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... Contents 5 1.2 Specifications 6 1.3 Motherboard Layout 10 1.4 I/O Panel 11 2 . Installation 12 Pre-installation Precautions 12 2.1 CPU Installation 13 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink 13 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM 14 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots 15 2.5 Easy Multi Monitor Feature 16 2.6 Jumpers Setup 17 2.7 Onboard Headers and Connectors 18 2.8 SATAII...
... Contents 5 1.2 Specifications 6 1.3 Motherboard Layout 10 1.4 I/O Panel 11 2 . Installation 12 Pre-installation Precautions 12 2.1 CPU Installation 13 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink 13 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM 14 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots 15 2.5 Easy Multi Monitor Feature 16 2.6 Jumpers Setup 17 2.7 Onboard Headers and Connectors 18 2.8 SATAII...
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... Realtek Giga PHY RTL8211CL-GR, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - N61P-S Realtek PHY RTL8201EL-GR/RTL8201CL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - HD Audio Jack: Line in , 24.4 cm x 17.8 cm - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio LAN Rear Panel I /O Panel - 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port - 1 x PS/2 ...to-Use USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) (N61P-GS) - 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port (N61P-S) - Support DDR2 1066/800/667/533 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 1) - Supports AMD's Cool 'n' QuietTM Technology - NVIDIA® GeForce 6150SE / nForce 430 - Dual...
... Realtek Giga PHY RTL8211CL-GR, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - N61P-S Realtek PHY RTL8201EL-GR/RTL8201CL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - HD Audio Jack: Line in , 24.4 cm x 17.8 cm - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio LAN Rear Panel I /O Panel - 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port - 1 x PS/2 ...to-Use USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED) (N61P-GS) - 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port (N61P-S) - Support DDR2 1066/800/667/533 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 1) - Supports AMD's Cool 'n' QuietTM Technology - NVIDIA® GeForce 6150SE / nForce 430 - Dual...
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... USB 2.0 ports) (see CAUTION 10) - Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 8) BIOS Feature - 4Mb AMI BIOS - ASRock AM2 Boost: ASRock Patented Technology to boost memory performance up to 12.5% (see CAUTION 9) - CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - CPU/Chassis FAN connector - 24 pin ATX ...(B.F.G.) - Microsoft® Windows® 2000 / XP / XP 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit compliant Certifications - Supports jumperfree - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 13) Hardware - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 12) - CPU Fan Tachometer - Voltage Monitoring: +12V, ...
... USB 2.0 ports) (see CAUTION 10) - Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 8) BIOS Feature - 4Mb AMI BIOS - ASRock AM2 Boost: ASRock Patented Technology to boost memory performance up to 12.5% (see CAUTION 9) - CPU Temperature Sensing Monitor - CPU/Chassis FAN connector - 24 pin ATX ...(B.F.G.) - Microsoft® Windows® 2000 / XP / XP 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit compliant Certifications - Supports jumperfree - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 13) Hardware - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 12) - CPU Fan Tachometer - Voltage Monitoring: +12V, ...
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...® Windows® VistaTM 64-bit / VistaTM / XP 64-bit / XP SP1 or SP2 / 2000 SP4. 9. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 5. The maximum shared memory size is defined by the chipset vendor and is subject to surveil your system by overclocking. Please visit our website for details...read "Untied Overclocking Technology" on the AM2+ CPU you want to adopt DDR2 1066 memory module on this motherboard, please refer to the memory support list on page 22 to SATAII mode. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 2. For Windows® XP 64-bit and Windows® VistaTM 64bit with ...
...® Windows® VistaTM 64-bit / VistaTM / XP 64-bit / XP SP1 or SP2 / 2000 SP4. 9. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 5. The maximum shared memory size is defined by the chipset vendor and is subject to surveil your system by overclocking. Please visit our website for details...read "Untied Overclocking Technology" on the AM2+ CPU you want to adopt DDR2 1066 memory module on this motherboard, please refer to the memory support list on page 22 to SATAII mode. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 2. For Windows® XP 64-bit and Windows® VistaTM 64bit with ...
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... on the motherboard functions properly and unplug the power cord, then plug it is a revolutionary technology that delivers unparalleled power savings. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 11. Enabling this motherboard offers stepless control, it back again. 10. The voltage regulator can not guarantee the system stability ...your system. To use Intelligent Energy Saver function, please enable Cool 'n' Quiet option in the BIOS setup in the BIOS setup, the memory performance will automatically shutdown. This motherboard supports ASRock AM2 Boost overclocking technology.
... on the motherboard functions properly and unplug the power cord, then plug it is a revolutionary technology that delivers unparalleled power savings. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 11. Enabling this motherboard offers stepless control, it back again. 10. The voltage regulator can not guarantee the system stability ...your system. To use Intelligent Energy Saver function, please enable Cool 'n' Quiet option in the BIOS setup in the BIOS setup, the memory performance will automatically shutdown. This motherboard supports ASRock AM2 Boost overclocking technology.
