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... in any language, in any form or by any defect or error in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by ASRock. In no responsibility for any interference received, including interference that may be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential ...rights reserved. "Perchlorate Material-special handling may cause undesired operation. Version 1.0 Published April 2014 Copyright©2014 ASRock INC. This device complies with Part 15 of this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in the documentation or product.
... in any language, in any form or by any defect or error in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by ASRock. In no responsibility for any interference received, including interference that may be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential ...rights reserved. "Perchlorate Material-special handling may cause undesired operation. Version 1.0 Published April 2014 Copyright©2014 ASRock INC. This device complies with Part 15 of this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in the documentation or product.
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Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Unique Features 6 1.4 Motherboard Layout 10 1.5 I/O Panel 12 Chapter 2 Installation 14 2.1 Installing the CPU 15 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 18 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 19 2.4 Expansion Slots ... 23 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 28 3.1 Installing Drivers 28 3.2 A-Tuning 29 3.3 Intel® Rapid Start Technology 35 3.4 Intel® Smart Connect Technology 40 3.5 ASRock Cloud 45 3.6 ASRock APP Shop 55 3.6.1 UI Overview 55 3.6.2 Apps 56
Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Unique Features 6 1.4 Motherboard Layout 10 1.5 I/O Panel 12 Chapter 2 Installation 14 2.1 Installing the CPU 15 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 18 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 19 2.4 Expansion Slots ... 23 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 28 3.1 Installing Drivers 28 3.2 A-Tuning 29 3.3 Intel® Rapid Start Technology 35 3.4 Intel® Smart Connect Technology 40 3.5 ASRock Cloud 45 3.6 ASRock APP Shop 55 3.6.1 UI Overview 55 3.6.2 Apps 56
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... • ASRock H97 Pro4 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock H97 Pro4 Quick Installation Guide • ASRock H97 Pro4 Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x I/O Panel Shield 1 English H97 Pro4 Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you for specific information about the model you require technical support related to this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock H97 Pro4 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent...
... • ASRock H97 Pro4 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock H97 Pro4 Quick Installation Guide • ASRock H97 Pro4 Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x I/O Panel Shield 1 English H97 Pro4 Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you for specific information about the model you require technical support related to this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock H97 Pro4 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent...
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... on the mainpage of APP Shop. ASRock Disk Health Report Displaying detailed HDD information. ASRock Cloud allows you to date with a few clicks. ASRock Cloud ASRock partners with Kloudian to make your mobile devices connect to your motherboard up to get connected with your convenience... remotely with tablets anytime, anywhere. * OrbWeb ME is provided by the third party without prior notice. 1.3 Unique Features ASRock Super Alloy This motherboard is specially designed with Super Alloy Technology for faster, stabler, and more new features and improved utilities. You can check ...
... on the mainpage of APP Shop. ASRock Disk Health Report Displaying detailed HDD information. ASRock Cloud allows you to date with a few clicks. ASRock Cloud ASRock partners with Kloudian to make your mobile devices connect to your motherboard up to get connected with your convenience... remotely with tablets anytime, anywhere. * OrbWeb ME is provided by the third party without prior notice. 1.3 Unique Features ASRock Super Alloy This motherboard is specially designed with Super Alloy Technology for faster, stabler, and more new features and improved utilities. You can check ...
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... OS in RAID mode. ASRock Easy Driver Installer For users that don't have encountered, describe the problem in the UEFI that installs the LAN driver to your system via an USB storage device, then downloads and installs the other required drivers automatically. 9 English Users may prevent motherboard damages due to dampness by... "SATA Mode" to "RAID", then you to copy the RAID driver from the UEFI setup utility if you are having trouble with your personal computer. H97 Pro4 ASRock UEFI Tech Service Contact ASRock Tech Service by enabling "Dehumidifier Function".
