RAID Installation Guide
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...) Hard Disks Installation 2 2. Guide to RAID Configurations 3 2.1 Introduction of RAID 3 2.2 RAID Configuration Precautions 6 2.3 Installing Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit With RAID Functions 7 2.4 Setting the BIOS RAID Items 8 2.5 Configuring a RAID array 8 2.5.1 Configuring a RAID array Using UEFI Setup Utility....... 8 2.5.2 Configuring a RAID array Using Intel RAID...
...) Hard Disks Installation 2 2. Guide to RAID Configurations 3 2.1 Introduction of RAID 3 2.2 RAID Configuration Precautions 6 2.3 Installing Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit With RAID Functions 7 2.4 Setting the BIOS RAID Items 8 2.5 Configuring a RAID array 8 2.5.1 Configuring a RAID array Using UEFI Setup Utility....... 8 2.5.2 Configuring a RAID array Using Intel RAID...
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... SETUP UTILITY Boot to disable "CSM". Boot your RAID configuration. Press key to save your change before setting your system, and press key to enter BIOS setup utility. Go to Advanced Storage Configuration and set "Fast Boot" to [Ultra Fast]. For Windows® 7: Go to UEFI SETUP UTILITY Boot CSM to... set the necessary RAID items in the BIOS before you exit BIOS setup. 2.5 Configuring a RAID array You can configure a RAID array using either UEFI Setup Utility or Intel® RAID...
... SETUP UTILITY Boot to disable "CSM". Boot your RAID configuration. Press key to save your change before setting your system, and press key to enter BIOS setup utility. Go to Advanced Storage Configuration and set "Fast Boot" to [Ultra Fast]. For Windows® 7: Go to UEFI SETUP UTILITY Boot CSM to... set the necessary RAID items in the BIOS before you exit BIOS setup. 2.5 Configuring a RAID array You can configure a RAID array using either UEFI Setup Utility or Intel® RAID...
RAID Installation Guide
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Then, the Intel RAID Utility - Volume0 13 Create RAID Volume window appears. Press . In the Create Volume Menu, under Name item, please key-in a unique name with 1-16 letters for your computer. Wait until you see the RAID software prompting you to press . 2.5.2 Configuring a RAID array Using Intel RAID BIOS Reboot your RAID volume then press .
Then, the Intel RAID Utility - Volume0 13 Create RAID Volume window appears. Press . In the Create Volume Menu, under Name item, please key-in a unique name with 1-16 letters for your computer. Wait until you see the RAID software prompting you to press . 2.5.2 Configuring a RAID array Using Intel RAID BIOS Reboot your RAID volume then press .
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Please note that you are only allowed to create one RAID partition at a time under Windows environment to configure RAID functions after you want to create an extra RAID partition, please use the RAID utility under BIOS RAID environment. After the completion, you will see the detailed information about the RAID that you set up. If you want to complete the setup of RAID. If you install OS. Press to delete a RAID volume, please select the option Delete RAID Volume, press , and then follow the instructions on the screen. 16
Please note that you are only allowed to create one RAID partition at a time under Windows environment to configure RAID functions after you want to create an extra RAID partition, please use the RAID utility under BIOS RAID environment. After the completion, you will see the detailed information about the RAID that you set up. If you want to complete the setup of RAID. If you install OS. Press to delete a RAID volume, please select the option Delete RAID Volume, press , and then follow the instructions on the screen. 16
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Installing Windows® on a HDD under 2TB in RAID mode After the UEFI and RAID BIOS setup you may start installing Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit OS as usual. 17 3.
Installing Windows® on a HDD under 2TB in RAID mode After the UEFI and RAID BIOS setup you may start installing Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit OS as usual. 17 3.
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... than 2TB. STEP 1: Copy Intel® RAID drivers into a USB flash disk You can download the drivers from ASRock's website and unzip the files into a USB flash disk or copy the files from ASRock's motherboard support CD. (Please copy the files under the following directory: 32 bit: ..\i386\Win7_Intel.. 64-bit: ..\AMD64... the item "UEFI:" to use Windows® 7 64-bit or Windows® 8 64-bit. 4. Please make sure to boot. 18 After the UEFI and RAID BIOS setup, please follow the steps below.
