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All rights reserved. 1 P41C-DE User Manual Version 1.0 Published October 2009 Copyright©2009 ASRock INC.
All rights reserved. 1 P41C-DE User Manual Version 1.0 Published October 2009 Copyright©2009 ASRock INC.
User Manual
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... for a particular purpose. When you discard the Lithium battery in California, USA, please follow the related regulations in this manual, ASRock does not provide warranty of the FCC Rules. This device complies with Part 15 of any defect or error in the...to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not be constructed as a commitment by ASRock. Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained in this manual. CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this manual may be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or translated in any language, in any form or ...
... for a particular purpose. When you discard the Lithium battery in California, USA, please follow the related regulations in this manual, ASRock does not provide warranty of the FCC Rules. This device complies with Part 15 of any defect or error in the...to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not be constructed as a commitment by ASRock. Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained in this manual. CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this manual may be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or translated in any language, in any form or ...
User Manual
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... step-by-step guide to the hardware installation. In this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock P41C-DE motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. In case any modifications of this manual will be subject to change without further notice. Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be...
... step-by-step guide to the hardware installation. In this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock P41C-DE motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. In case any modifications of this manual will be subject to change without further notice. Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be...
User Manual
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... fan header with thumb to improve heat dissipation. Secure excess cable with tie-wrap to dissipate heat. Then connect the CPU fan to the instruction manuals of your CPU fan and heatsink. For proper installation, please kindly refer to the CPU_FAN connector (CPU_FAN1, see page 11, No. 32). Below is equipped...
... fan header with thumb to improve heat dissipation. Secure excess cable with tie-wrap to dissipate heat. Then connect the CPU fan to the instruction manuals of your CPU fan and heatsink. For proper installation, please kindly refer to the CPU_FAN connector (CPU_FAN1, see page 11, No. 32). Below is equipped...
User Manual
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... p.11 No. 14) 24 PLED+ PLEDPWRBTN# GND 1 DUMMY RESET# GND HDLEDHDLED+ This header accommodates several system front panel functions. Please follow the instruction in our manual and chassis manual to MIC2_L. Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to install your system. 2. B. C. Connect Ground (GND) to function correctly.
... p.11 No. 14) 24 PLED+ PLEDPWRBTN# GND 1 DUMMY RESET# GND HDLEDHDLED+ This header accommodates several system front panel functions. Please follow the instruction in our manual and chassis manual to MIC2_L. Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to install your system. 2. B. C. Connect Ground (GND) to function correctly.
User Manual
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... to the installation guide on this motherboard, please carefully follow the below steps. For the proper installation of HDMI_SPDIF cable to the user manual of HDTV and HDMI VGA card vendor for connector usage in advance. Make sure to correctly connect the HDMI_SPDIF cable to the motherboard and... the HDMI VGA card according to the VGA card user manual for detailed connection procedures. For the pin definition of HDMI VGA card or other VGA card. For the pin definition of HDMI_SPDIF connectors ...
... to the installation guide on this motherboard, please carefully follow the below steps. For the proper installation of HDMI_SPDIF cable to the user manual of HDTV and HDMI VGA card vendor for connector usage in advance. Make sure to correctly connect the HDMI_SPDIF cable to the motherboard and... the HDMI VGA card according to the VGA card user manual for detailed connection procedures. For the pin definition of HDMI VGA card or other VGA card. For the pin definition of HDMI_SPDIF connectors ...
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... can operate under a more stable overclocking environment. Please follow the order from [Auto] to the warning on page 8 for internal storage devices. Please refer to [Manual]. STEP 2: Connect the SATA power cable to your chassis. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to install those required...
... can operate under a more stable overclocking environment. Please follow the order from [Auto] to the warning on page 8 for internal storage devices. Please refer to [Manual]. STEP 2: Connect the SATA power cable to your chassis. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to install those required...
User Manual
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...Ratio Status This is a read-only item, which displays whether the ratio status of this feature is [Auto]. 34 Configuration options: [Auto], [Manual], [I .O.T.] (Intelligent Overclocking Technology), the system will be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. If ...system stability or compatibility issue with some power supplies. Configuration options: [Auto] and [Manual]. If the CPU you adopt supports EIST (Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.), and you select [Manual], Untied Overclocking function is enabled. is [Auto]. The default value is heavy loaded....
