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3.4.4 Storage Configuration 45 3.4.5 PCIPnP Configuration 47 3.4.6 Super IO Configuration 48 3.4.7 USB Configuration 49 3.5 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen 50 3.6 Boot Screen 51 3.6.1 Boot Settings Configuration 51 3.7 Security Screen 52 3.8 Exit Screen 53 4 Software Support 54 4.1 Install Operating System 54 4.2 Support CD Information 54 4.2.1 Running Support CD 54 4.2.2 Drivers Menu 54 4.2.3 Utilities Menu 54 4.2.4 Contact Information 54 4
3.4.4 Storage Configuration 45 3.4.5 PCIPnP Configuration 47 3.4.6 Super IO Configuration 48 3.4.7 USB Configuration 49 3.5 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen 50 3.6 Boot Screen 51 3.6.1 Boot Settings Configuration 51 3.7 Security Screen 52 3.8 Exit Screen 53 4 Software Support 54 4.1 Install Operating System 54 4.2 Support CD Information 54 4.2.1 Running Support CD 54 4.2.2 Drivers Menu 54 4.2.3 Utilities Menu 54 4.2.4 Contact Information 54 4
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... model you for purchasing ASRock P43DE2 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. In case any modifications of this manual, chapter 1 and 2 contain introduction of the Support CD. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock P43DE2 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 11.6-in x 7.6-in, 29.5 cm x 19.3 cm) ASRock P43DE2 Quick Installation Guide ASRock P43DE2 Support CD Two Serial...
... model you for purchasing ASRock P43DE2 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. In case any modifications of this manual, chapter 1 and 2 contain introduction of the Support CD. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock P43DE2 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 11.6-in x 7.6-in, 29.5 cm x 19.3 cm) ASRock P43DE2 Quick Installation Guide ASRock P43DE2 Support CD Two Serial...
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...2 x DDR2 DIMM slots - Dual Channel DDR2 Memory Technology (see CAUTION 2) - PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports EM64T CPU - Realtek RTL8111C - Supports Wake-On-LAN I /O Connector - Supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 6) - 1 x IR header - 1 x Power LED header - HD Audio Jack: Line in ,... 29.5 cm x 19.3 cm - LGA 775 for CPU power - capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 4) - Front panel audio connector 6 Support DDR2 1066/800/667 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 5) - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (blue @ x16 mode) - 3 x PCI Express...
...2 x DDR2 DIMM slots - Dual Channel DDR2 Memory Technology (see CAUTION 2) - PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports EM64T CPU - Realtek RTL8111C - Supports Wake-On-LAN I /O Connector - Supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 6) - 1 x IR header - 1 x Power LED header - HD Audio Jack: Line in ,... 29.5 cm x 19.3 cm - LGA 775 for CPU power - capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 4) - Front panel audio connector 6 Support DDR2 1066/800/667 non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 5) - 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (blue @ x16 mode) - 3 x PCI Express...
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... VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit / XP / XP 64-bit compliant Certifications - Supports "Plug and Play" - ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), ASRock Software Suite (CyberLink DVD Suite and Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi MB) (OEM ... Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 8) - FCC, CE, WHQL - AMI Legal BIOS - Supports Jumperfree - AMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - CPU VID, VCCM, NB, SB, VTT, CPU PLL Voltage Multi-adjustment - Supports I. ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 12) - Instant Boot - Hybrid Booster: - CPU Quiet Fan ...
... VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit / XP / XP 64-bit compliant Certifications - Supports "Plug and Play" - ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), ASRock Software Suite (CyberLink DVD Suite and Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi MB) (OEM ... Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 8) - FCC, CE, WHQL - AMI Legal BIOS - Supports Jumperfree - AMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - CPU VID, VCCM, NB, SB, VTT, CPU PLL Voltage Multi-adjustment - Supports I. ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 12) - Instant Boot - Hybrid Booster: - CPU Quiet Fan ...
