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... using. In this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock G31M-VS2 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 8.9-in x 6.7-in, 22.6 cm x 17.0 cm) ASRock G31M-VS2 Quick Installation Guide ASRock G31M-VS2 Support CD Two Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) One...
... using. In this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock G31M-VS2 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 8.9-in x 6.7-in, 22.6 cm x 17.0 cm) ASRock G31M-VS2 Quick Installation Guide ASRock G31M-VS2 Support CD Two Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) One...
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..., a toxic substance controlled in this guide may or may appear in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by ASRock. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be constructed as a commitment by the California Legislature. "Perchlorate Material-special handling... in California, USA, please follow the related regulations in the guide or product. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English Operation is subject to change without intent to infringe. In no responsibility for a particular purpose.
..., a toxic substance controlled in this guide may or may appear in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by ASRock. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be constructed as a commitment by the California Legislature. "Perchlorate Material-special handling... in California, USA, please follow the related regulations in the guide or product. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English Operation is subject to change without intent to infringe. In no responsibility for a particular purpose.
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... (Black) 9 System Panel Header (PANEL1, White) 23 Front Panel Audio Header 10 Primary SATAII Connector (SATAII_1; Blue) (HD_AUDIO1, White) 11 Secondary SATAII Connector (SATAII_2; Blue) 2 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard Blue) 13 Third SATAII Connector (SATAII_4; Motherboard Layout English 1 PS2_USB_PWR1 Jumper 14 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER 1, White) 2 ATX 12V Connector (ATX12V2) 15 USB 2.0 Header...
... (Black) 9 System Panel Header (PANEL1, White) 23 Front Panel Audio Header 10 Primary SATAII Connector (SATAII_1; Blue) (HD_AUDIO1, White) 11 Secondary SATAII Connector (SATAII_2; Blue) 2 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard Blue) 13 Third SATAII Connector (SATAII_4; Motherboard Layout English 1 PS2_USB_PWR1 Jumper 14 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER 1, White) 2 ATX 12V Connector (ATX12V2) 15 USB 2.0 Header...
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... connect a front panel audio cable to the front panel audio header. In "Advanced Options" screen, select "Independent Headphone", and click "OK" to save your change . 3 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English For Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS: Please click "VIA HD Audio Deck" icon , and click "Advanced Options" on the...
... connect a front panel audio cable to the front panel audio header. In "Advanced Options" screen, select "Independent Headphone", and click "OK" to save your change . 3 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English For Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS: Please click "VIA HD Audio Deck" icon , and click "Advanced Options" on the...
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... presented in , 22.6 cm x 17.0 cm) ASRock G31M-VS2 Quick Installation Guide ASRock G31M-VS2 Support CD Two Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cable (Optional) One I/O Panel Shield 4 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you are using. You may find the ... of this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock G31M-VS2 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 this manual will be updated, the content...
... presented in , 22.6 cm x 17.0 cm) ASRock G31M-VS2 Quick Installation Guide ASRock G31M-VS2 Support CD Two Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cable (Optional) One I/O Panel Shield 4 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you are using. You may find the ... of this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock G31M-VS2 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 this manual will be updated, the content...
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Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 3100 - shared memory 384MB (see CAUTION 1) - CPU/Chassis FAN connector 5 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English Supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 5) - Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 - Pixel Shader 2.0, DirectX 9.0 - Speed: 10/100 Ethernet - resolution up to -Use USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x ...
Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 3100 - shared memory 384MB (see CAUTION 1) - CPU/Chassis FAN connector 5 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English Supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 5) - Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 - Pixel Shader 2.0, DirectX 9.0 - Speed: 10/100 Ethernet - resolution up to -Use USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x ...
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...- CPU Fan Tachometer - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), ASRock Software Suite (CyberLink DVD Suite and Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi MB) (OEM and Trial Version) Unique Feature - ASRock OC DNA (see CAUTION 7) BIOS Feature - 4Mb AMI BIOS -...x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (see CAUTION 11) - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 14) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com English 6 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - Chassis Fan Tachometer - CD in header - ACPI...
