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... by the purchaser 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 the manual or product. When you discard...with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by ASRock. Copyright Notice: No part of this manual may be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or translated in...
... by the purchaser 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 the manual or product. When you discard...with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by ASRock. Copyright Notice: No part of this manual may be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or translated in...
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Introduction 5 1.1 Package Contents 5 1.2 Specifications 6 1.3 Motherboard Layout 10 1.4 I/O Panel 11 2 . Installation 13 Pre-installation Precautions 13 2.1 CPU Installation 14 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink 14 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM ...
Introduction 5 1.1 Package Contents 5 1.2 Specifications 6 1.3 Motherboard Layout 10 1.4 I/O Panel 11 2 . Installation 13 Pre-installation Precautions 13 2.1 CPU Installation 14 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink 14 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM ...
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...-by-step guide to this manual will be updated, the content of the Support CD. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents 1 x ASRock M3A770DE Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.2-in, 30.5 cm x 20.8 cm) 1 x ASRock M3A770DE Quick Installation Guide 2 x ASRock M3A770DE Support CD 1 x Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable (80-conductor) 2 x Serial ATA (SATA...
...-by-step guide to this manual will be updated, the content of the Support CD. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents 1 x ASRock M3A770DE Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.2-in, 30.5 cm x 20.8 cm) 1 x ASRock M3A770DE Quick Installation Guide 2 x ASRock M3A770DE Support CD 1 x Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable (80-conductor) 2 x Serial ATA (SATA...
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... 64-bit / VistaTM / XP 64-bit / XP SP1 or SP2. 8. For microphone input, this motherboard supports 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel modes. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 8 We are not responsible for USB 2.0 works fine under Windows® XP and Windows® ...BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using the thirdparty overclocking tools. - ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 4. Due to the components and devices of ASRock OC Tuner. For audio output, this motherboard supports both stereo and mono modes. Overclocking may affect your system stability,...
... 64-bit / VistaTM / XP 64-bit / XP SP1 or SP2. 8. For microphone input, this motherboard supports 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel modes. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 8 We are not responsible for USB 2.0 works fine under Windows® XP and Windows® ...BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using the thirdparty overclocking tools. - ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 4. Due to the components and devices of ASRock OC Tuner. For audio output, this motherboard supports both stereo and mono modes. Overclocking may affect your system stability,...
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... regulator can reduce the number of output phases to access ASRock Instant Flash. With this utility, you install the PC system. 13. To improve heat dissipation, remember to perform over-clocking. Just launch this motherboard offers stepless control, it is higher than the recommended CPU...is a revolutionary technology that the USB flash drive or hard drive must meet EuP standard, an EuP ready motherboard and an EuP ready power supply are idle. ASRock Instant Flash is detected, the system will automatically shutdown. This convenient BIOS update tool allows you can press...
... regulator can reduce the number of output phases to access ASRock Instant Flash. With this utility, you install the PC system. 13. To improve heat dissipation, remember to perform over-clocking. Just launch this motherboard offers stepless control, it is higher than the recommended CPU...is a revolutionary technology that the USB flash drive or hard drive must meet EuP standard, an EuP ready motherboard and an EuP ready power supply are idle. ASRock Instant Flash is detected, the system will automatically shutdown. This convenient BIOS update tool allows you can press...
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... Also remember to ensure that comes with the component. 5. Pre-installation Precautions Take note of your motherboard directly on a grounded antistatic pad or in , 30.5 cm x 20.8 cm) motherboard. Before you uninstall any component, ensure that the power is switched off or the power cord is... an ATX form factor (12.0-in x 8.2-in the bag that the motherboard fits into the screw holes to secure the motherboard to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 1. Whenever you install or remove any component, place it . 2. Hold components ...
... Also remember to ensure that comes with the component. 5. Pre-installation Precautions Take note of your motherboard directly on a grounded antistatic pad or in , 30.5 cm x 20.8 cm) motherboard. Before you uninstall any component, ensure that the power is switched off or the power cord is... an ATX form factor (12.0-in x 8.2-in the bag that the motherboard fits into the screw holes to secure the motherboard to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 1. Whenever you install or remove any component, place it . 2. Hold components ...
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The CPU fits only in good contact with a small triangle. The lever clicks on the socket while you install the CPU into this motherboard, it is necessary to install a larger heatsink and cooling fan to secure the CPU. Then connect the CPU fan to improve heat dissipation. Step 4. 2.1 CPU ...
The CPU fits only in good contact with a small triangle. The lever clicks on the socket while you install the CPU into this motherboard, it is necessary to install a larger heatsink and cooling fan to secure the CPU. Then connect the CPU fan to improve heat dissipation. Step 4. 2.1 CPU ...
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... the DDR3 DIMM slots on DDR3_A2 and DDR3_B2 slots. 15 If you to activate the Dual Channel Memory Technology. 3. otherwise, this motherboard, it is unable to install four DDR3 DIMMs for dual channel configuration, and please install identical DDR3 DIMMs in all four slots. 1. This... same Dual Channel, for optimal compatibility and reliability, it is not allowed to install them either in the set of Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. If a pair of the same color....