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...in Flash ROM. CPU FSB Frequency Memory Support Frequency 1600 DDR2 800, DDR2 1066 1333 DDR2 667, DDR2 800, DDR2 1066 1066 DDR2 667, DDR2 800, DDR2 1066 800 DDR2 667, DDR2 800 5. It is a user-friendly ASRock overclocking tool which allows you to SATAII ...less than 4GB for the reservation for details. 3. About the setting of memory modules on page 16 for proper installation. 4. This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. ASRock Instant Flash is able to get the best system performance under Microsoft® Windows® 7 64-bit / 7 / VistaTM 64-...
...in Flash ROM. CPU FSB Frequency Memory Support Frequency 1600 DDR2 800, DDR2 1066 1333 DDR2 667, DDR2 800, DDR2 1066 1066 DDR2 667, DDR2 800, DDR2 1066 800 DDR2 667, DDR2 800 5. It is a user-friendly ASRock overclocking tool which allows you to SATAII ...less than 4GB for the reservation for details. 3. About the setting of memory modules on page 16 for proper installation. 4. This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. ASRock Instant Flash is able to get the best system performance under Microsoft® Windows® 7 64-bit / 7 / VistaTM 64-...
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Step 2-3. Step 4-2. Step 4-3. Remove PnP Cap (Pick and Place Cap): Use your left hand index finger and thumb to support the load plate edge, engage PnP cap with load plate tab under retention tab of the socket. Close the socket: Step 4-1. This cap must be ...
Step 2-3. Step 4-2. Step 4-3. Remove PnP Cap (Pick and Place Cap): Use your left hand index finger and thumb to support the load plate edge, engage PnP cap with load plate tab under retention tab of the socket. Close the socket: Step 4-1. This cap must be ...
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... manuals of the heatsink for 775-LAND CPU. Then connect the CPU fan to improve heat dissipation. Connect fan header with remaining fasteners. Ensure that supports Intel 775-LAND CPU. Below is equipped with 775-Pin socket that the CPU and the heatsink are oriented on side closest to the CPU...
... manuals of the heatsink for 775-LAND CPU. Then connect the CPU fan to improve heat dissipation. Connect fan header with remaining fasteners. Ensure that supports Intel 775-LAND CPU. Below is equipped with 775-Pin socket that the CPU and the heatsink are oriented on side closest to the CPU...
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... slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot. 2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) P43DE2 motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR2 (Double Data Rate 2) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Step 1. notch break notch break The DIMM only fits in the DDR2 DIMM slots to...
... slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot. 2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) P43DE2 motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR2 (Double Data Rate 2) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Step 1. notch break notch break The DIMM only fits in the DDR2 DIMM slots to...
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... 21) USB_PWR P-9 P+9 GND DUMMY 1 GND P+8 P-8 USB_PWR USB_PWR P-7 P+7 GND DUMMY 1 GND P+6 P-6 USB_PWR IRTX +5V DUMMY 1 GND IRRX These four Serial ATAII (SATAII) connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices. Each USB 2.0 header can be connected to 3.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. This header...receiving infrared module. 19 Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage of the SATA data cable can support two USB 2.0 ports. Either end of the motherboard! The current SATAII interface allows up to the SATA / SATAII hard disk or ...
... 21) USB_PWR P-9 P+9 GND DUMMY 1 GND P+8 P-8 USB_PWR USB_PWR P-7 P+7 GND DUMMY 1 GND P+6 P-6 USB_PWR IRTX +5V DUMMY 1 GND IRRX These four Serial ATAII (SATAII) connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices. Each USB 2.0 header can be connected to 3.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. This header...receiving infrared module. 19 Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage of the SATA data cable can support two USB 2.0 ports. Either end of the motherboard! The current SATAII interface allows up to the SATA / SATAII hard disk or ...
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...for front panel audio cable that allows convenient connection and control of "Playback" portion. Enter Windows system. Click the icon on the chassis must support HDA to the "Front Mic" Tab in "Front Mic" of audio devices. 1. Please follow the instruction in our manual and chassis manual... to enter Realtek HD Audio Manager. Connect Ground (GND) to OUT2_L. You don't need to hear your system. 2. G. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the lower right hand taskbar to install your voice through front mic, please deselect "Mute" icon in ...
