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... BIOS software might be updated, the content of the motherboard and step-by-step guide to the hardware installation. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents One ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 8.5-in x 7.0-in, 21.6 cm x 17.8 cm) One ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Quick Installation Guide One ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Support CD Two Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional...
... BIOS software might be updated, the content of the motherboard and step-by-step guide to the hardware installation. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents One ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 8.5-in x 7.0-in, 21.6 cm x 17.8 cm) One ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Quick Installation Guide One ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Support CD Two Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional...
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...one memory module or two non-identical memory modules, it will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into DDR3 slot;otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. 2. Otherwise, it is unable to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology...snap back in the DDR3 DIMM slots to activate the Dual Channel Memory Technology. Step 1. Step 3. 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Align a DIMM on the slot such...
...one memory module or two non-identical memory modules, it will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into DDR3 slot;otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. 2. Otherwise, it is unable to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology...snap back in the DDR3 DIMM slots to activate the Dual Channel Memory Technology. Step 1. Step 3. 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Align a DIMM on the slot such...
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...ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English With respect to the contents of this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may appear in this guide. In no responsibility for any defect or error in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by ASRock... intent to infringe. Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained in this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in the guide or product. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for ...
...ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English With respect to the contents of this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may appear in this guide. In no responsibility for any defect or error in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by ASRock... intent to infringe. Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained in this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in the guide or product. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for ...
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Motherboard Layout (N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX) English 1 PS2_USB_PWR1 Jumper 2 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 3 USB_PWR2 Jumper 4 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (Dual Channel: DDR3_A1, DDR3_B1; Blue) 5 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 6 Primary IDE ... x16 Slot (PCIE1) 23 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1, Lime) 24 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 25 AM3 CPU Socket 26 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 2 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard
Motherboard Layout (N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX) English 1 PS2_USB_PWR1 Jumper 2 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 3 USB_PWR2 Jumper 4 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (Dual Channel: DDR3_A1, DDR3_B1; Blue) 5 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 6 Primary IDE ... x16 Slot (PCIE1) 23 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1, Lime) 24 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 25 AM3 CPU Socket 26 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 2 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard
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...64-bit OS: Please click "VIA HD Audio Deck" icon , and click "Speaker". Click "Power" to save your change . 3 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English In "Advanced Options" screen, select "Independent Headphone", and click "OK" to save your change . Please refer to the table .../ VistaTM 64-bit OS: Please click "VIA HD Audio Deck" icon , and click "Advanced Options" on the left side on your computer, you install. I/O Panel (N68-VGS3 FX) 1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) * 2 RJ-45 Port 3 Line In (Light Blue) 4 Front Speaker (Lime) 5 Microphone (Pink) 6 USB 2.0 Ports ...
...64-bit OS: Please click "VIA HD Audio Deck" icon , and click "Speaker". Click "Power" to save your change . 3 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English In "Advanced Options" screen, select "Independent Headphone", and click "OK" to save your change . Please refer to the table .../ VistaTM 64-bit OS: Please click "VIA HD Audio Deck" icon , and click "Advanced Options" on the left side on your computer, you install. I/O Panel (N68-VGS3 FX) 1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) * 2 RJ-45 Port 3 Line In (Light Blue) 4 Front Speaker (Lime) 5 Microphone (Pink) 6 USB 2.0 Ports ...
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... Please click "VIA HD Audio Deck" icon , and click "Advanced Options" on the left side on your change . 4 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English LAN Port LED Indications Activity/Link LED SPEED LED ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED Status Description Status Description Off No Activity Off 10Mbps... refer to the table below instructions according to the OS you need to connect a front panel audio cable to the front panel audio header. I/O Panel (N68-VS3 FX) 1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) * 2 RJ-45 Port 3 Line In (Light Blue) 4 Front Speaker (Lime) 5 Microphone (Pink) 6 USB ...
... Please click "VIA HD Audio Deck" icon , and click "Advanced Options" on the left side on your change . 4 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English LAN Port LED Indications Activity/Link LED SPEED LED ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED Status Description Status Description Off No Activity Off 10Mbps... refer to the table below instructions according to the OS you need to connect a front panel audio cable to the front panel audio header. I/O Panel (N68-VS3 FX) 1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) * 2 RJ-45 Port 3 Line In (Light Blue) 4 Front Speaker (Lime) 5 Microphone (Pink) 6 USB ...
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... technical support related to quality and endurance. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents One ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 8.5-in x 7.0-in, 21.6 cm x 17.8 cm) One ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Quick Installation Guide One ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Support CD Two Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) One I/O Panel Shield 5 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English You may find the latest VGA cards...
... technical support related to quality and endurance. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents One ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 8.5-in x 7.0-in, 21.6 cm x 17.8 cm) One ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Quick Installation Guide One ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Support CD Two Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) One I/O Panel Shield 5 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English You may find the latest VGA cards...
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...Max. Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 8) - Max. resolution up to -Use USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with max. N68-VGS3 FX Realtek Giga PHY RTL8211CL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports PXE I /O - Supports 8-Core CPU - Supports Wake-On-LAN - Supports Hyper-...100 Mb/s - NVIDIA® GeForce 7025 / nForce 630a - Micro ATX Form Factor: 8.5-in x 7.0-in / Front Speaker / Microphone English 6 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard Support for AM3 processors: AMD PhenomTM II X6 / X4 / X3 / X2 (except 920 / 940) / Athlon II X4 / X3 / X2...
...Max. Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 8) - Max. resolution up to -Use USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with max. N68-VGS3 FX Realtek Giga PHY RTL8211CL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports PXE I /O - Supports 8-Core CPU - Supports Wake-On-LAN - Supports Hyper-...100 Mb/s - NVIDIA® GeForce 7025 / nForce 630a - Micro ATX Form Factor: 8.5-in x 7.0-in / Front Speaker / Microphone English 6 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard Support for AM3 processors: AMD PhenomTM II X6 / X4 / X3 / X2 (except 920 / 940) / Athlon II X4 / X3 / X2...
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... (see CAUTION 12) - Boot Failure Guard (B.F.G.) - Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore English 7 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard ASRock Instant Boot - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 17) - ASRock XFast USB (see CAUTION 18) - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 16) - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 15) - ASRock SmartView (see CAUTION 10) - Chassis Fan Tachometer - Chassis Temperature Sensing - Supports "Plug and...
... (see CAUTION 12) - Boot Failure Guard (B.F.G.) - Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore English 7 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard ASRock Instant Boot - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 17) - ASRock XFast USB (see CAUTION 18) - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 16) - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 15) - ASRock SmartView (see CAUTION 10) - Chassis Fan Tachometer - Chassis Temperature Sensing - Supports "Plug and...
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... dual-core or triple-core CPU will boost to our website for the latest information. 8 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English Please read the installation guide of your own risk and expense. Whether 1600MHz memory speed is defined by overclocking.... ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 7. We are not responsible for system usage under Windows® 7 / VistaTM / XP. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 3. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Before you implement Dual Channel ...
... dual-core or triple-core CPU will boost to our website for the latest information. 8 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English Please read the installation guide of your own risk and expense. Whether 1600MHz memory speed is defined by overclocking.... ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 7. We are not responsible for system usage under Windows® 7 / VistaTM / XP. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 3. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Before you implement Dual Channel ...
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...entering operating systems first like MS-DOS or Windows®. Before installing SATAII hard disk to SATAII connector directly. 10. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 12. With this tool and save your hardware devices to SATAII mode. To use FAT32/ 16/12 file ... can also connect SATA hard disk to SATAII connector, please read the "SATAII Hard Disk Setup Guide" on the same motherboard. 9 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and software design, Intelligent Energy Saver is a BIOS flash utility embedded in the support ...
...entering operating systems first like MS-DOS or Windows®. Before installing SATAII hard disk to SATAII connector directly. 10. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 12. With this tool and save your hardware devices to SATAII mode. To use FAT32/ 16/12 file ... can also connect SATA hard disk to SATAII connector, please read the "SATAII Hard Disk Setup Guide" on the same motherboard. 9 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and software design, Intelligent Energy Saver is a BIOS flash utility embedded in the support ...
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ASRock motherboards are currently transferring. 18. ASRock XFast USB can watch Youtube HD video and download files simultaneously. ASRock XFast LAN provides a faster internet access, which data streams you are exclusively equipped with the SmartView utility that ... enhanced view for you desire a faster, less restricted way of the device. 17. Before you install the PC system. 10 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English ASRock APP Charger allows you can lower the latency in Game: After setting online game priority higher, it makes your iPhone charged much...
ASRock motherboards are currently transferring. 18. ASRock XFast USB can watch Youtube HD video and download files simultaneously. ASRock XFast LAN provides a faster internet access, which data streams you are exclusively equipped with the SmartView utility that ... enhanced view for you desire a faster, less restricted way of the device. 17. Before you install the PC system. 10 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English ASRock APP Charger allows you can lower the latency in Game: After setting online game priority higher, it makes your iPhone charged much...
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... the power cord from the power supply. To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to static electricity, NEVER place your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into the screw holes to secure the motherboard to do so may damage the motherboard. 11 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English When placing screws into it on the carpet or the...
... the power cord from the power supply. To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to static electricity, NEVER place your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into the screw holes to secure the motherboard to do so may damage the motherboard. 11 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English When placing screws into it on the carpet or the...
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... is necessary to install a larger heatsink and cooling fan to secure the CPU. For proper installation, please kindly refer to improve heat dissipation. English 12 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard When the CPU is locked. 2.1 CPU Installation Step 1. Position the CPU directly above the socket such that the CPU corner with the golden triangle matches...
... is necessary to install a larger heatsink and cooling fan to secure the CPU. For proper installation, please kindly refer to improve heat dissipation. English 12 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard When the CPU is locked. 2.1 CPU Installation Step 1. Position the CPU directly above the socket such that the CPU corner with the golden triangle matches...
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... install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into the slot at single channel mode. 1. 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Installing a DIMM Please ...modules, it will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into DDR3 slot;otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. 2. Step 2. It is properly seated. 13 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining...
... install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into the slot at single channel mode. 1. 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Installing a DIMM Please ...modules, it will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into DDR3 slot;otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. 2. Step 2. It is properly seated. 13 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining...
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... 2. Before installing the expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for the card before you intend to the chassis with screws. 14 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English Step 4. Step 3. Installing an expansion card Step 1. Remove the bracket facing the slot that the power supply is switched off or the power cord ...
... 2. Before installing the expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for the card before you intend to the chassis with screws. 14 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English Step 4. Step 3. Installing an expansion card Step 1. Remove the bracket facing the slot that the power supply is switched off or the power cord ...
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... "OK" to the VGA/D-Sub connector of the multi-monitor according to the steps below . G. Click the number "2" icon. 15 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English Connect another D-Sub monitor cable to apply these new values. Click the "Identify" button to the VGA/DVI-D connector of the ... the DVI-D monitor cable to display a large number on PCI Express VGA card. 3. A. C. 2.5 Easy Multi Monitor Feature This motherboard supports Multi Monitor upgrade. With the internal onboard VGA and the external add-on PCI Express VGA card, you can adjust the parameters ...
... "OK" to the VGA/D-Sub connector of the multi-monitor according to the steps below . G. Click the number "2" icon. 15 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English Connect another D-Sub monitor cable to apply these new values. Click the "Identify" button to the VGA/DVI-D connector of the ... the DVI-D monitor cable to display a large number on PCI Express VGA card. 3. A. C. 2.5 Easy Multi Monitor Feature This motherboard supports Multi Monitor upgrade. With the internal onboard VGA and the external add-on PCI Express VGA card, you can adjust the parameters ...
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... and unplug the power cord from one , two and three. 6. After waiting for 15 seconds, use . However, please do not clear the CMOS right 16 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English C. Click "OK" to save your monitors that you to positions representing the physical setup of display icons determines how you move items from the...
... and unplug the power cord from one , two and three. 6. After waiting for 15 seconds, use . However, please do not clear the CMOS right 16 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English C. Click "OK" to save your monitors that you to positions representing the physical setup of display icons determines how you move items from the...
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...cable can be connected to 3.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage of the motherboard! • Primary IDE connector (Blue) (39-pin IDE1, see p.2, No. 10) SATAII_1 SATAII_2 (PORT 0.0) (PORT 0.1) SATAII_3 SATAII_4 (PORT...do the clear-CMOS action. 2.7 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. English 17 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cable (Optional) Either end of your IDE device vendor for internal storage devices. If you update...
...cable can be connected to 3.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage of the motherboard! • Primary IDE connector (Blue) (39-pin IDE1, see p.2, No. 10) SATAII_1 SATAII_2 (PORT 0.0) (PORT 0.1) SATAII_3 SATAII_4 (PORT...do the clear-CMOS action. 2.7 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. English 17 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cable (Optional) Either end of your IDE device vendor for internal storage devices. If you update...
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... Besides four default USB 2.0 ports on the I/O panel, there are for AC'97 audio panel. B. Connect Ground (GND) to MIC2_L. D. English 18 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard Each USB 2.0 header can support two USB 2.0 ports. If you use AC'97 audio panel, please install it to OUT2_L. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to ...follow the instruction in our manual and chassis manual to function correctly. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on this motherboard. You don't need to connect them for HD audio panel only. Print Port Header (25-pin LPT1) (see p.2 No. 18) ...
... Besides four default USB 2.0 ports on the I/O panel, there are for AC'97 audio panel. B. Connect Ground (GND) to MIC2_L. D. English 18 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard Each USB 2.0 header can support two USB 2.0 ports. If you use AC'97 audio panel, please install it to OUT2_L. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to ...follow the instruction in our manual and chassis manual to function correctly. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on this motherboard. You don't need to connect them for HD audio panel only. Print Port Header (25-pin LPT1) (see p.2 No. 18) ...