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... (PORT3)) 21 Front Panel Audio Header 8 Third SATAII Connector (SATAII_3 (PORT2)) (HD_AUDIO1, Lime) 9 Primary SATAII Connector (SATAII_1 (PORT0)) 22 PCI Slots (PCI1- 2) 10 SPI Flash Memory (4Mb) 23 PCI Express x16 Slot (PCIE2) 11 NVIDIA GeForce 6150SE / nForce 430 24 PCI Express x1 Slot (PCIE1) 12 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 25...
... (PORT3)) 21 Front Panel Audio Header 8 Third SATAII Connector (SATAII_3 (PORT2)) (HD_AUDIO1, Lime) 9 Primary SATAII Connector (SATAII_1 (PORT0)) 22 PCI Slots (PCI1- 2) 10 SPI Flash Memory (4Mb) 23 PCI Express x16 Slot (PCIE2) 11 NVIDIA GeForce 6150SE / nForce 430 24 PCI Express x1 Slot (PCIE1) 12 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 25...
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... the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at single channel mode. 1. Step 3. 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) N61P-GS / N61P-S motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR2 (Double Data Rate 2) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Step 2. It will operate at both ends fully snap back in place and the DIMM...
... the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at single channel mode. 1. Step 3. 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) N61P-GS / N61P-S motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR2 (Double Data Rate 2) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Step 2. It will operate at both ends fully snap back in place and the DIMM...
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... number on each monitor. Install the onboard VGA driver to your system. If you select is less than the total capability of the system memory. Click the "Identify" button to page 15 for proper expansion card installation procedures for details. 2. C. Set the "Screen Resolution" and ..."Color Quality" as Secondary. A. Install the NVIDIA® PCI Express VGA card to enter BIOS setup. Boot your system. Enter "Share Memory" option to adjust the memory capability to [16MB], [32MB], [64MB], [128MB] or [256MB] to the steps below . Set up a multi monitor environment: 1. ...
... number on each monitor. Install the onboard VGA driver to your system. If you select is less than the total capability of the system memory. Click the "Identify" button to page 15 for proper expansion card installation procedures for details. 2. C. Set the "Screen Resolution" and ..."Color Quality" as Secondary. A. Install the NVIDIA® PCI Express VGA card to enter BIOS setup. Boot your system. Enter "Share Memory" option to adjust the memory capability to [16MB], [32MB], [64MB], [128MB] or [256MB] to the steps below . Set up a multi monitor environment: 1. ...
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... the computer. BIOS SETUP UTILITY 3.1 Introduction This section explains how to use the BIOS SETUP UTILITY to get into the sub screen. 29 The Flash Memory on . You may run the BIOS SETUP UTILITY when you wish to choose among the selections on the system chassis. If you start up the...
... the computer. BIOS SETUP UTILITY 3.1 Introduction This section explains how to use the BIOS SETUP UTILITY to get into the sub screen. 29 The Flash Memory on . You may run the BIOS SETUP UTILITY when you wish to choose among the selections on the system chassis. If you start up the...
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... Smart Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit System Overview System Time System Date [14:00:09] [Wed 09/03/2008] BIOS Version : N61P-GS P1.00 Processor Type : AMD Athlon(tm) 64 X2 Dual Core Processor 4200+ (64bit) Processor Speed : 2200MHz Microcode Update : 60FB2.../0 L1 Cache Size : 256KB L2 Cache Size : 1024KB Total Memory DDRII1 DDRII2 : 1024MB with 128MB shared memory Single-Channel Memory Mode : 2048MB/266MHz (DDRII533) : None Use [Enter], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field. 3.1.2Navigation ...
... Smart Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit System Overview System Time System Date [14:00:09] [Wed 09/03/2008] BIOS Version : N61P-GS P1.00 Processor Type : AMD Athlon(tm) 64 X2 Dual Core Processor 4200+ (64bit) Processor Speed : 2200MHz Microcode Update : 60FB2.../0 L1 Cache Size : 256KB L2 Cache Size : 1024KB Total Memory DDRII1 DDRII2 : 1024MB with 128MB shared memory Single-Channel Memory Mode : 2048MB/266MHz (DDRII533) : None Use [Enter], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field. 3.1.2Navigation ...
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... Load Defaults Save and Exit Exit v02.54 (C) Copyright 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. F10 key can be used for this operation. N61P-S BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Smart Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit System Overview System Time System Date [14:00:09] [Wed 09/03/... Processor 4200+ (64bit) Processor Speed : 2200MHz Microcode Update : 60FB2/0 L1 Cache Size : 256KB L2 Cache Size : 1024KB Total Memory DDRII1 DDRII2 : 1024MB with 128MB shared memory Single-Channel Memory Mode : 2048MB/266MHz (DDRII533) : None Use [Enter], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to Sub Screen F1 General Help F9...