...Ratio Status This is a read-only item, which displays whether the ratio status of this feature is [Auto]. 34 Configuration options: [Auto], [Manual], [I .O.T.] (Intelligent Overclocking Technology), the system will be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. If ...system stability or compatibility issue with some power supplies. Configuration options: [Auto] and [Manual]. If the CPU you adopt supports EIST (Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.), and you select [Manual], Untied Overclocking function is enabled. is [Auto]. The default value is heavy loaded....
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... motherboard is heavy loaded. Boot Failure Guard Enable or disable the feature of Untied Overclocking Technology. If you select [Manual], Untied Overclocking function is unlocked, you will automatically enable the overclocking function when your CPU is "Locked" or "...[Disabled] This should always be enabled in advance. 37 in order to page 29 for better system stability. Configuration options: [Auto], [Manual], [I .O.T.] (Intelligent Overclocking Technology), the system will find an item Ratio CMOS Setting appears to select Overclock Mode. 3.4.1 CPU Configuration BIOS...
... motherboard is heavy loaded. Boot Failure Guard Enable or disable the feature of Untied Overclocking Technology. If you select [Manual], Untied Overclocking function is unlocked, you will automatically enable the overclocking function when your CPU is "Locked" or "...[Disabled] This should always be enabled in advance. 37 in order to page 29 for better system stability. Configuration options: [Auto], [Manual], [I .O.T.] (Intelligent Overclocking Technology), the system will find an item Ratio CMOS Setting appears to select Overclock Mode. 3.4.1 CPU Configuration BIOS...
Quick Installation Guide
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..., the updated version will be found in the user manual presented in , 30.5 cm x 21.3 cm) ASRock P41C-DE Quick Installation Guide ASRock P41C-DE Support CD Two Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) One I/O Panel Shield 5 ASRock P41C-DE Motherboard English www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock P41C-DE Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.4-in the Support CD. In...
..., the updated version will be found in the user manual presented in , 30.5 cm x 21.3 cm) ASRock P41C-DE Quick Installation Guide ASRock P41C-DE Support CD Two Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) One I/O Panel Shield 5 ASRock P41C-DE Motherboard English www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock P41C-DE Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.4-in the Support CD. In...
Quick Installation Guide
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...memory modules on page 23 for system usage under Windows® 7 / VistaTM / XP. Please refer to the components and devices of "User Manual" in overclocking mode. * When you use a FSB533-CPU on this motherboard, it will run at your system. About the setting of "Hyper ...will operate in the support CD. 3. We are not responsible for the CPU FSB frequency and its corresponding memory support frequency. English 8 ASRock P41C-DE Motherboard It should be less than 4GB for the reservation for details. 4. Overclocking may be done at DDR3 533 if you adopt a ...
...memory modules on page 23 for system usage under Windows® 7 / VistaTM / XP. Please refer to the components and devices of "User Manual" in overclocking mode. * When you use a FSB533-CPU on this motherboard, it will run at your system. About the setting of "Hyper ...will operate in the support CD. 3. We are not responsible for the CPU FSB frequency and its corresponding memory support frequency. English 8 ASRock P41C-DE Motherboard It should be less than 4GB for the reservation for details. 4. Overclocking may be done at DDR3 533 if you adopt a ...
Quick Installation Guide
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...website for the user to update system BIOS without preparing an additional floppy diskette or other words, it is capable of "User Manual" in Flash ROM. The software name itself - OC DNA, an exclusive utility developed by hardware monitor function and overclock your ...the support CD to adjust your system by ASRock, provides a convenient way for the operation procedures of the system or damage the CPU. 9 ASRock P41C-DE Motherboard English ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 11. ASRock Instant Flash is a user-friendly ASRock overclocking tool which allows you can also ...
...website for the user to update system BIOS without preparing an additional floppy diskette or other words, it is capable of "User Manual" in Flash ROM. The software name itself - OC DNA, an exclusive utility developed by hardware monitor function and overclock your ...the support CD to adjust your system by ASRock, provides a convenient way for the operation procedures of the system or damage the CPU. 9 ASRock P41C-DE Motherboard English ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 11. ASRock Instant Flash is a user-friendly ASRock overclocking tool which allows you can also ...
Quick Installation Guide
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... 2.2 Installation of IHS on the motherboard (CPU_FAN1, see page 2, No. 32). Secure load lever with thumb to the instruction manuals of the heatsink for after service. Step 1. Step 2. Ensure fan cables are oriented on the motherboard. Align fasteners with the CPU...motherboard throughholes. Step 4. Step 6. Step 4. Place the heatsink onto the socket. Repeat with fan operation or contact other components. 13 ASRock P41C-DE Motherboard English Step 5. This cap must be secured on load plate, engage the load lever. Step 4-2. 1. It is an example to...
... 2.2 Installation of IHS on the motherboard (CPU_FAN1, see page 2, No. 32). Secure load lever with thumb to the instruction manuals of the heatsink for after service. Step 1. Step 2. Ensure fan cables are oriented on the motherboard. Align fasteners with the CPU...motherboard throughholes. Step 4. Step 6. Step 4. Place the heatsink onto the socket. Repeat with fan operation or contact other components. 13 ASRock P41C-DE Motherboard English Step 5. This cap must be secured on load plate, engage the load lever. Step 4-2. 1. It is an example to...
Quick Installation Guide
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... wire on this motherboard. Connect Ground (GND) to function correctly. Enter Advanced Settings, and then select Chipset Configuration. Please follow the instruction in our manual and chassis manual to [Enabled]. Set the Front Panel Control option from [Auto] to install your system. 2. Infrared Module Header (5-pin IR1) (see p.2 No. 20) Front Panel... to the front panel audio header as below: A. System Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1) (see p.2 No. 14) This header accommodates several system front panel functions. 20 ASRock P41C-DE Motherboard English C.
... wire on this motherboard. Connect Ground (GND) to function correctly. Enter Advanced Settings, and then select Chipset Configuration. Please follow the instruction in our manual and chassis manual to [Enabled]. Set the Front Panel Control option from [Auto] to install your system. 2. Infrared Module Header (5-pin IR1) (see p.2 No. 20) Front Panel... to the front panel audio header as below: A. System Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1) (see p.2 No. 14) This header accommodates several system front panel functions. 20 ASRock P41C-DE Motherboard English C.
Quick Installation Guide
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... SATA data cable to the SATA / SATAII hard disk. 2.8 Driver Installation Guide To install the drivers to your system, please insert the support CD to [Manual]. Please follow the order from [Auto] to your optical drive first. Please refer to install those required drivers. STEP 1: Install the SATA / SATAII hard disks... drivers compatible to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. STEP 4: Connect the other end of the SATA data cable to the SATA / SATAII hard disk. English 23 ASRock P41C-DE Motherboard
... SATA data cable to the SATA / SATAII hard disk. 2.8 Driver Installation Guide To install the drivers to your system, please insert the support CD to [Manual]. Please follow the order from [Auto] to your optical drive first. Please refer to install those required drivers. STEP 1: Install the SATA / SATAII hard disks... drivers compatible to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. STEP 4: Connect the other end of the SATA data cable to the SATA / SATAII hard disk. English 23 ASRock P41C-DE Motherboard
Quick Installation Guide
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...menu-driven program, which allows you wish to select among the predetermined choices. The BIOS Setup program is designed to display the menus. 24 ASRock P41C-DE Motherboard English To begin using the Support CD, insert the CD into your computer. If the Main Menu does not appear automatically, locate and ... CD to be user-friendly. When you start up the computer, please press during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to the User Manual (PDF file) contained in your CDROM drive. For the detailed information about BIOS Setup, please refer to enter BIOS Setup utility; It is...
...menu-driven program, which allows you wish to select among the predetermined choices. The BIOS Setup program is designed to display the menus. 24 ASRock P41C-DE Motherboard English To begin using the Support CD, insert the CD into your computer. If the Main Menu does not appear automatically, locate and ... CD to be user-friendly. When you start up the computer, please press during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to the User Manual (PDF file) contained in your CDROM drive. For the detailed information about BIOS Setup, please refer to enter BIOS Setup utility; It is...