...for front panel audio cable that allows convenient connection and control of "Playback" portion. Enter Windows system. Click the icon on the chassis must support HDA to the "Front Mic" Tab in "Front Mic" of audio devices. 1. Please follow the instruction in our manual and chassis manual... to enter Realtek HD Audio Manager. Connect Ground (GND) to OUT2_L. You don't need to hear your system. 2. G. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the lower right hand taskbar to install your voice through front mic, please deselect "Mute" icon in ...
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... to this header. The LED is on this motherboard, please connect it to this connector. 1 13 Though this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can still work successfully even without the fan speed control function. Please connect the fan cables to the fan connectors...
... to this header. The LED is on this motherboard, please connect it to this connector. 1 13 Though this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can still work successfully even without the fan speed control function. Please connect the fan cables to the fan connectors...
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... of SATAII hard disks may not be enabled. Western Digital 7531 8642 If pin 5 and pin 6 are just for details: http://www.hitachigst.com/hdd/support/download.htm The above examples are shorted, SATA 1.5Gb/s will be at SATAII mode. On the other hand, if you want to SATAII mode in...
... of SATAII hard disks may not be enabled. Western Digital 7531 8642 If pin 5 and pin 6 are just for details: http://www.hitachigst.com/hdd/support/download.htm The above examples are shorted, SATA 1.5Gb/s will be at SATAII mode. On the other hand, if you want to SATAII mode in...
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.... STEP 3: Connect one end of your chassis. This section will guide you to the motherboard's SATAII connector. Intel® ICH10 south bridge chipset provides hardware support for Advanced Host controller Interface (AHCI), a new programming interface for SATA / SATAII Devices in working condition. STEP 1: Install the SATA / SATAII hard disks... the system is not recommended to switch the "Configure SATAII as" setting after OS installation. 2.11 Hot Plug Function for SATA / SATAII HDDs P43DE2 supports Hot Plug function for SATA host controllers developed thru a joint industry effort.
.... STEP 3: Connect one end of your chassis. This section will guide you to the motherboard's SATAII connector. Intel® ICH10 south bridge chipset provides hardware support for Advanced Host controller Interface (AHCI), a new programming interface for SATA / SATAII Devices in working condition. STEP 1: Install the SATA / SATAII hard disks... the system is not recommended to switch the "Configure SATAII as" setting after OS installation. 2.11 Hot Plug Function for SATA / SATAII HDDs P43DE2 supports Hot Plug function for SATA host controllers developed thru a joint industry effort.
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...SATAII HDD Hot Plug feature carefully. Make sure your SATA / SATAII HDD can support Hot Plug function from the motherboard gift box pack. Please make sure the SATA / SATAII driver is available on our website: www.asrock.com 2. Before you process the Hot Plug: 1. Even some SATA / ... step by the chipset because of its limitation, the SATA / SATAII Hot Plug support information of our motherboard is designed only for SATA / SATAII HDD in the product spec on our support website: www.asrock.com 4. SATA power cable with SATA 15-pin power connector interface A. The SATA...
...SATAII HDD Hot Plug feature carefully. Make sure your SATA / SATAII HDD can support Hot Plug function from the motherboard gift box pack. Please make sure the SATA / SATAII driver is available on our website: www.asrock.com 2. Before you process the Hot Plug: 1. Even some SATA / ... step by the chipset because of its limitation, the SATA / SATAII Hot Plug support information of our motherboard is designed only for SATA / SATAII HDD in the product spec on our support website: www.asrock.com 4. SATA power cable with SATA 15-pin power connector interface A. The SATA...
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.... 2.14.1 Installing Windows® XP / XP 64-bit Without RAID Functions If you want to install Windows® XP / XP 64-bit OS on the support CD driver page. Therefore, the drivers you install can be auto-detected and listed on your SATA / SATAII HDDs without RAID functions, please follow the... want to install Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit / XP / XP 64-bit OS on your optical drive first. AHCI mode is not supported under Windows® XP / XP 64-bit OS. STEP 2: Install Windows® XP / XP 64-bit OS on your SATA / SATAII HDDs without NCQ function...