... Load Defaults Save and Exit Exit v02.54 (C) Copyright 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. F10 key can be used for this operation. N61P-S BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main Smart Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit System Overview System Time System Date [14:00:09] [Wed 09/03/... Processor 4200+ (64bit) Processor Speed : 2200MHz Microcode Update : 60FB2/0 L1 Cache Size : 256KB L2 Cache Size : 1024KB Total Memory DDRII1 DDRII2 : 1024MB with 128MB shared memory Single-Channel Memory Mode : 2048MB/266MHz (DDRII533) : None Use [Enter], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to Sub Screen F1 General Help F9...
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...Disabled]. If you set to [Enabled], you will enable ASRock AM2 Boost function, which will be left at the rated frequency/voltage. Overclock Mode Use this function may reduce CPU voltage and memory frequency, and lead to adjust CPU frequency. If you ... Spread Spectrum SATA Spread Spectrum Boot Failure Guard Cool' n' Quiet Secure Virtual Machine Enhanced Halt State Processor Maximum Frequency Processor Maximum Voltage Multiplier/Voltage Change Memory Clock Flexibility Option [Disabled] [Auto] [200] [100] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] x11.5 2300...
...Disabled]. If you set to [Enabled], you will enable ASRock AM2 Boost function, which will be left at the rated frequency/voltage. Overclock Mode Use this function may reduce CPU voltage and memory frequency, and lead to adjust CPU frequency. If you ... Spread Spectrum SATA Spread Spectrum Boot Failure Guard Cool' n' Quiet Secure Virtual Machine Enhanced Halt State Processor Maximum Frequency Processor Maximum Voltage Multiplier/Voltage Change Memory Clock Flexibility Option [Disabled] [Auto] [200] [100] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Enabled] [Auto] [Enabled] [Disabled] x11.5 2300...
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... rated frequency/voltage. The range of the system caches. Secure Virtual Machine This option appears only when you adopt Phenom CPU. compatibility issue with some memory modules or power supplies. Processor Frequency This option appears only when you may adjust the value of this option is set this motherboard. However, it...
... rated frequency/voltage. The range of the system caches. Secure Virtual Machine This option appears only when you adopt Phenom CPU. compatibility issue with some memory modules or power supplies. Processor Frequency This option appears only when you may adjust the value of this option is set this motherboard. However, it...
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...will allow better tolerance for safety and system stability, it is not recommended to [Manual]; However, for memory compatibility when it is set one more option: [533MHz (DDRII1066)]. Memory Clock This item can set to [Manual]; This item will show when "Multiplier/Voltage Change" is ...not recommended to adjust the means of this item. CAS Latency (CL) Use this item to adjust the value of memory accessing. However, for system stability, it is set to adjust the value of the standard values as listed: [200MHz (DDRII400)], [266MHz (...
...will allow better tolerance for safety and system stability, it is not recommended to [Manual]; However, for memory compatibility when it is set one more option: [533MHz (DDRII1066)]. Memory Clock This item can set to [Manual]; This item will show when "Multiplier/Voltage Change" is ...not recommended to adjust the means of this item. CAS Latency (CL) Use this item to adjust the value of memory accessing. However, for system stability, it is set to adjust the value of the standard values as listed: [200MHz (DDRII400)], [266MHz (...
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...], [1/64CLK] to [31/64CLK]. The default value is [Auto]. CS/ODT Fine Delay Use this to adjust values for MA timing. Bank Interleaving Interleaving allows memory accesses to be spread out over banks on the same node, or accross nodes, decreasing access contention. 37 MA Timing Use this to adjust values...
...], [1/64CLK] to [31/64CLK]. The default value is [Auto]. CS/ODT Fine Delay Use this to adjust values for MA timing. Bank Interleaving Interleaving allows memory accesses to be spread out over banks on the same node, or accross nodes, decreasing access contention. 37 MA Timing Use this to adjust values...
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...options: [PCI], [Onboard] and [PCI Express]. 3.4.2 Chipset Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Chipset Settings Onboard LAN Onboard HD Audio Front Panel Share Memory Primary Graphics Adapter CPU-NB Link Speed CPU-NB Link Width DRAM Voltage Chipset Core Voltage CPU Throttling [Enabled] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto]... [PCI] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Enabled] To set share memory feature. Onboard HD Audio Select [Auto], [Enabled] or [Disabled] for the onboard HD Audio feature. Share Memory This allows you selecting CPU to NB link width. The default value is plugged. The default ...
...options: [PCI], [Onboard] and [PCI Express]. 3.4.2 Chipset Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Chipset Settings Onboard LAN Onboard HD Audio Front Panel Share Memory Primary Graphics Adapter CPU-NB Link Speed CPU-NB Link Width DRAM Voltage Chipset Core Voltage CPU Throttling [Enabled] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto]... [PCI] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Enabled] To set share memory feature. Onboard HD Audio Select [Auto], [Enabled] or [Disabled] for the onboard HD Audio feature. Share Memory This allows you selecting CPU to NB link width. The default value is plugged. The default ...
Quick Installation Guide
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...Third SATAII Connector (SATAII_3 (PORT2)) (HD_AUDIO1, Lime) 9 Primary SATAII Connector (SATAII_1 (PORT0)) 22 PCI Slots (PCI1- 2) 10 SPI Flash Memory (4Mb) 23 PCI Express x16 Slot (PCIE2) 11 NVIDIA GeForce 6150SE / nForce 430 24 PCI Express x1 Slot (PCIE1) 12 Chassis Fan Connector...) 13 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1) 26 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 14 USB 2.0 Header (USB4_5, Blue) 27 AM2 940-Pin CPU Socket 2 ASRock N61P-GS / N61P-S Motherboard Motherboard Layout English 1 PS2_USB_PW1 Jumper 15 Chassis Speaker Header 2 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) (SPEAKER 1, Purple) 3 2 x 240-pin...
...Third SATAII Connector (SATAII_3 (PORT2)) (HD_AUDIO1, Lime) 9 Primary SATAII Connector (SATAII_1 (PORT0)) 22 PCI Slots (PCI1- 2) 10 SPI Flash Memory (4Mb) 23 PCI Express x16 Slot (PCIE2) 11 NVIDIA GeForce 6150SE / nForce 430 24 PCI Express x1 Slot (PCIE1) 12 Chassis Fan Connector...) 13 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1) 26 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 14 USB 2.0 Header (USB4_5, Blue) 27 AM2 940-Pin CPU Socket 2 ASRock N61P-GS / N61P-S Motherboard Motherboard Layout English 1 PS2_USB_PW1 Jumper 15 Chassis Speaker Header 2 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) (SPEAKER 1, Purple) 3 2 x 240-pin...
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.../100 Mb/s - Support DDR2 1066/800/667/533 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 3) - 2 x DDR2 DIMM slots - shared memory 256MB (see CAUTION 1) - N61P-GS Realtek Giga PHY RTL8211CL-GR, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports ...Integrated NVIDIA® GeForce6-class graphics - Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.0-in / Front Speaker / Microphone English 5 ASRock N61P-GS / N61P-S Motherboard NVIDIA® GeForce 6150SE / nForce 430 - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio LAN Rear Panel I /O Panel - 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port - 1 x PS/2 Keyboard ...
.../100 Mb/s - Support DDR2 1066/800/667/533 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 3) - 2 x DDR2 DIMM slots - shared memory 256MB (see CAUTION 1) - N61P-GS Realtek Giga PHY RTL8211CL-GR, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports ...Integrated NVIDIA® GeForce6-class graphics - Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.0-in / Front Speaker / Microphone English 5 ASRock N61P-GS / N61P-S Motherboard NVIDIA® GeForce 6150SE / nForce 430 - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio LAN Rear Panel I /O Panel - 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port - 1 x PS/2 Keyboard ...
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...3V, Vcore OS - FCC, CE * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com English 6 ASRock N61P-GS / N61P-S Motherboard CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 8) BIOS Feature - 4Mb AMI BIOS - CPU Quiet Fan - Supports "Plug... - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version) Unique Feature - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 9) - AMI Legal BIOS - CD in header - SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - ASRock AM2 Boost: ASRock Patented Technology to boost memory performance up to 12.5% (see CAUTION 13) Hardware - CPU/Chassis...
...3V, Vcore OS - FCC, CE * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com English 6 ASRock N61P-GS / N61P-S Motherboard CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 8) BIOS Feature - 4Mb AMI BIOS - CPU Quiet Fan - Supports "Plug... - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version) Unique Feature - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 9) - AMI Legal BIOS - CD in header - SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - ASRock AM2 Boost: ASRock Patented Technology to boost memory performance up to 12.5% (see CAUTION 13) Hardware - CPU/Chassis...
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... visit our website for the operation procedures of your hardware devices to the memory support list on page 18 for the compatible memory modules. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 7 ASRock N61P-GS / N61P-S Motherboard English Due to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may affect your own risk and expense. Please check NVIDIA® website...
... visit our website for the operation procedures of your hardware devices to the memory support list on page 18 for the compatible memory modules. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 7 ASRock N61P-GS / N61P-S Motherboard English Due to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may affect your own risk and expense. Please check NVIDIA® website...