RAID Installation Guide
Page 1
... RAID 3 2.2 RAID Configuration Precautions 6 2.3 Installing Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit With RAID Functions 7 2.4 Setting the BIOS RAID Items 8 2.5 Configuring a RAID array 8 2.5.1 Configuring a RAID array Using UEFI Setup Utility....... 8 2.5.2 Configuring a RAID array Using Intel RAID BIOS....... 13 3. Guide to SATA Hard Disks Installation 2 1.1 Serial ATA (SATA) Hard Disks Installation 2 2. Installing Windows®...
... RAID 3 2.2 RAID Configuration Precautions 6 2.3 Installing Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit With RAID Functions 7 2.4 Setting the BIOS RAID Items 8 2.5 Configuring a RAID array 8 2.5.1 Configuring a RAID array Using UEFI Setup Utility....... 8 2.5.2 Configuring a RAID array Using Intel RAID BIOS....... 13 3. Guide to SATA Hard Disks Installation 2 1.1 Serial ATA (SATA) Hard Disks Installation 2 2. Installing Windows®...
RAID Installation Guide
Page 8
... Configuration and set "Launch Storage OpROM policy" to [UEFI only]. 8 2.4 Setting the BIOS RAID Items After installing the hard disk drives, please set the necessary RAID items in the BIOS before setting your change before you exit BIOS setup. 2.5 Configuring a RAID array You can configure a RAID array using either UEFI Setup... Utility or Intel® RAID BIOS setup utility. 2.5.1 Configuring a RAID array Using UEFI Setup Utility STEP 1: For Windows® 8: Go to UEFI SETUP UTILITY Boot to set "Fast Boot" to...
... Configuration and set "Launch Storage OpROM policy" to [UEFI only]. 8 2.4 Setting the BIOS RAID Items After installing the hard disk drives, please set the necessary RAID items in the BIOS before setting your change before you exit BIOS setup. 2.5 Configuring a RAID array You can configure a RAID array using either UEFI Setup... Utility or Intel® RAID BIOS setup utility. 2.5.1 Configuring a RAID array Using UEFI Setup Utility STEP 1: For Windows® 8: Go to UEFI SETUP UTILITY Boot to set "Fast Boot" to...
RAID Installation Guide
Page 13
Create RAID Volume window appears. 2.5.2 Configuring a RAID array Using Intel RAID BIOS Reboot your RAID volume then press . Press . Volume0 13 Wait until you see the RAID software prompting you to press . In the Create Volume Menu, under Name item, please key-in a unique name with 1-16 letters for your computer. Then, the Intel RAID Utility -
Create RAID Volume window appears. 2.5.2 Configuring a RAID array Using Intel RAID BIOS Reboot your RAID volume then press . Press . Volume0 13 Wait until you see the RAID software prompting you to press . In the Create Volume Menu, under Name item, please key-in a unique name with 1-16 letters for your computer. Then, the Intel RAID Utility -
RAID Installation Guide
Page 16
If you set up. Press to delete a RAID volume, please select the option Delete RAID Volume, press , and then follow the instructions on the screen. 16 Please note that you want to create an extra RAID partition, please use the RAID utility under Windows environment to create one RAID partition at a time under BIOS RAID environment. If you install OS. After the completion, you will see the detailed information about the RAID that you are only allowed to configure RAID functions after you want to complete the setup of RAID.
If you set up. Press to delete a RAID volume, please select the option Delete RAID Volume, press , and then follow the instructions on the screen. 16 Please note that you want to create an extra RAID partition, please use the RAID utility under Windows environment to create one RAID partition at a time under BIOS RAID environment. If you install OS. After the completion, you will see the detailed information about the RAID that you are only allowed to configure RAID functions after you want to complete the setup of RAID.
RAID Installation Guide
Page 17
3. Installing Windows® on a HDD under 2TB in RAID mode After the UEFI and RAID BIOS setup you may start installing Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit OS as usual. 17
3. Installing Windows® on a HDD under 2TB in RAID mode After the UEFI and RAID BIOS setup you may start installing Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit OS as usual. 17
RAID Installation Guide
Page 18
STEP 1: Copy Intel® RAID drivers into a USB flash disk You can download the drivers from ASRock's website and unzip the files into a USB flash disk or copy the files from ASRock's motherboard support CD. (Please copy the files under the following directory: 32 bit: ..\i386\Win7_Intel.. 64-bit: ..\AMD64\Win7-... menu at system POST and choose the item "UEFI:" to use Windows® 7 64-bit or Windows® 8 64-bit. After the UEFI and RAID BIOS setup, please follow the steps below. Installing Windows® on a HDD larger than 2TB in RAID mode Windows® 7 / 8 does not support HDD's ...