.... 2.14.1 Installing Windows® XP / XP 64-bit Without RAID Functions If you want to install Windows® XP / XP 64-bit OS on the support CD driver page. Therefore, the drivers you install can be auto-detected and listed on your SATA / SATAII HDDs without RAID functions, please follow the... want to install Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit / XP / XP 64-bit OS on your optical drive first. AHCI mode is not supported under Windows® XP / XP 64-bit OS. STEP 2: Install Windows® XP / XP 64-bit OS on your SATA / SATAII HDDs without NCQ function...
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...® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS on your system. Please refer to the warning on your system. 2.15 Untied Overclocking Technology This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology, which means during overclocking, but PCI / PCIE buses are in the option "Configure SATAII as ", please set the selection from [Auto] to...
...® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS on your system. Please refer to the warning on your system. 2.15 Untied Overclocking Technology This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology, which means during overclocking, but PCI / PCIE buses are in the option "Configure SATAII as ", please set the selection from [Auto] to...
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... voltage points to [Enabled]. Max: 28. If you install Windows® XP and select [Auto], you will be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. 32 Min: 3. Max: 15. The default value is [Auto]. Ratio Status This is unlocked, you need to allow you changing the...
... voltage points to [Enabled]. Max: 28. If you install Windows® XP and select [Auto], you will be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. 32 Min: 3. Max: 15. The default value is [Auto]. Ratio Status This is unlocked, you need to allow you changing the...
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...32 Intel Architecture. The default value is an enhancement to system stability or compatibility issue with an Intel Pentium® 4 processor that supports Hyper-Threading technology and an operating system that enabling this function, please set to [Enabled], a VMM (Virtual Machine Architecture) can...the "Power Schemes" as Microsoft® Windows® XP / VistaTM / 7. This item will be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. Please note that includes optimization for this technology, such as "Portable/Laptop" to enable this item to [...
...32 Intel Architecture. The default value is an enhancement to system stability or compatibility issue with an Intel Pentium® 4 processor that supports Hyper-Threading technology and an operating system that enabling this function, please set to [Enabled], a VMM (Virtual Machine Architecture) can...the "Power Schemes" as Microsoft® Windows® XP / VistaTM / 7. This item will be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. Please note that includes optimization for this technology, such as "Portable/Laptop" to enable this item to [...
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... BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced ACPI Configuration Suspend To RAM Restore on AC/Power Loss This allows you plan to use this feature if the OS supports it. If [Power On] is [Disabled]. Restore on AC/Power Loss Ring-In Power On PCI Devices Power On PS / 2 Keyboard Power On RTC Alarm...
... BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced ACPI Configuration Suspend To RAM Restore on AC/Power Loss This allows you plan to use this feature if the OS supports it. If [Power On] is [Disabled]. Restore on AC/Power Loss Ring-In Power On PCI Devices Power On PS / 2 Keyboard Power On RTC Alarm...
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...is installed, please select [Enhanced]. Configuration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) supports NCQ and other new features that will appear. 3.4.4 Storage Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Storage Configuration SATAII Configuration ...Type LBA/Large Mode Block (Multi-Sector Transfer) PIO Mode DMA Mode S.M.A.R.T. 32Bit Data Transfer :Hard Disk :ST340014A :40.0 GB :Supported :16Sectors :4 :MultiWord DMA-2 :Ultra DMA-5 :Supported [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Select the type of device connected to [IDE] or ...
...is installed, please select [Enhanced]. Configuration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) supports NCQ and other new features that will appear. 3.4.4 Storage Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Storage Configuration SATAII Configuration ...Type LBA/Large Mode Block (Multi-Sector Transfer) PIO Mode DMA Mode S.M.A.R.T. 32Bit Data Transfer :Hard Disk :ST340014A :40.0 GB :Supported :16Sectors :4 :MultiWord DMA-2 :Ultra DMA-5 :Supported [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] Select the type of device connected to [IDE] or ...