...- CPU Fan Tachometer - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), ASRock Software Suite (CyberLink DVD Suite and Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi MB) (OEM and Trial Version) Unique Feature - ASRock OC DNA (see CAUTION 7) BIOS Feature - 4Mb AMI BIOS -...x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (see CAUTION 11) - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 14) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com English 6 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - Chassis Fan Tachometer - CD in header - ACPI...
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... on page 23 of "User Manual" in the support CD to adjust your hardware devices to change. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 9. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 7 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English We are not responsible for the latest information. 6. Please read "Untied Overclocking Technology" on ... Technology. Before you to surveil your own risk and expense. Due to SATAII connector, please read the installation guide of ASRock OC Tuner. Please check Intel® website for possible damage caused by overclocking. Before installing SATAII hard disk to the operating...
... on page 23 of "User Manual" in the support CD to adjust your hardware devices to change. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 9. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 7 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English We are not responsible for the latest information. 6. Please read "Untied Overclocking Technology" on ... Technology. Before you to surveil your own risk and expense. Due to SATAII connector, please read the installation guide of ASRock OC Tuner. Please check Intel® website for possible damage caused by overclocking. Before installing SATAII hard disk to the operating...
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...flash utility. While CPU overheat is not recommended to perform over-clocking. EuP, stands for Energy Using Product, was a provision regulated by ASRock, provides a convenient way for the user to EuP, the total AC power of the completed system shall be noticed that the USB flash ...heat dissipation, remember to spray thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink when you to define the power consumption for more details. 8 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English Just launch this utility, you what it back again. OC DNA, an exclusive utility developed by European Union to update system...
...flash utility. While CPU overheat is not recommended to perform over-clocking. EuP, stands for Energy Using Product, was a provision regulated by ASRock, provides a convenient way for the user to EuP, the total AC power of the completed system shall be noticed that the USB flash ...heat dissipation, remember to spray thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink when you to define the power consumption for more details. 8 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English Just launch this utility, you what it back again. OC DNA, an exclusive utility developed by European Union to update system...
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... ICs. 4. Doing so may cause severe damage to static electricity, NEVER place your motherboard directly on the socket. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged. 9 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English 2. Installation Pre-installation Precautions Take note of Intel 775-LAND CPU, please follow the steps below. 775-Pin Socket Overview Before you uninstall...
... ICs. 4. Doing so may cause severe damage to static electricity, NEVER place your motherboard directly on the socket. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged. 9 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English 2. Installation Pre-installation Precautions Take note of Intel 775-LAND CPU, please follow the steps below. 775-Pin Socket Overview Before you uninstall...
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... on the hook to fully open position at approximately 135 degrees. Open the socket: Step 1-1. Step 1-3. Rotate the load plate to assist in removal. 10 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard Step 2-3. Disengaging the lever by using a purely vertical motion. Hold the CPU by the edges where are marked with the two alignment keys of...
... on the hook to fully open position at approximately 135 degrees. Open the socket: Step 1-1. Step 1-3. Rotate the load plate to assist in removal. 10 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard Step 2-3. Disengaging the lever by using a purely vertical motion. Hold the CPU by the edges where are marked with the two alignment keys of...
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... on side closest to ensure cable does not interfere with the motherboard throughholes. 1. English Step 2. Align fasteners with fan operation or contact other components. 11 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard
... on side closest to ensure cable does not interfere with the motherboard throughholes. 1. English Step 2. Align fasteners with fan operation or contact other components. 11 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard
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... the slot until the retaining clips at incorrect orientation. The DIMM only fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 12 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English Installing a DIMM Please make sure to install a DDR memory module into the slot at both ends fully snap back ... to activate the Dual Channel Memory Technology. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) G31M-VS2 motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR2 (Double Data Rate 2) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel configuration, you...