... than 2TB. STEP 1: Copy Intel® RAID drivers into a USB flash disk You can download the drivers from ASRock's website and unzip the files into a USB flash disk or copy the files from ASRock's motherboard support CD. (Please copy the files under the following directory: 32 bit: ..\i386\Win7_Intel.. 64-bit: ..\AMD64... the item "UEFI:" to use Windows® 7 64-bit or Windows® 8 64-bit. 4. Please make sure to boot. 18 After the UEFI and RAID BIOS setup, please follow the steps below.
Intel Rapid Storage Guide
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... you have selected RAID 1, use the up or down arrow keys to scroll through the list of hard drives and press Space to enter the BIOS Setup program after the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) memory test begins. 2. Select the appropriate number of hard drives by using the up or ... a RAID volume (F6 install method) In order to install an operating system onto a RAID volume, the RAID option must be enabled in the system BIOS. 1. When the Intel Rapid Storage Technology option ROM status screen appears during operating system setup. Click the Storage Configuration menu. 4. Enable RAID in System...
... you have selected RAID 1, use the up or down arrow keys to scroll through the list of hard drives and press Space to enter the BIOS Setup program after the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) memory test begins. 2. Select the appropriate number of hard drives by using the up or ... a RAID volume (F6 install method) In order to install an operating system onto a RAID volume, the RAID option must be enabled in the system BIOS. 1. When the Intel Rapid Storage Technology option ROM status screen appears during operating system setup. Click the Storage Configuration menu. 4. Enable RAID in System...
User Manual
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... version will be subject to change without further notice. Chapter 3 contains the operation guide of the BIOS setup. ASRock website http:// www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Q87M vPro Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Q87M vPro Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Q87M vPro Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x I/O Panel Shield 1 English In case any...
... version will be subject to change without further notice. Chapter 3 contains the operation guide of the BIOS setup. ASRock website http:// www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Q87M vPro Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Q87M vPro Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Q87M vPro Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x I/O Panel Shield 1 English In case any...
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... • 1 x 8 pin 12V power connector • 1 x Front panel audio connector • 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) • 1 x USB 3.0 header (support 2 USB 3.0 ports) BIOS Feature • 64Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with Multilingual GUI support • ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events • SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support • CPU, DRAM, PCH 1.05V, PCH 1.5V Voltage Multi...
... • 1 x 8 pin 12V power connector • 1 x Front panel audio connector • 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) • 1 x USB 3.0 header (support 2 USB 3.0 ports) BIOS Feature • 64Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with Multilingual GUI support • ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events • SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support • CPU, DRAM, PCH 1.05V, PCH 1.5V Voltage Multi...
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...ready power supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com Please realize that Windows® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to the components and devices of your system. Due to limitation, the actual memory ... memory that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools. Q87M vPro Support CD Hardware Monitor OS Certifications • Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), CyberLink...
...ready power supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com Please realize that Windows® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to the components and devices of your system. Due to limitation, the actual memory ... memory that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools. Q87M vPro Support CD Hardware Monitor OS Certifications • Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), CyberLink...
User Manual
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... must use FAT32/16/12 file system. 1.3 Unique Features ASRock A-Tuning A-Tuning is a BIOS flash utility embedded in Flash ROM. This convenient BIOS update tool allows you to your USB storage devices. ASRock XFast USB ASRock XFast USB can boost the performance of Your Data: With ...Youtube HD videos and download simultaneously. Just save the new BIOS file to update the system BIOS in games. Traffic Shaping: You can easily recognize which includes the benefits listed below. ASRock Instant Flash ASRock Instant Flash is ASRock's multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more...
... must use FAT32/16/12 file system. 1.3 Unique Features ASRock A-Tuning A-Tuning is a BIOS flash utility embedded in Flash ROM. This convenient BIOS update tool allows you to your USB storage devices. ASRock XFast USB ASRock XFast USB can boost the performance of Your Data: With ...Youtube HD videos and download simultaneously. Just save the new BIOS file to update the system BIOS in games. Traffic Shaping: You can easily recognize which includes the benefits listed below. ASRock Instant Flash ASRock Instant Flash is ASRock's multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more...