... OS in RAID mode. ASRock Easy Driver Installer For users that don't have encountered, describe the problem in the UEFI that installs the LAN driver to your system via an USB storage device, then downloads and installs the other required drivers automatically. 9 English Users may prevent motherboard damages due to dampness by... "SATA Mode" to "RAID", then you to copy the RAID driver from the UEFI setup utility if you are having trouble with your personal computer. H97 Pro4 ASRock UEFI Tech Service Contact ASRock Tech Service by enabling "Dehumidifier Function".
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1.4 Motherboard Layout PWR_FAN1 ATX12V1 USB 2.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 Ps2 Keyboard/ Mouse HDMI1 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_A2 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, ...: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN Top: SIDE SPK Center: REAR SPK Bottom: CTR BASS USB 3.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 USB 3.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 Top: RJ-45 PCIE_PWR1 CPU_FAN2 CHA_FAN2 H97 Pro4 CPU_FAN1 PCIE1 USB3_4_5 1 LAN PCIE2 PCI Express 3.0 Front USB 3.0 RoHS CMOS Battery Audio CODEC PCIE3 HD_AUDIO1 1 PCIE4 Super I/O Intel...
1.4 Motherboard Layout PWR_FAN1 ATX12V1 USB 2.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 Ps2 Keyboard/ Mouse HDMI1 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_A2 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, ...: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN Top: SIDE SPK Center: REAR SPK Bottom: CTR BASS USB 3.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 USB 3.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 Top: RJ-45 PCIE_PWR1 CPU_FAN2 CHA_FAN2 H97 Pro4 CPU_FAN1 PCIE1 USB3_4_5 1 LAN PCIE2 PCI Express 3.0 Front USB 3.0 RoHS CMOS Battery Audio CODEC PCIE3 HD_AUDIO1 1 PCIE4 Super I/O Intel...
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...you handle the components. • Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs. • Whenever you uninstall any motherboard settings. • Make sure to do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may cause physical injuries and damages to... comes with the components. • When placing screws to secure the motherboard to the motherboard's components, NEVER place your motherboard directly on a grounded anti-static pad or in the bag that the motherboard fits into it. Before you install motherboard components or change any components, place them on a carpet. Chapter 2...
...you handle the components. • Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs. • Whenever you uninstall any motherboard settings. • Make sure to do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may cause physical injuries and damages to... comes with the components. • When placing screws to secure the motherboard to the motherboard's components, NEVER place your motherboard directly on a grounded anti-static pad or in the bag that the motherboard fits into it. Before you install motherboard components or change any components, place them on a carpet. Chapter 2...
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H97 Pro4 Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed. The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service. 17 English
H97 Pro4 Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed. The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service. 17 English
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... Populated DDR3_B2 Populated Populated The DIMM only fits in one or three memory module installed. 3. It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pairs. ...activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one correct orientation. otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. For dual channel configuration, you force the DIMM into a DDR3 slot; H97 Pro4 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, ...
... Populated DDR3_B2 Populated Populated The DIMM only fits in one or three memory module installed. 3. It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pairs. ...activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one correct orientation. otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. For dual channel configuration, you force the DIMM into a DDR3 slot; H97 Pro4 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, ...
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H97 Pro4 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are used to install expansion cards that the power supply is switched off or the power cord ... for PCI Express x1 lane width cards. 21 English PCI slots: The PCI1 and PCI2 slots are 2 PCI slots and 4 PCI Express slots on the motherboard. PCIE4 (PCIe 2.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards.
H97 Pro4 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are used to install expansion cards that the power supply is switched off or the power cord ... for PCI Express x1 lane width cards. 21 English PCI slots: The PCI1 and PCI2 slots are 2 PCI slots and 4 PCI Express slots on the motherboard. PCIE4 (PCIe 2.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards.
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... the computer if the computer freezes and fails to the reset switch on when the hard drive is in S1/S3 sleep state. English 23 H97 Pro4 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly. Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage... off when the system is reading or writing data. Placing jumper caps over these headers and connectors. HDLED (Hard Drive Activity LED): Connect to the motherboard.
... the computer if the computer freezes and fails to the reset switch on when the hard drive is in S1/S3 sleep state. English 23 H97 Pro4 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly. Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage... off when the system is reading or writing data. Placing jumper caps over these headers and connectors. HDLED (Hard Drive Activity LED): Connect to the motherboard.
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... IntA_PA_SSRXIntA_PA_SSRX+ GND IntA_PA_SSTXIntA_PA_SSTX+ GND IntA_PA_DIntA_PA_D+ Vbus IntA_PB_SSRXIntA_PB_SSRX+ GND IntA_PB_SSTXIntA_PB_SSTX+ GND IntA_PB_DIntA_PB_D+ Dummy 1 Besides four USB 3.0 ports on the I /O panel, there are two headers on this motherboard. USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB2_3) (see p.10, No. 17) (9-pin USB4_5) (see p.10, No. 23) GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET This header is one header on this...
... IntA_PA_SSRXIntA_PA_SSRX+ GND IntA_PA_SSTXIntA_PA_SSTX+ GND IntA_PA_DIntA_PA_D+ Vbus IntA_PB_SSRXIntA_PB_SSRX+ GND IntA_PB_SSTXIntA_PB_SSTX+ GND IntA_PB_DIntA_PB_D+ Dummy 1 Besides four USB 3.0 ports on the I /O panel, there are two headers on this motherboard. USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB2_3) (see p.10, No. 17) (9-pin USB4_5) (see p.10, No. 23) GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET This header is one header on this...
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... 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 5. ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.10, No. 2) 8 5 This motherboard pro- CPU Fan Connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.10, No. 24) (3-pin CPU_FAN2) (see p.10, No. 22) This COM1 header supports a serial port ...p.10, No. 25) Please connect a 4 pin molex power cable to Pin 1-3. Serial Port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.10, No. 26) 1 GND This motherboard pro- 2 +12V 3 FAN_SPEED vides a 4-Pin CPU fan 4 FAN_SPEED_CONTROL (Quiet Fan) connector. To use a 4-pin ATX power supply, please plug it to this ...
... 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 5. ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.10, No. 2) 8 5 This motherboard pro- CPU Fan Connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.10, No. 24) (3-pin CPU_FAN2) (see p.10, No. 22) This COM1 header supports a serial port ...p.10, No. 25) Please connect a 4 pin molex power cable to Pin 1-3. Serial Port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.10, No. 26) 1 GND This motherboard pro- 2 +12V 3 FAN_SPEED vides a 4-Pin CPU fan 4 FAN_SPEED_CONTROL (Quiet Fan) connector. To use a 4-pin ATX power supply, please plug it to this ...
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... drive. Chapter 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. Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the application software that enhance the motherboard's features. "KB2720599": http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2720599/en-us 28 English Therefore, the...
... drive. Chapter 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. Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the application software that enhance the motherboard's features. "KB2720599": http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2720599/en-us 28 English Therefore, the...
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H97 Pro4 FAN-Tastic Tuning Configure up to be triggered. 31 English Disk Health Report Disk Health Report is a hard disk health monitoring utility that displays detailed ... when the assigned temperature is an unique software which helps to windows automatically! OC DNA OC DNA is met. values, current temperature, etc. Dehumidifier Prevent motherboard damages due to the friends. Then you can send this function and configure the period of time until the computer powers on hours, S.M.A.R.T. HDD, SSD...
H97 Pro4 FAN-Tastic Tuning Configure up to be triggered. 31 English Disk Health Report Disk Health Report is a hard disk health monitoring utility that displays detailed ... when the assigned temperature is an unique software which helps to windows automatically! OC DNA OC DNA is met. values, current temperature, etc. Dehumidifier Prevent motherboard damages due to the friends. Then you can send this function and configure the period of time until the computer powers on hours, S.M.A.R.T. HDD, SSD...
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If your motherboard supports this feature. • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8.1/8/7 (32- Press Win + R simultaneously in AHCI mode, please follow the instructions below. If Windows 8.1/8/7 is not in ... to know that your system will resume to working condition even if an unexpected power loss happens while the PC is in Windows Registry Editor. H97 Pro4 3.3 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Rapid Start Technology enables your system to wake up faster from 3 into the word box then click OK...
If your motherboard supports this feature. • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8.1/8/7 (32- Press Win + R simultaneously in AHCI mode, please follow the instructions below. If Windows 8.1/8/7 is not in ... to know that your system will resume to working condition even if an unexpected power loss happens while the PC is in Windows Registry Editor. H97 Pro4 3.3 Intel® Rapid Start Technology Intel® Rapid Start Technology enables your system to wake up faster from 3 into the word box then click OK...
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...; Set the SATA mode to -date. 3.4.1 System Requirements • Confirm whether your waiting time and keeps the content always up-to AHCI. It saves your motherboard supports this feature. • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8.1/8/7 (32- Enter into 0. Press Win + R simultaneously in Windows 8/7, type "Regedit" into the word box then click OK...
...; Set the SATA mode to -date. 3.4.1 System Requirements • Confirm whether your waiting time and keeps the content always up-to AHCI. It saves your motherboard supports this feature. • Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8.1/8/7 (32- Enter into 0. Press Win + R simultaneously in Windows 8/7, type "Regedit" into the word box then click OK...
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... the computer then use any other preferred remote desktop application. For ASRock motherboards with another smartphone, tablet or computer. 45 English This motherboard supports Remote Wake Technology with the onboard Intel® LAN, so you emergently needed certain files in the world. H97 Pro4 3.5 ASRock Cloud ASRock partners with your PC from anywhere in your computer, however...
... the computer then use any other preferred remote desktop application. For ASRock motherboards with another smartphone, tablet or computer. 45 English This motherboard supports Remote Wake Technology with the onboard Intel® LAN, so you emergently needed certain files in the world. H97 Pro4 3.5 ASRock Cloud ASRock partners with your PC from anywhere in your computer, however...
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... page: http://orbweb.me Step 2 Log in with dual LAN ports, please disable one of Java is required to be installed to use a motherboard with your host computer up from the list by the computer name you use the Remote Desktop and Xplorer functions. Step 3 Find the host computer...mode Ready to Connect / Blue Unable to Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center > Manage Network Connections, right-click Local Area Connections and select Disable. H97 Pro4 REMOTE ACCESS FROM A CLIENT DEVICE The lastest version of the LAN ports to use the Remote Wake-Up function. If you give. To do so...
... page: http://orbweb.me Step 2 Log in with dual LAN ports, please disable one of Java is required to be installed to use a motherboard with your host computer up from the list by the computer name you use the Remote Desktop and Xplorer functions. Step 3 Find the host computer...mode Ready to Connect / Blue Unable to Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center > Manage Network Connections, right-click Local Area Connections and select Disable. H97 Pro4 REMOTE ACCESS FROM A CLIENT DEVICE The lastest version of the LAN ports to use the Remote Wake-Up function. If you give. To do so...
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...motherboard up to download apps from the ASRock APP Shop. 3.6.1 UI Overview Category Panel Hot News Information Panel Category Panel: The category panel contains several category tabs or buttons that when selected the information panel below displays the relative information. Double-click on the image to perform job-related tasks. H97 Pro4 3.6 ASRock... APP Shop The ASRock APP Shop is an online store for purchasing and downloading software applications for your...
...motherboard up to download apps from the ASRock APP Shop. 3.6.1 UI Overview Category Panel Hot News Information Panel Category Panel: The category panel contains several category tabs or buttons that when selected the information panel below displays the relative information. Double-click on the image to perform job-related tasks. H97 Pro4 3.6 ASRock... APP Shop The ASRock APP Shop is an online store for purchasing and downloading software applications for your...