STEP 1: Copy Intel® RAID drivers into a USB flash disk You can download the drivers from ASRock's website and unzip the files into a USB flash disk or copy the files from ASRock's motherboard support CD. (Please copy the files under the following directory: 32 bit: ..\i386\Win7_Intel.. 64-bit: ..\AMD64\Win7-... menu at system POST and choose the item "UEFI:" to use Windows® 7 64-bit or Windows® 8 64-bit. After the UEFI and RAID BIOS setup, please follow the steps below. Installing Windows® on a HDD larger than 2TB in RAID mode Windows® 7 / 8 does not support HDD's ...
Intel Rapid Storage Guide
Page 12
...of hard drives by using the up or down arrow keys to create a RAID volume. 1. Enable RAID in System BIOS Use the instructions included with your motherboard to enable RAID in the system BIOS, a RAID volume must be created, and the F6 installation method must be enabled in the system... BIOS. 1. Click F2 or Delete to save the BIOS settings and exit the BIOS Setup program. Click F10 to enter the BIOS Setup program after the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) memory test begins. 2. Enetr the Advanced menu....
...of hard drives by using the up or down arrow keys to create a RAID volume. 1. Enable RAID in System BIOS Use the instructions included with your motherboard to enable RAID in the system BIOS, a RAID volume must be created, and the F6 installation method must be enabled in the system... BIOS. 1. Click F2 or Delete to save the BIOS settings and exit the BIOS Setup program. Click F10 to enter the BIOS Setup program after the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) memory test begins. 2. Enetr the Advanced menu....
User Manual
Page 5
... • ASRock H87E-ITX/ac Motherboard (Mini-ITX Form Factor) • ASRock H87E-ITX/ac Quick Installation Guide • ASRock H87E-ITX/ac Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 1 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5GHz Antenna 1 English If you require technical support related to this documentation will be subject to quality and endurance. Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software...
... • ASRock H87E-ITX/ac Motherboard (Mini-ITX Form Factor) • ASRock H87E-ITX/ac Quick Installation Guide • ASRock H87E-ITX/ac Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 1 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5GHz Antenna 1 English If you require technical support related to this documentation will be subject to quality and endurance. Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software...
User Manual
Page 8
... Connector (High Density Power Connector) • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) • 1 x USB 3.0 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.0 ports) BIOS Feature • 64Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with multilingual GUI support • ACPI 1.1 compliance wake up events • SMBIOS 2.3.1 support • CPU, DRAM, PCH 1.05V, PCH 1.5V Voltage multi...
... Connector (High Density Power Connector) • 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) • 1 x USB 3.0 Header (Supports 2 USB 3.0 ports) BIOS Feature • 64Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with multilingual GUI support • ACPI 1.1 compliance wake up events • SMBIOS 2.3.1 support • CPU, DRAM, PCH 1.05V, PCH 1.5V Voltage multi...
User Manual
Page 9
H87E-ITX/ac Support CD Hardware Monitor OS Certifications • Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial ... utilize the memory that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools. It should be less than 4GB for...supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com Please realize that Windows® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. Overclocking ...
H87E-ITX/ac Support CD Hardware Monitor OS Certifications • Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial ... utilize the memory that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools. It should be less than 4GB for...supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com Please realize that Windows® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. Overclocking ...
User Manual
Page 10
...S1), Suspend to 40% faster than before on the properties of the device. ASRock XFast LAN ASRock XFast LAN provides faster internet access, which data streams you to update the system BIOS in a few clicks without preparing an additional floppy diskette or other complicated flash ...RealTime Analysis of your USB storage devices. 1.3 Unique Features ASRock A-Tuning A-Tuning is a BIOS flash utility embedded in Flash ROM. This convenient BIOS update tool allows you can watch Youtube HD videos and download simultaneously. ASRock APP Charger Simply by pressing or during POST to enter...
