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N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX User Manual Version 1.0 Published September 2011 Copyright©2011 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. 1
N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX User Manual Version 1.0 Published September 2011 Copyright©2011 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. 1
User Manual
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Introduction 5 1.1 Package Contents 5 1.2 Specifications 6 1.3 Motherboard Layout (N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX 11 1.4 I/O Panel (N68-VGS3 FX 12 1.5 I/O Panel (N68-VS3 FX 13 2 . Installation 14 Pre-installation Precautions 14 2.1 CPU Installation 15 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink 15 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM 16 2.4 Expansion Slots (...
Introduction 5 1.1 Package Contents 5 1.2 Specifications 6 1.3 Motherboard Layout (N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX 11 1.4 I/O Panel (N68-VGS3 FX 12 1.5 I/O Panel (N68-VS3 FX 13 2 . Installation 14 Pre-installation Precautions 14 2.1 CPU Installation 15 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink 15 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM 16 2.4 Expansion Slots (...
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... introduction of this manual occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock website as well. 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...
... introduction of this manual occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock website as well. 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...
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...-Transport Technology - NVIDIA® GeForce 7025 / nForce 630a - Max. Integrated NVIDIA® GeForce 7025 graphics - shared memory 256MB (see CAUTION 3) - N68-VGS3 FX Realtek Giga PHY RTL8211CL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - N68-VS3 FX Realtek PHY RTL8201EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - HD Audio Jack: Line in , 21.6 cm x 17.8 cm - Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see...
...-Transport Technology - NVIDIA® GeForce 7025 / nForce 630a - Max. Integrated NVIDIA® GeForce 7025 graphics - shared memory 256MB (see CAUTION 3) - N68-VGS3 FX Realtek Giga PHY RTL8211CL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - N68-VS3 FX Realtek PHY RTL8201EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - HD Audio Jack: Line in , 21.6 cm x 17.8 cm - Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see...
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1.3 Motherboard Layout (N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX) 26 USB 2.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 VGA1 PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard 1 2 3 17.8cm (7.0-in) Support 8-Core CPU 1 PS2_USB_PWR1 CPU_FAN1 1 USB_PWR2 DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-FpSin Bm8od0u0le) 4 DDR3_A1 (...
1.3 Motherboard Layout (N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX) 26 USB 2.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 VGA1 PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard 1 2 3 17.8cm (7.0-in) Support 8-Core CPU 1 PS2_USB_PWR1 CPU_FAN1 1 USB_PWR2 DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-FpSin Bm8od0u0le) 4 DDR3_A1 (...
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... Windows® XP / XP 64-bit OS: Please click "VIA HD Audio Deck" icon , and click "Speaker". Click "Power" to select "2 Channel" or "4 Channel". 1 . 4 I/O Panel (N68-VGS3 FX) 1 2 3 4 5 9 8 1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) * 2 RJ-45 Port 3 Line In (Light Blue) 4 Front Speaker (Lime) 5 Microphone (Pink) 7 6 6 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01) 7 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23) 8 VGA Port 9 PS...
... Windows® XP / XP 64-bit OS: Please click "VIA HD Audio Deck" icon , and click "Speaker". Click "Power" to select "2 Channel" or "4 Channel". 1 . 4 I/O Panel (N68-VGS3 FX) 1 2 3 4 5 9 8 1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) * 2 RJ-45 Port 3 Line In (Light Blue) 4 Front Speaker (Lime) 5 Microphone (Pink) 7 6 6 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01) 7 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23) 8 VGA Port 9 PS...
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...) memory modules in the DDR3 DIMM slots to the motherboard and the DIMM if you install only one correct orientation. 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. If you force the DIMM into the slot...
...) memory modules in the DDR3 DIMM slots to the motherboard and the DIMM if you install only one correct orientation. 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. If you force the DIMM into the slot...