... the slot until the retaining clips at incorrect orientation. The DIMM only fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 12 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English Installing a DIMM Please make sure to install a DDR memory module into the slot at both ends fully snap back ... to activate the Dual Channel Memory Technology. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) G31M-VS2 motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR2 (Double Data Rate 2) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel configuration, you...
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...), the onboard VGA will be disabled. PCIE slot: PCIE1 (PCIE x16 slot) is used for later use . Step 2. Align the card connector with screws. 13 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English Keep the screws for PCI Express card with x16 lane width graphics card. If you intend to [Enabled, 1MB] or [Enabled, 8MB], the...
...), the onboard VGA will be disabled. PCIE slot: PCIE1 (PCIE x16 slot) is used for later use . Step 2. Align the card connector with screws. 13 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English Keep the screws for PCI Express card with x16 lane width graphics card. If you intend to [Enabled, 1MB] or [Enabled, 8MB], the...
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... off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power supply. The illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1 and pin2 are setup. English 14 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard
... off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power supply. The illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1 and pin2 are setup. English 14 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard
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... connector (Blue) (39-pin IDE1, see p.2, No. 11) (SATAII_3: SATAII_4 SATAII_3 SATAII_2 SATAII_1 connectors support SATAII or SATA hard disk for the details. English 15 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Serial ATAII Connectors These four Serial ATAII (SATAII) (SATAII_1: see p.2, No. 10) (SATAII_2...
... connector (Blue) (39-pin IDE1, see p.2, No. 11) (SATAII_3: SATAII_4 SATAII_3 SATAII_2 SATAII_1 connectors support SATAII or SATA hard disk for the details. English 15 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Serial ATAII Connectors These four Serial ATAII (SATAII) (SATAII_1: see p.2, No. 10) (SATAII_2...
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... must support HDA to Ground (GND). Print Port Header (25-pin LPT1) (see p.2 No. 24) This is an interface for AC'97 audio panel. 16 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to MIC2_L. This is an interface for print port cable that allows convenient connection and...
... must support HDA to Ground (GND). Print Port Header (25-pin LPT1) (see p.2 No. 24) This is an interface for AC'97 audio panel. 16 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to MIC2_L. This is an interface for print port cable that allows convenient connection and...
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... 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug your power supply along with Pin 1 and Pin 13. 24 13 20-PinATX Power Supply Installation 12 1 17 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English Chassis Speaker Header (4-pin SPEAKER 1) (see p.2 No. 14) Chassis Fan Connector (3-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.2 No. 3) 1 2 3 4 Please connect a CPU fan cable to this connector...
... 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug your power supply along with Pin 1 and Pin 13. 24 13 20-PinATX Power Supply Installation 12 1 17 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English Chassis Speaker Header (4-pin SPEAKER 1) (see p.2 No. 14) Chassis Fan Connector (3-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.2 No. 3) 1 2 3 4 Please connect a CPU fan cable to this connector...
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Failing to do so will cause the failure to this connector so that it can provides sufficient power. ATX 12V Connector (4-pin ATX12V2) (see p.2 No. 2) Please note that it is necessary to connect a power supply with ATX 12V plug to power up. English 18 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard
Failing to do so will cause the failure to this connector so that it can provides sufficient power. ATX 12V Connector (4-pin ATX12V2) (see p.2 No. 2) Please note that it is necessary to connect a power supply with ATX 12V plug to power up. English 18 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard
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... the SATA / SATAII hard disks. Before you install can operate under a more stable overclocking environment. This section will guide you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. 19 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English STEP 1: Install the SATA / SATAII hard disks into the drive bays of the SATA data cable to the SATA / SATAII hard disk. 2.8 Driver...
... the SATA / SATAII hard disks. Before you install can operate under a more stable overclocking environment. This section will guide you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. 19 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English STEP 1: Install the SATA / SATAII hard disks into the drive bays of the SATA data cable to the SATA / SATAII hard disk. 2.8 Driver...