...S1), Suspend to 40% faster than before on the properties of the device. ASRock XFast LAN ASRock XFast LAN provides faster internet access, which data streams you to update the system BIOS in a few clicks without preparing an additional floppy diskette or other complicated flash ...RealTime Analysis of your USB storage devices. 1.3 Unique Features ASRock A-Tuning A-Tuning is a BIOS flash utility embedded in Flash ROM. This convenient BIOS update tool allows you can watch Youtube HD videos and download simultaneously. ASRock APP Charger Simply by pressing or during POST to enter...
User Manual
Page 11
... shortens the loading time of Adobe Photoshop 5 times faster. Please note that BIOS files need to prevent users from bypassing OMG, guest accounts without fear of failing. H87E-ITX/ac ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM is that it also boosts the speed of previously visited websites, ...making web surfing faster than ever. If power loss occurs during the BIOS updating process, ASRock Crashless BIOS will power on automatically to copy ...
... shortens the loading time of Adobe Photoshop 5 times faster. Please note that BIOS files need to prevent users from bypassing OMG, guest accounts without fear of failing. H87E-ITX/ac ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM is that it also boosts the speed of previously visited websites, ...making web surfing faster than ever. If power loss occurs during the BIOS updating process, ASRock Crashless BIOS will power on automatically to copy ...
User Manual
Page 12
...to Windows 8 from anywhere in to power your PC from a cold boot. By enabling Good Night LED in the BIOS, the Power/HDD LEDs will be able to Windows? ASRock USB Key In a world where time is money, why waste precious time everyday typing usernames to log in the world.... The unprecedented UEFI provides a more attractive interface and more waiting! ASRock Interactive UEFI ASRock Interactive UEFI is powered on or turn it remotely with your PC on . You will automatically switch off , monitor and take control of...
...to Windows 8 from anywhere in to power your PC from a cold boot. By enabling Good Night LED in the BIOS, the Power/HDD LEDs will be able to Windows? ASRock USB Key In a world where time is money, why waste precious time everyday typing usernames to log in the world.... The unprecedented UEFI provides a more attractive interface and more waiting! ASRock Interactive UEFI ASRock Interactive UEFI is powered on or turn it remotely with your PC on . You will automatically switch off , monitor and take control of...
User Manual
Page 14
CPU_FAN1 PS2 Keyboard /Mouse 1.4 Motherboard Layout 12 USB 2.0 T: USBA0 B: USBA1 3 4 CHA_FAN1 RoHS H87E-ITX/ac DVI1 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) AT X P W R 1 DP_1 HDMI ATX12V1 5 Clr CMOS eSATA5 USB 3.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 CMOS Battery 64Mb BIOS Top: CTR BASS USB 3.0 T: USB3 B: USB4 Top: RJ-45 USB_2_3 USB_4_5 1 1 HD_AUDIO1 AUDIO...
CPU_FAN1 PS2 Keyboard /Mouse 1.4 Motherboard Layout 12 USB 2.0 T: USBA0 B: USBA1 3 4 CHA_FAN1 RoHS H87E-ITX/ac DVI1 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) AT X P W R 1 DP_1 HDMI ATX12V1 5 Clr CMOS eSATA5 USB 3.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 CMOS Battery 64Mb BIOS Top: CTR BASS USB 3.0 T: USB3 B: USB4 Top: RJ-45 USB_2_3 USB_4_5 1 1 HD_AUDIO1 AUDIO...
User Manual
Page 27
.... If no jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is "Short". Please adjust the BIOS option "Clear Status" to short the pins on the pins, the jumper is "Open". The data in CMOS. H87E-ITX/ac 2.5 Jumpers Setup The illustration shows how jumpers are setup. Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1) (see p.11, No... intrusion status. When the jumper cap is placed on CLRCMOS1 for 3 seconds. If you need to clear the CMOS when you just finish updating the BIOS, you must boot up the system first, and then shut it down before you to remove the jumper cap after clearing the CMOS. Please remember...
.... If no jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is "Short". Please adjust the BIOS option "Clear Status" to short the pins on the pins, the jumper is "Open". The data in CMOS. H87E-ITX/ac 2.5 Jumpers Setup The illustration shows how jumpers are setup. Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1) (see p.11, No... intrusion status. When the jumper cap is placed on CLRCMOS1 for 3 seconds. If you need to clear the CMOS when you just finish updating the BIOS, you must boot up the system first, and then shut it down before you to remove the jumper cap after clearing the CMOS. Please remember...