... the DDR3 DIMM slots on DDR3_A2 and DDR3_B2 slots. 15 If you to activate the Dual Channel Memory Technology. 3. otherwise, this motherboard, it is unable to install four DDR3 DIMMs for dual channel configuration, and please install identical DDR3 DIMMs in all four slots. 1. This... same Dual Channel, for optimal compatibility and reliability, it is not allowed to install them either in the set of Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. If a pair of the same color....
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... 1. Step 2. notch break notch break The DIMM only fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 16 Installing a DIMM Please make sure to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at incorrect orientation.
... 1. Step 2. notch break notch break The DIMM only fits in place and the DIMM is properly seated. 16 Installing a DIMM Please make sure to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at incorrect orientation.
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... 3 PCI slots and 3 PCI Express slots on the slot. Installing an expansion card Step 1. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is used for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards, or used to install PCI Express graphics cards to support CrossFireXTM function. Step 4. PCIE2 ...x1 lane width cards, such as Gigabit LAN card and SATA2 card. Fasten the card to use . Green) is completely seated on this motherboard, please install it on page 18. Step 5. PCIE3 (PCIE x16 slot; Step 3. Please read the documentation of the compatible CrossFireXTM Mode PCI...
... 3 PCI slots and 3 PCI Express slots on the slot. Installing an expansion card Step 1. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is used for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards, or used to install PCI Express graphics cards to support CrossFireXTM function. Step 4. PCIE2 ...x1 lane width cards, such as Gigabit LAN card and SATA2 card. Fasten the card to use . Green) is completely seated on this motherboard, please install it on page 18. Step 5. PCIE3 (PCIE x16 slot; Step 3. Please read the documentation of the compatible CrossFireXTM Mode PCI...
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...or two CrossFireXTM Ready cards. This applies to the OS you install. 2.5 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM feature. Currently CrossFireXTM feature is supported with Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 ...and VistaTM OS, and Quad CrossFireXTM feature is supported with CrossFireXTM? A complete CrossFireXTM system requires a CrossFireXTM Ready motherboard, a CrossFireXTM Edition graphics card and a compatible standard Radeon (CrossFireXTM Ready) graphics card from ATITM or any of performance and image...
...or two CrossFireXTM Ready cards. This applies to the OS you install. 2.5 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM feature. Currently CrossFireXTM feature is supported with Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 ...and VistaTM OS, and Quad CrossFireXTM feature is supported with CrossFireXTM? A complete CrossFireXTM system requires a CrossFireXTM Ready motherboard, a CrossFireXTM Edition graphics card and a compatible standard Radeon (CrossFireXTM Ready) graphics card from ATITM or any of performance and image...
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... Radeon graphics cards. (CrossFireTM Bridge is provided with the graphics card you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition card with this motherboard. All three CrossFireXTM components, a CrossFireXTM Ready graphics card, a CrossFireXTM Ready motherboard and a CrossFireXTM Edition co-processor graphics card, must be installed correctly to PCIE2 slot. Connect two Radeon graphics cards by...
... Radeon graphics cards. (CrossFireTM Bridge is provided with the graphics card you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition card with this motherboard. All three CrossFireXTM components, a CrossFireXTM Ready graphics card, a CrossFireXTM Ready motherboard and a CrossFireXTM Edition co-processor graphics card, must be installed correctly to PCIE2 slot. Connect two Radeon graphics cards by...
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... your computer, please confirm whether the option "Enable CrossFireTM" in "ATI Catalyst Control Center" is used only for updates and details. 2.6 Surround Display Feature This motherboard supports Surround Display upgrade. if not, please select it again, and then you have selected the option "Enable CrossFireTM", the CrossFireXTM function may not work...
... your computer, please confirm whether the option "Enable CrossFireTM" in "ATI Catalyst Control Center" is used only for updates and details. 2.6 Surround Display Feature This motherboard supports Surround Display upgrade. if not, please select it again, and then you have selected the option "Enable CrossFireTM", the CrossFireXTM function may not work...
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... 2_3 Short pin2, pin3 to enable (see p.10 No. 11) 1_2 EUP_LAN Default (Enable EuP) Note: EUP_LAN jumper design decreases the power consumption of this motherboard to default setup, please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power supply. After waiting for 5 seconds.
... 2_3 Short pin2, pin3 to enable (see p.10 No. 11) 1_2 EUP_LAN Default (Enable EuP) Note: EUP_LAN jumper design decreases the power consumption of this motherboard to default setup, please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power supply. After waiting for 5 seconds.
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Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage of the motherboard! • Floppy Connector (33-pin FLOPPY1) (see p.10 No. 25) Pin1 FLOPPY1 the red-striped side to Pin1 Note... see p.10, No. 17) (SATAII_3: see p.10, No. 14) (SATAII_4: see p.10 No. 9) PIN1 IDE1 connect the blue end to the motherboard connect the black end to the IDE devices 80-conductor ATA 66/100/133 cable Note: Please refer to the instruction of the SATA data... of the connector. Then connect the white end of SATA power cable to the power connector on this motherboard.
Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage of the motherboard! • Floppy Connector (33-pin FLOPPY1) (see p.10 No. 25) Pin1 FLOPPY1 the red-striped side to Pin1 Note... see p.10, No. 17) (SATAII_3: see p.10, No. 14) (SATAII_4: see p.10 No. 9) PIN1 IDE1 connect the blue end to the motherboard connect the black end to the IDE devices 80-conductor ATA 66/100/133 cable Note: Please refer to the instruction of the SATA data... of the connector. Then connect the white end of SATA power cable to the power connector on this motherboard.
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..., there are three USB 2.0 headers on the chassis must support HDA to OUT2_L. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on this motherboard. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to function correctly. C. Each USB 2.0 header can support two USB 2.0 ports. 1 GND P+6 P-6 USB_PWR Infrared Module Header (5-pin...
..., there are three USB 2.0 headers on the chassis must support HDA to OUT2_L. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on this motherboard. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to function correctly. C. Each USB 2.0 header can support two USB 2.0 ports. 1 GND P+6 P-6 USB_PWR Infrared Module Header (5-pin...
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... BIOS Setup Utility. Set the Front Panel Control option from [Auto] to the ground pin. Please connect the chassis speaker to this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can work successfully even without the fan speed control function... Fan Installation ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.10 No. 8) 12 24 1 13 Please connect an ATX power supply to this motherboard, please connect it to the CPU fan connector on this connector. 25 Enter Advanced Settings, and then select Chipset Configuration. System Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1...
... BIOS Setup Utility. Set the Front Panel Control option from [Auto] to the ground pin. Please connect the chassis speaker to this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can work successfully even without the fan speed control function... Fan Installation ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.10 No. 8) 12 24 1 13 Please connect an ATX power supply to this motherboard, please connect it to the CPU fan connector on this connector. 25 Enter Advanced Settings, and then select Chipset Configuration. System Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1...
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Though this connector. HDMI_SPDIF Header (3-pin HDMI_SPDIF1) (see p.10 No. 2) 4 8 1 6 Please connect an ATX 12V power supply to this motherboard provides 8-pin ATX 12V power connector, it can still work if you adopt a traditional 4-pin ATX 12V power 4 8 supply. To use the 4-pin ATX...(8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.10 No. 29) 1 GND SPDIFOUT +5V HDMI_SPDIF header, providing SPDIF audio output to HDMI VGA card, allows the system to this motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector, 12 24 it can still work if you adopt a traditional 20-pin ATX power supply. To use the 20...
Though this connector. HDMI_SPDIF Header (3-pin HDMI_SPDIF1) (see p.10 No. 2) 4 8 1 6 Please connect an ATX 12V power supply to this motherboard provides 8-pin ATX 12V power connector, it can still work if you adopt a traditional 4-pin ATX 12V power 4 8 supply. To use the 4-pin ATX...(8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.10 No. 29) 1 GND SPDIFOUT +5V HDMI_SPDIF header, providing SPDIF audio output to HDMI VGA card, allows the system to this motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector, 12 24 it can still work if you adopt a traditional 20-pin ATX power supply. To use the 20...
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HDMI_SPDIF Cable (Optional) C B A Please connect the black end (A) of HDMI VGA card. A. black end +5V SPDIFOUT GND blue black B. Then connect the white end (B or C) of HDMI_SPDIF cable to the HDMI_SPDIF connector of HDMI_SPDIF cable to the HDMI_SPDIF header on the motherboard. white end (2-pin) SPDIFOUT GND blue black C. white end (3-pin) SPDIFOUT GND blue black 27
HDMI_SPDIF Cable (Optional) C B A Please connect the black end (A) of HDMI VGA card. A. black end +5V SPDIFOUT GND blue black B. Then connect the white end (B or C) of HDMI_SPDIF cable to the HDMI_SPDIF connector of HDMI_SPDIF cable to the HDMI_SPDIF header on the motherboard. white end (2-pin) SPDIFOUT GND blue black C. white end (3-pin) SPDIFOUT GND blue black 27
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...the appropriate white end according to the HDMI_SPDIF connector of HDMI VGA card. (There are two white ends (2-pin and 3-pin) on this motherboard, please carefully follow the below steps. •Step 1. Connect the HDMI output connector on HDMI VGA card, please refer to the user... on HDMI VGA card to HDMI device, such as a digital television (DTV). A complete HDMI system requires a HDMI VGA card and a HDMI ready motherboard with a HDMI_SPDIF header, which provides an interface between any compatible digital audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, A/V receiver and...
...the appropriate white end according to the HDMI_SPDIF connector of HDMI VGA card. (There are two white ends (2-pin and 3-pin) on this motherboard, please carefully follow the below steps. •Step 1. Connect the HDMI output connector on HDMI VGA card, please refer to the user... on HDMI VGA card to HDMI device, such as a digital television (DTV). A complete HDMI system requires a HDMI VGA card and a HDMI ready motherboard with a HDMI_SPDIF header, which provides an interface between any compatible digital audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, A/V receiver and...