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... website for purchasing ASRock G31M-VS2 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the content of the motherboard and step-by-step guide to quality and endurance. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice...
... website for purchasing ASRock G31M-VS2 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the content of the motherboard and step-by-step guide to quality and endurance. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice...
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... slot - 1 x PCI slot - capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 2) - Supports Wake-On-LAN I /O Connector 6 - Supports FSB1333/1066/800 MHz - Supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 5) - Supports EM64T CPU - Supports DDR2 800/667 non-ECC, un-buffered memory - Pixel Shader 2.0, DirectX 9.0 - shared memory 384MB (see CAUTION 1) - Supports D-Sub with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) - Northbridge...
... slot - 1 x PCI slot - capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 2) - Supports Wake-On-LAN I /O Connector 6 - Supports FSB1333/1066/800 MHz - Supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 5) - Supports EM64T CPU - Supports DDR2 800/667 non-ECC, un-buffered memory - Pixel Shader 2.0, DirectX 9.0 - shared memory 384MB (see CAUTION 1) - Supports D-Sub with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) - Northbridge...
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...; 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit / XP / XP 64-bit compliant Certifications - - 24 pin ATX power connector - 4 pin 12V power connector - Supports jumperfree - ASRock OC DNA (see CAUTION 9) - CPU Quiet Fan - Supports "Plug and Play" - Instant Boot - EuP Ready (EuP ready power supply is required) (see CAUTION 12) - Chassis Temperature Sensing - CD in header...
...; 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit / XP / XP 64-bit compliant Certifications - - 24 pin ATX power connector - 4 pin 12V power connector - Supports jumperfree - ASRock OC DNA (see CAUTION 9) - CPU Quiet Fan - Supports "Plug and Play" - Instant Boot - EuP Ready (EuP ready power supply is required) (see CAUTION 12) - Chassis Temperature Sensing - CD in header...
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...4. This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 9. WARNING... Please realize that delivers unparalleled power savings. Please visit our website for the operation procedures of ASRock...7 / VistaTM / XP. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 8 About the setting of... Intelligent Energy Saver is a user-friendly ASRock overclocking tool which allows you implement Dual Channel...23 to SATAII connector directly. 7. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Please check Intel® ...
...4. This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 9. WARNING... Please realize that delivers unparalleled power savings. Please visit our website for the operation procedures of ASRock...7 / VistaTM / XP. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 8 About the setting of... Intelligent Energy Saver is a user-friendly ASRock overclocking tool which allows you implement Dual Channel...23 to SATAII connector directly. 7. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Please check Intel® ...
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Step 2-4. Remove PnP Cap (Pick and Place Cap): Use your left hand index finger and thumb to support the load plate edge, engage PnP cap with load plate tab under retention tab of load lever. 14 Step 4. Secure load lever with right hand ... assist in removal. 1. Close the socket: Step 4-1. Rotate the load plate onto the IHS. Verify that the CPU is recommended to use the cap tab to match the two orientation key notches of the CPU with the two alignment keys of PnP cap to the orient keys. This cap must be placed...
Step 2-4. Remove PnP Cap (Pick and Place Cap): Use your left hand index finger and thumb to support the load plate edge, engage PnP cap with load plate tab under retention tab of load lever. 14 Step 4. Secure load lever with right hand ... assist in removal. 1. Close the socket: Step 4-1. Rotate the load plate onto the IHS. Verify that the CPU is recommended to use the cap tab to match the two orientation key notches of the CPU with the two alignment keys of PnP cap to the orient keys. This cap must be placed...
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...page 10, No. 3). Secure excess cable with tie-wrap to ensure cable does not interfere with Intel 775-LAND CPU to the CPU fan connector on side closest to dissipate heat. Please adopt the type of heatsink and cooling fan compliant with fan ...operation or contact other . Step 1. Step 5. 2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink This motherboard is an example to the instruction manuals of your CPU fan and heatsink. Ensure that supports Intel 775-LAND CPU...
...page 10, No. 3). Secure excess cable with tie-wrap to ensure cable does not interfere with Intel 775-LAND CPU to the CPU fan connector on side closest to dissipate heat. Please adopt the type of heatsink and cooling fan compliant with fan ...operation or contact other . Step 1. Step 5. 2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink This motherboard is an example to the instruction manuals of your CPU fan and heatsink. Ensure that supports Intel 775-LAND CPU...
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... Panel Control option from [Auto] to the ground pin. GND +12V CHA_FAN_SPEED Please connect a chassis fan cable to the CPU fan connector on this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can still work successfully even without the fan speed control function. Though this motherboard, please connect it...
... Panel Control option from [Auto] to the ground pin. GND +12V CHA_FAN_SPEED Please connect a chassis fan cable to the CPU fan connector on this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can still work successfully even without the fan speed control function. Though this motherboard, please connect it...
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... 2.11 Driver Installation Guide To install the drivers to your system, please insert the support CD to your chassis. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to [CPU, PCIE, Async.]. This section will guide you enable Untied Overclocking function, please enter "... internal storage devices. Please follow the order from [Auto] to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. Before you to the warning on the support CD driver page. Please refer to install the SATA / SATAII hard disks. Therefore, the drivers you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. 24 Then...
... 2.11 Driver Installation Guide To install the drivers to your system, please insert the support CD to your chassis. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to [CPU, PCIE, Async.]. This section will guide you enable Untied Overclocking function, please enter "... internal storage devices. Please follow the order from [Auto] to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. Before you to the warning on the support CD driver page. Please refer to install the SATA / SATAII hard disks. Therefore, the drivers you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. 24 Then...
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...® Windows® XP. This option will be hidden if the current CPU does not support CPU Thermal Throttling. An IA-32 processor with an Intel Pentium® 4 processor that supports Hyper-Threading technology and an operating system that includes optimization for better system stability... Architecture. Spread Spectrum This item should always be hidden if the installed CPU does not support Intel (R) Virtualization Technology. in advance. This option will be hidden if the current CPU does not support No-Excute Memory Protection. Ratio Status This is a read -only item...
...® Windows® XP. This option will be hidden if the current CPU does not support CPU Thermal Throttling. An IA-32 processor with an Intel Pentium® 4 processor that supports Hyper-Threading technology and an operating system that includes optimization for better system stability... Architecture. Spread Spectrum This item should always be hidden if the installed CPU does not support Intel (R) Virtualization Technology. in advance. This option will be hidden if the current CPU does not support No-Excute Memory Protection. Ratio Status This is a read -only item...
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... your processor will work normally 75% of the time, and spend the other value as "Portable/Laptop" to enable this function may reduce CPU voltage and lead to [Disable] if above the total physical memory. Please set the "Power Schemes" as operating frequency: [333MHz (DDRII667)]...American Megatrends, Inc. The default value is [Auto]. The default value is selected, the motherboard will be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. Processor can switch between multiple frequency and voltage points to [Enabled]. On-Demand Clock Modulation This ...
... your processor will work normally 75% of the time, and spend the other value as "Portable/Laptop" to enable this function may reduce CPU voltage and lead to [Disable] if above the total physical memory. Please set the "Power Schemes" as operating frequency: [333MHz (DDRII667)]...American Megatrends, Inc. The default value is [Auto]. The default value is selected, the motherboard will be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. Processor can switch between multiple frequency and voltage points to [Enabled]. On-Demand Clock Modulation This ...
Quick Installation Guide
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... be subject to quality and endurance. 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 the Support CD. In case any modifications of the motherboard and step-bystep installation guide. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. It delivers excellent performance...
... be subject to quality and endurance. 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 the Support CD. In case any modifications of the motherboard and step-bystep installation guide. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. It delivers excellent performance...
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... Port - 4 x Ready-to 2048x1536 @ 75Hz - 5.1 CH HD Audio (VIA® VT1705 Audio Codec) - Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 5) - Northbridge: Intel® G31 - Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 - Pixel Shader 2.0, DirectX 9.0 - shared memory 384MB (see CAUTION 2) - CPU/Chassis FAN connector 5 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English Realtek PCIE x1 LAN 8103EL / 8102EL - Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator...
... Port - 4 x Ready-to 2048x1536 @ 75Hz - 5.1 CH HD Audio (VIA® VT1705 Audio Codec) - Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 5) - Northbridge: Intel® G31 - Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 - Pixel Shader 2.0, DirectX 9.0 - shared memory 384MB (see CAUTION 2) - CPU/Chassis FAN connector 5 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English Realtek PCIE x1 LAN 8103EL / 8102EL - Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator...
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... - FCC, CE - CD in header - Intelligent Energy Saver (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 - CPU Quiet Fan - Front panel audio connector - 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (see CAUTION 11) - VCCM Voltage Multi-adjustment - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version...
... - FCC, CE - CD in header - Intelligent Energy Saver (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 - CPU Quiet Fan - Front panel audio connector - 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) (see CAUTION 11) - VCCM Voltage Multi-adjustment - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version...
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... Please check Intel® website for system usage under Windows® 7 / VistaTM / XP. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 7 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Due to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may affect your... system by the chipset vendor and is a certain risk involved with 64-bit CPU, there is...
... Please check Intel® website for system usage under Windows® 7 / VistaTM / XP. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 7 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Due to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may affect your... system by the chipset vendor and is a certain risk involved with 64-bit CPU, there is...
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... 1-3. Rotate the load plate to assist in removal. 10 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard Step 2. Insert the 775-LAND CPU: Step 2-1. Locate Pin1 and the two orientation key notches. Step 2-3. Remove PnP Cap (Pick and Place Cap): Use your left hand index finger and thumb to support the load plate edge, engage PnP cap with the...
... 1-3. Rotate the load plate to assist in removal. 10 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard Step 2. Insert the 775-LAND CPU: Step 2-1. Locate Pin1 and the two orientation key notches. Step 2-3. Remove PnP Cap (Pick and Place Cap): Use your left hand index finger and thumb to support the load plate edge, engage PnP cap with the...
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...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 Enter Advanced Settings, and then select Chipset Configuration. Though this motherboard, please connect it can work successfully even without ... Fan Connector (3-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.2 No. 3) 1 2 3 4 Please connect a CPU fan cable to this connector and match the black wire to the CPU fan connector on this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can still work if you plan to connect the 3-Pin...
...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 Enter Advanced Settings, and then select Chipset Configuration. Though this motherboard, please connect it can work successfully even without ... Fan Connector (3-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.2 No. 3) 1 2 3 4 Please connect a CPU fan cable to this connector and match the black wire to the CPU fan connector on this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can still work if you plan to connect the 3-Pin...
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... To install the drivers to your system, please insert the support CD to the warning on the support CD driver page. Then, the drivers compatible to your optical drive first. Therefore, the drivers you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. 19 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due...
... To install the drivers to your system, please insert the support CD to the warning on the support CD driver page. Then, the drivers compatible to your optical drive first. Therefore, the drivers you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. 19 ASRock G31M-VS2 Motherboard English Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due...