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... check the following table for all the settings To save changes and exit the BIOS SETUP UTILITY To jump to specify the system date. 31 N68-VGS3 FX BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main OC Tweaker Advanced H/W Monitor System Overview System Time System Date [17:00:09] [Tue 09/06/2011] BIOS Version... : N68-VGS3 FX P1.00 Processor Type : AMD Athlon (tm) II X2 265 Processor (64bit) Processor Speed : 3300MHz Microcode Update : 100F63/10000B6 L1 Cache Size : 256KB L2 Cache ...
... check the following table for all the settings To save changes and exit the BIOS SETUP UTILITY To jump to specify the system date. 31 N68-VGS3 FX BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main OC Tweaker Advanced H/W Monitor System Overview System Time System Date [17:00:09] [Tue 09/06/2011] BIOS Version... : N68-VGS3 FX P1.00 Processor Type : AMD Athlon (tm) II X2 265 Processor (64bit) Processor Speed : 3300MHz Microcode Update : 100F63/10000B6 L1 Cache Size : 256KB L2 Cache ...
Quick Installation Guide
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... or implied, including but not limited to the owners' benefit, without notice, and should not be constructed as a commitment by ASRock. Copyright Notice: No part of this installation guide may be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or translated in any language, in any ...this guide may or may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate" ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com Published September 2011 Copyright©2011 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English In no responsibility for informational use only and subject to change ...
... or implied, including but not limited to the owners' benefit, without notice, and should not be constructed as a commitment by ASRock. Copyright Notice: No part of this installation guide may be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or translated in any language, in any ...this guide may or may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate" ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com Published September 2011 Copyright©2011 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English In no responsibility for informational use only and subject to change ...
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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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... to the front panel audio header. In "Advanced Options" screen, select "Independent Headphone", and click "OK" to save your change . 3 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English Click "Power" to save your change . For Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS:... 1Gbps connection LAN Port To enable Multi-Streaming function, you will find "VIA HD Audio Deck" tool on the bottom. After restarting your system. 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 ...
... to the front panel audio header. In "Advanced Options" screen, select "Independent Headphone", and click "OK" to save your change . 3 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English Click "Power" to save your change . For Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS:... 1Gbps connection LAN Port To enable Multi-Streaming function, you will find "VIA HD Audio Deck" tool on the bottom. After restarting your system. 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 ...
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...tool on the bottom. In "Advanced Options" screen, select "Independent Headphone", and click "OK" to save your change . 4 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English Please 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. After restarting your computer, you are two LED next to the LAN port. Click "Power" to save your system. 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 2.0 Ports (USB01...
...tool on the bottom. In "Advanced Options" screen, select "Independent Headphone", and click "OK" to save your change . 4 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English Please 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. After restarting your computer, you are two LED next to the LAN port. Click "Power" to save your system. 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 2.0 Ports (USB01...
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... you for purchasing ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. 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 for purchasing ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. 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...
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... (see CAUTION 6) - Max. Integrated NVIDIA® GeForce 7025 graphics - 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 DDR3 1600/1333/1066/800 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 4) - resolution up to -Use USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x RJ-45...- 4 x Ready-to 1920x1440 @ 60Hz - 5.1 CH HD Audio (VIA® VT1705 Audio Codec) - capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 2) - N68-VGS3 FX Realtek Giga PHY RTL8211CL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - DX9.0 VGA, Pixel Shader 3.0 - Supports Hyper-Transport Technology -
... (see CAUTION 6) - Max. Integrated NVIDIA® GeForce 7025 graphics - 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 DDR3 1600/1333/1066/800 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 4) - resolution up to -Use USB 2.0 Ports - 1 x RJ-45...- 4 x Ready-to 1920x1440 @ 60Hz - 5.1 CH HD Audio (VIA® VT1705 Audio Codec) - capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 2) - N68-VGS3 FX Realtek Giga PHY RTL8211CL, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - DX9.0 VGA, Pixel Shader 3.0 - Supports Hyper-Transport Technology -
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...: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore English 7 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard AMI Legal BIOS - OEM) - ASRock APP Charger (see CAUTION 15) - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 11) - Chassis Temperature Sensing - CPU Fan Tachometer - Front panel audio header - 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) - 8Mb AMI BIOS - ASRock Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 19) - ASRock Instant Boot - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 10...
...: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore English 7 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard AMI Legal BIOS - OEM) - ASRock APP Charger (see CAUTION 15) - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 11) - Chassis Temperature Sensing - CPU Fan Tachometer - Front panel audio header - 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) - 8Mb AMI BIOS - ASRock Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 19) - ASRock Instant Boot - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 10...
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...subject to read "Untied Overclocking Technology" on page 21 for details. 5. We are not responsible for the latest information. 8 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English When UCC feature is a certain risk involved with 64-bit CPU, there is supported depends on our website for CPU... Dual Channel Memory Technology. The maximum shared memory size is defined by overclocking. CAUTION! 1. Please refer to 95W. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 3. Please be malfunctioned. 4. This motherboard supports CPU up to 6MB, which means you want to adopt DDR3 1600...
...subject to read "Untied Overclocking Technology" on page 21 for details. 5. We are not responsible for the latest information. 8 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English When UCC feature is a certain risk involved with 64-bit CPU, there is supported depends on our website for CPU... Dual Channel Memory Technology. The maximum shared memory size is defined by overclocking. CAUTION! 1. Please refer to 95W. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 3. Please be malfunctioned. 4. This motherboard supports CPU up to 6MB, which means you want to adopt DDR3 1600...
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...hardware and software design, Intelligent Energy Saver is a BIOS flash utility embedded in a few clicks without sacrificing computing performance. ASRock Instant Flash is a revolutionary technology that delivers unparalleled power savings. This convenient BIOS update tool allows you to SATAII connector ...their own system 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 The software name itself - Before installing SATAII hard disk to get the best system performance under the ...
...hardware and software design, Intelligent Energy Saver is a BIOS flash utility embedded in a few clicks without sacrificing computing performance. ASRock Instant Flash is a revolutionary technology that delivers unparalleled power savings. This convenient BIOS update tool allows you to SATAII connector ...their own system 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 The software name itself - Before installing SATAII hard disk to get the best system performance under the ...
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...CPU. 19. Real-Time Analysis of charging your browser version is not recommended to 40% faster than ever. ASRock APP Charger. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/Feature/AppCharger/index.asp 15. Traffic Shaping: You can boost USB storage device performance. To improve heat... add new programs. Lower Latency in touch with friends on-the-go. ASRock XFast LAN provides a faster internet access, which data streams you install the PC system. 10 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English Frequencies other than the recommended CPU bus frequencies may depend on ...
...CPU. 19. Real-Time Analysis of charging your browser version is not recommended to 40% faster than ever. ASRock APP Charger. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/Feature/AppCharger/index.asp 15. Traffic Shaping: You can boost USB storage device performance. To improve heat... add new programs. Lower Latency in touch with friends on-the-go. ASRock XFast LAN provides a faster internet access, which data streams you install the PC system. 10 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English Frequencies other than the recommended CPU bus frequencies may depend on ...
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... avoid damaging the motherboard components due to do not touch the ICs. 4. Hold components by the edges and do so may damage the motherboard. 11 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English
... avoid damaging the motherboard components due to do not touch the ICs. 4. Hold components by the edges and do so may damage the motherboard. 11 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard English
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... Golden Triangle Push Down And Lock To The Socket Corner Small The Socket Lever Triangle 2.2 Installation of the CPU fan and the heatsink. English 12 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it is locked. Then connect the CPU fan to dissipate heat. Step 3. Make sure that...
... Golden Triangle Push Down And Lock To The Socket Corner Small The Socket Lever Triangle 2.2 Installation of the CPU fan and the heatsink. English 12 ASRock N68-VGS3 FX / N68-VS3 FX Motherboard DO NOT force the CPU into the socket until it is locked. Then connect the CPU fan to dissipate heat. Step 3. Make sure that...