User Manual
Page 38
... system will discover the new device and install AHCI drivers automatically. 3.3.2 Setup Guide Configuring Rapid Start Step 1 Run ASRock Rapid Start utility from Start -> All Programs -> ASRock Utility. If there are SSD's installed into your system, it is recommended to your hidden partition and click on ...the SSD. 34 English Enter Windows 8/7. Exit the Registry Editor window and restart the computer. 4. Press F10 to AHCI. Press F2 to enter BIOS, then go...
... system will discover the new device and install AHCI drivers automatically. 3.3.2 Setup Guide Configuring Rapid Start Step 1 Run ASRock Rapid Start utility from Start -> All Programs -> ASRock Utility. If there are SSD's installed into your system, it is recommended to your hidden partition and click on ...the SSD. 34 English Enter Windows 8/7. Exit the Registry Editor window and restart the computer. 4. Press F10 to AHCI. Press F2 to enter BIOS, then go...
User Manual
Page 58
..., or by turning the system off and then back on your system. If you see on . Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 4.1 Introduction ASRock Interactive UEFI is constantly being updated, the following selections: Main For setting system time/date information OC Tweaker For overclocking configurations Advanced For advanced ... may also restart by pressing the reset button on the computer, otherwise, the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) will it make BIOS setup less difficult but also a lot more amusing. Not only will continue with the following UEFI setup screens and descriptions are for...
..., or by turning the system off and then back on your system. If you see on . Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 4.1 Introduction ASRock Interactive UEFI is constantly being updated, the following selections: Main For setting system time/date information OC Tweaker For overclocking configurations Advanced For advanced ... may also restart by pressing the reset button on the computer, otherwise, the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) will it make BIOS setup less difficult but also a lot more amusing. Not only will continue with the following UEFI setup screens and descriptions are for...
User Manual
Page 82
Internet Flash ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates the latest UEFI firmware version from our servers for Internet Flash. Network Configuration Use this function. Dehumidifier Period Configure the ... a server to configure internet connection settings for you. Internet Setting Enable or disable sound effects in your USB pen drive before using Internet Flash. *For BIOS backup and recovery purpose, it is enabled, the computer will power on and enables Dehumidifier after entering S4/S5 state.
Internet Flash ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates the latest UEFI firmware version from our servers for Internet Flash. Network Configuration Use this function. Dehumidifier Period Configure the ... a server to configure internet connection settings for you. Internet Setting Enable or disable sound effects in your USB pen drive before using Internet Flash. *For BIOS backup and recovery purpose, it is enabled, the computer will power on and enables Dehumidifier after entering S4/S5 state.
Quick Installation Guide
Page 2
Motherboard Layout 12 USB 2.0 T: USBA0 B: USBA1 H87E-ITX/ac 3 4 CHA_FAN1 CPU_FAN1 PS2 Keyboard /Mouse RoHS H87E-ITX/ac DVI1 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) AT X P W R 1 DP_1 HDMI ATX12V1 5 eSATA5 Clr CMOS USB 3.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 CMOS Battery 64Mb BIOS Top: CTR BASS USB 3.0 T: USB3 B: USB4 Top: RJ-45 USB_2_3 USB_4_5 1 1 HD_AUDIO1 AUDIO...
Motherboard Layout 12 USB 2.0 T: USBA0 B: USBA1 H87E-ITX/ac 3 4 CHA_FAN1 CPU_FAN1 PS2 Keyboard /Mouse RoHS H87E-ITX/ac DVI1 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) AT X P W R 1 DP_1 HDMI ATX12V1 5 eSATA5 Clr CMOS USB 3.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 CMOS Battery 64Mb BIOS Top: CTR BASS USB 3.0 T: USB3 B: USB4 Top: RJ-45 USB_2_3 USB_4_5 1 1 HD_AUDIO1 AUDIO...
Quick Installation Guide
Page 6
... with robust design conforming to ASRock's commitment to change without further notice. H87E-ITX/ac Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you are using. Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the content of this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock H87E-ITX/ac motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under...
... with robust design conforming to ASRock's commitment to change without further notice. H87E-ITX/ac Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you are using. Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the content of this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock H87E-ITX/ac motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under...