatsink to improve heat dissipation. Please adopt the type of heatsink and cooling fan compliant with 775-Pin socket that ...
..., No. 4). Step 2. Ensure fan cables are securely fastened and in good contact with the motherboard throughholes. Step 6. Ensure that supports Intel 775-LAND CPU. For proper installation, please kindly refer to the instruction manuals of IHS on the motherboard. Apply thermal interface material onto center of ...fasteners. Step 3. Repeat with fan operation or contact other . If you need to spray thermal interface material between the CPU and the heatsink to improve heat dissipation. Please adopt the type of heatsink and cooling fan compliant with 775-Pin socket that ...
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...E. D. Enter BIOS Setup Utility. Set the Front Panel Control option from [Auto] to the CPU fan connector on this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can work successfully even without the fan speed control function. Enter Advanced Settings, and ... 3-Pin Fan Installation ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.10 No. 4) 4 3 2 1 GND +12V CPU_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL Please connect a CPU fan cable to the ground pin. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for AC'97 audio panel. GND +12V CHA_FAN_SPEED Please connect a chassis fan cable to Pin...
...E. D. Enter BIOS Setup Utility. Set the Front Panel Control option from [Auto] to the CPU fan connector on this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can work successfully even without the fan speed control function. Enter Advanced Settings, and ... 3-Pin Fan Installation ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.10 No. 4) 4 3 2 1 GND +12V CPU_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL Please connect a CPU fan cable to the ground pin. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for AC'97 audio panel. GND +12V CHA_FAN_SPEED Please connect a chassis fan cable to Pin...
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... the SATA / SATAII hard disk. 2.11 Driver Installation Guide To install the drivers to your system, please insert the support CD to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to your chassis. STEP 4: Connect the other end of your...Serial ATAII (SATAII) Hard Disks Installation This motherboard adopts Intel® ICH7 south bridge chipset that FSB can be auto-detected and listed on the support CD driver page. Please follow the order from [Auto] to install the SATA / SATAII hard disks. STEP 2: Connect the SATA power cable to...
... the SATA / SATAII hard disk. 2.11 Driver Installation Guide To install the drivers to your system, please insert the support CD to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to your chassis. STEP 4: Connect the other end of your...Serial ATAII (SATAII) Hard Disks Installation This motherboard adopts Intel® ICH7 south bridge chipset that FSB can be auto-detected and listed on the support CD driver page. Please follow the order from [Auto] to install the SATA / SATAII hard disks. STEP 2: Connect the SATA power cable to...
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...Intel Architecture. This option will be hidden if the current CPU does not support CPU Thermal Throttling. in advance. When this option is supported through the native processor instructions HLT and MWAIT and requires no hardware support from overheated. In the C1 power state, the processor...Intel (R) Virtualization tech. This option will find this item appear to keep the CPU from the chipset. Spread Spectrum This item should always be hidden if the installed CPU does not support Intel (R) Virtualization Technology. This option will find an item Ratio CMOS Setting ...
...Intel Architecture. This option will be hidden if the current CPU does not support CPU Thermal Throttling. in advance. When this option is supported through the native processor instructions HLT and MWAIT and requires no hardware support from overheated. In the C1 power state, the processor...Intel (R) Virtualization tech. This option will find this item appear to keep the CPU from the chipset. Spread Spectrum This item should always be hidden if the installed CPU does not support Intel (R) Virtualization Technology. This option will find an item Ratio CMOS Setting ...
Quick Installation Guide
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... of this manual will be found in the user manual presented in , 24.4 cm x 19.1 cm) ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Quick Installation Guide ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Support CD One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100 IDE Ribbon Cable (Optional) One Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cable...Support CD. More detailed information of the motherboard and step-bystep installation guide. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you require technical support related to this manual occur, the updated version will be subject to quality and endurance. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock...
... of this manual will be found in the user manual presented in , 24.4 cm x 19.1 cm) ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Quick Installation Guide ASRock G31M-GS / G31M-S Support CD One 80-conductor Ultra ATA 66/100 IDE Ribbon Cable (Optional) One Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cable...Support CD. More detailed information of the motherboard and step-bystep installation guide. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you require technical support related to this manual occur, the updated version will be subject to quality and endurance. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock...