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...may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 1.1 Package Contents 1 x ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.2-in, 24.4 cm x 20.8 cm) 1 x ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Quick Installation Guide 1 x ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Support CD 1 x Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE .... Chapter 3 and 4 contain the configuration guide to quality and endurance. Introduction Thank you for purchasing ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. 1.
...may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 1.1 Package Contents 1 x ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.2-in, 24.4 cm x 20.8 cm) 1 x ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Quick Installation Guide 1 x ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Support CD 1 x Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE .... Chapter 3 and 4 contain the configuration guide to quality and endurance. Introduction Thank you for purchasing ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. 1.
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... damages (including damages for loss of profits, loss of business, loss of data, interruption of business and the like), even if ASRock has been advised of the possibility of such damages arising from any defect or error in this guide are used only for backup purpose...Part 15 of the FCC Rules. With respect to the contents of this guide, ASRock does not provide warranty of any errors or omissions that may cause undesired operation. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may...
... damages (including damages for loss of profits, loss of business, loss of data, interruption of business and the like), even if ASRock has been advised of the possibility of such damages arising from any defect or error in this guide are used only for backup purpose...Part 15 of the FCC Rules. With respect to the contents of this guide, ASRock does not provide warranty of any errors or omissions that may cause undesired operation. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may...
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...) 26 Serial Port Connector (COM1) 13 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER 1) 27 754-Pin CPU Socket 14 Infrared Module Header (IR1) 28 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 2 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard
...) 26 Serial Port Connector (COM1) 13 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER 1) 27 754-Pin CPU Socket 14 Infrared Module Header (IR1) 28 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 2 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard
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... Speaker Jack". See the table below for Audio Output Connection Audio Output Channels Front Speaker Rear Speaker Central / Bass (No. 7) (No. 4) (No. 5) 2 V -- -- 4 V V -- 6 V V V 8 V V V Side Speaker (No. 3) ---V 3 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English TABLE for connection details in accordance with the type of speaker you use .
... Speaker Jack". See the table below for Audio Output Connection Audio Output Channels Front Speaker Rear Speaker Central / Bass (No. 7) (No. 4) (No. 5) 2 V -- -- 4 V V -- 6 V V V 8 V V V Side Speaker (No. 3) ---V 3 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English TABLE for connection details in accordance with the type of speaker you use .
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... (SATA) HDD Power Cable (Optional) 1 x HD 8CH I/O Shield 1 x COM Port Bracket 1 x HDMR Card (Optional) 4 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 1.1 Package Contents 1 x ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.2-in, 24.4 cm x 20.8 cm) 1 x ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Quick Installation Guide 1 x ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Support CD 1 x Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable (80-conductor) 1 x 3.5-in the...
... (SATA) HDD Power Cable (Optional) 1 x HD 8CH I/O Shield 1 x COM Port Bracket 1 x HDMR Card (Optional) 4 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 1.1 Package Contents 1 x ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.2-in, 24.4 cm x 20.8 cm) 1 x ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Quick Installation Guide 1 x ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Support CD 1 x Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable (80-conductor) 1 x 3.5-in the...
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... AMD's Cool 'n' QuietTM Technology (see CAUTION 3) - Max. CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 1) - Boot Failure Guard (B.F.G.) - 2 x PCI slots - 1 x PCI Express Graphics slot (see CAUTION 6) English 5 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard HD Audio Jack: Side Speaker/Rear Speaker/Central/Bass/ Line in , 24.4 cm x 20.8 cm - Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.2-in /Front Speaker/Microphone...
... AMD's Cool 'n' QuietTM Technology (see CAUTION 3) - Max. CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 1) - Boot Failure Guard (B.F.G.) - 2 x PCI slots - 1 x PCI Express Graphics slot (see CAUTION 6) English 5 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard HD Audio Jack: Side Speaker/Rear Speaker/Central/Bass/ Line in , 24.4 cm x 20.8 cm - Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.2-in /Front Speaker/Microphone...
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.../XP/XP 64-bit/VistaTM/ VistaTM 64-bit compliant (see CAUTION 8) - 4Mb AMI BIOS - We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking. English 6 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version) - CPU/Chassis FAN connector - 20 pin ATX power connector - 4 pin 12V power connector - Front panel audio connector - 2 x USB...
.../XP/XP 64-bit/VistaTM/ VistaTM 64-bit compliant (see CAUTION 8) - 4Mb AMI BIOS - We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking. English 6 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version) - CPU/Chassis FAN connector - 20 pin ATX power connector - 4 pin 12V power connector - Front panel audio connector - 2 x USB...
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... CPU. 4. Please read the "SATAII Hard Disk Setup Guide" on page 3 for details. 3. For microphone input, this motherboard supports 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel modes. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 7 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English See APPENDIX on updating now.
... CPU. 4. Please read the "SATAII Hard Disk Setup Guide" on page 3 for details. 3. For microphone input, this motherboard supports 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel modes. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 7 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English See APPENDIX on updating now.
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... memory size above 512MB and plan to submit Windows® VistaTM Basic logo, please adjust the shared memory size of onboard VGA to 64MB. English 8 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard 1.3 Minimum Hardware Requirement Table for minimum hardware requirement.
... memory size above 512MB and plan to submit Windows® VistaTM Basic logo, please adjust the shared memory size of onboard VGA to 64MB. English 8 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard 1.3 Minimum Hardware Requirement Table for minimum hardware requirement.
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... above the socket such that comes with a small triangle. When placing screws into the socket to secure the CPU. When the CPU is locked. English 9 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to the instruction manuals of the pins. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits...
... above the socket such that comes with a small triangle. When placing screws into the socket to secure the CPU. When the CPU is locked. English 9 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to the instruction manuals of the pins. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits...
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Step 3. 2.2 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard is properly seated. 10 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English Firmly insert the DIMM into the slot at both ends fully snap back in one correct orientation. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the ...
Step 3. 2.2 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard is properly seated. 10 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English Firmly insert the DIMM into the slot at both ends fully snap back in one correct orientation. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the ...
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... have the 32-bit PCI interface. Step 3. Replace the system cover. 11 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English Step 4. PCIE2 (PCIE x1 slot) is used to insert an ASRock HDMR card with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on K8NF6G-VSTA motherboard. you start the installation. PCIE Slots: PCIE1 (PCI Express Graphics...
... have the 32-bit PCI interface. Step 3. Replace the system cover. 11 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English Step 4. PCIE2 (PCIE x1 slot) is used to insert an ASRock HDMR card with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on K8NF6G-VSTA motherboard. you start the installation. PCIE Slots: PCIE1 (PCI Express Graphics...
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... details. 2. Enter "Share Memory" option to adjust the memory capability to [16MB], [32MB], [64MB], [128MB], or [256MB] to your card, one , two, and three. 12 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English Select the display icon identified by the number one monitor will always be Primary, and all additional monitors will disable onboard VGA/D-Sub...
... details. 2. Enter "Share Memory" option to adjust the memory capability to [16MB], [32MB], [64MB], [128MB], or [256MB] to your card, one , two, and three. 12 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English Select the display icon identified by the number one monitor will always be Primary, and all additional monitors will disable onboard VGA/D-Sub...
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... you do not clear the CMOS right after you would like to use a jumper cap to short pin2 and pin3 on these 2 pins. English 13 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard 6. The placement of your monitors that you update the BIOS. Short Open Jumper Setting PS2_USB_PW1 Short pin2, pin3 to default setup, please turn off...
... you do not clear the CMOS right after you would like to use a jumper cap to short pin2 and pin3 on these 2 pins. English 13 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard 6. The placement of your monitors that you update the BIOS. Short Open Jumper Setting PS2_USB_PW1 Short pin2, pin3 to default setup, please turn off...
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... can be connected to Pin1 Note: Make sure the red-striped side of the cable is plugged into Pin1 side of the power supply. 14 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English Serial ATA (SATA) Power Cable (Optional) connect to the SATA HDD power connector connect to the power supply Please connect the black end...
... can be connected to Pin1 Note: Make sure the red-striped side of the cable is plugged into Pin1 side of the power supply. 14 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English Serial ATA (SATA) Power Cable (Optional) connect to the SATA HDD power connector connect to the power supply Please connect the black end...
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... Panel Control option from sound sources such as below: A. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are two USB 2.0 headers on the chassis must support HDA to [Enabled]. 15 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on this motherboard. C. B. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to the...
... Panel Control option from sound sources such as below: A. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are two USB 2.0 headers on the chassis must support HDA to [Enabled]. 15 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on this motherboard. C. B. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to the...
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... connect the CPU fan 4 cable to this connector. ATX 12V Power Connector Please note that it to do so will cause power up failure. 16 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English If you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on the lower right hand taskbar to this connector...
... connect the CPU fan 4 cable to this connector. ATX 12V Power Connector Please note that it to do so will cause power up failure. 16 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English If you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on the lower right hand taskbar to this connector...
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English 17 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard This COM1 header supports a serial port module. Game Port Header (15-pin GAME1) (see p.2 No. 17) Serial port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.2 No.26) Connect a Game cable to this header if the Game port bracket is installed.
English 17 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard This COM1 header supports a serial port module. Game Port Header (15-pin GAME1) (see p.2 No. 17) Serial port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.2 No.26) Connect a Game cable to this header if the Game port bracket is installed.
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... If pin 3 and pin 4 are shorted, SATA 1.5Gb/s will be the same. HITACHI Please use the Feature Tool, a DOS-bootable tool, for the updates. 18 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English Please visit the vendors' website for changing various ATA features. 2.7 SATAII Hard Disk Setup Guide Before installing SATAII hard disk to SATAII mode...
... If pin 3 and pin 4 are shorted, SATA 1.5Gb/s will be the same. HITACHI Please use the Feature Tool, a DOS-bootable tool, for the updates. 18 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English Please visit the vendors' website for changing various ATA features. 2.7 SATAII Hard Disk Setup Guide Before installing SATAII hard disk to SATAII mode...
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... can be auto-detected and listed on this motherboard for SATA / SATAII Devices. STEP 4: Connect the other end of your system can work properly. 19 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English If SATA / SATAII HDDs are NOT set for RAID configuration, it is called "Hot Plug" for the action to your chassis. NOTE What...
... can be auto-detected and listed on this motherboard for SATA / SATAII Devices. STEP 4: Connect the other end of your system can work properly. 19 ASRock K8NF6G-VSTA Motherboard English If SATA / SATAII HDDs are NOT set for RAID configuration, it is called "Hot Plug" for the action to your chassis. NOTE What...