User Manual
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...latest UEFI firmware version from bypassing OMG, guest accounts without permission to modify the system time are able to extend their BIOS without entering Windows® OS. Q87M vPro ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM is that it also boosts the speed of failing. It fully utilizes the memory space that... BIOS files need to other users. Please note that cannot be placed in order to establish an internet curfew or restrict ...
...latest UEFI firmware version from bypassing OMG, guest accounts without permission to modify the system time are able to extend their BIOS without entering Windows® OS. Q87M vPro ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM is that it also boosts the speed of failing. It fully utilizes the memory space that... BIOS files need to other users. Please note that cannot be placed in order to establish an internet curfew or restrict ...
User Manual
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... waste precious time everyday typing usernames to access the UEFI setup. ASRock Good Night LED ASRock Good Night LED technology offers you can connect with another smartphone, tablet or computer. By enabling Good Night LED in the BIOS, the Power/HDD LEDs will be switched off the Power and ...Keyboard LEDs when the system enters into Standby/Hibernation mode as well. ASRock USB Key In a world where time is included in to windows automatically...
... waste precious time everyday typing usernames to access the UEFI setup. ASRock Good Night LED ASRock Good Night LED technology offers you can connect with another smartphone, tablet or computer. By enabling Good Night LED in the BIOS, the Power/HDD LEDs will be switched off the Power and ...Keyboard LEDs when the system enters into Standby/Hibernation mode as well. ASRock USB Key In a world where time is included in to windows automatically...
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PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard 1.4 Motherboard Layout 12 3 1 PWR_FAN1 TPMS1 ATX12V1 Q87M vPro 45 67 CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 DVI1 VGA DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_A2 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, ...T: USB2 B: USB3 USB 3.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 CMOS Battery USB 3.0 T: USB0 Top: B: USB1 RJ-45 LAN Q87M vPro PCI Express 3.0 Super I/O HD_AUDIO1 1 PCIE1 PCIE2 PCI1 RoHS PCIE3 COM1 1 LPT1 Intel Q87 USB6_7 1 USB4_5 1 CI1 1 1 USB3_4_5 64Mb BIOS CHA_FAN2 SATA_5 SATA_3 SATA_1 SATA_4 SATA_2 SATA_0 CHA_FAN1 CLRCMOS1 1 SPEAKER1 1 PANEL1 PLED PWRBTN PLED1 1 1 HDLED RESET...
PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard 1.4 Motherboard Layout 12 3 1 PWR_FAN1 TPMS1 ATX12V1 Q87M vPro 45 67 CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 DVI1 VGA DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_A2 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, ...T: USB2 B: USB3 USB 3.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 CMOS Battery USB 3.0 T: USB0 Top: B: USB1 RJ-45 LAN Q87M vPro PCI Express 3.0 Super I/O HD_AUDIO1 1 PCIE1 PCIE2 PCI1 RoHS PCIE3 COM1 1 LPT1 Intel Q87 USB6_7 1 USB4_5 1 CI1 1 1 USB3_4_5 64Mb BIOS CHA_FAN2 SATA_5 SATA_3 SATA_1 SATA_4 SATA_2 SATA_0 CHA_FAN1 CLRCMOS1 1 SPEAKER1 1 PANEL1 PLED PWRBTN PLED1 1 1 HDLED RESET...
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... must boot up the system first, and then shut it down before you update the BIOS. If you to short pin2 and pin3 on these 2 pins. Q87M vPro 2.5 Jumpers Setup The illustration shows how jumpers are "Short" when a jumper cap is "Open". However, please do not clear the CMOS right after you do...
... must boot up the system first, and then shut it down before you update the BIOS. If you to short pin2 and pin3 on these 2 pins. Q87M vPro 2.5 Jumpers Setup The illustration shows how jumpers are "Short" when a jumper cap is "Open". However, please do not clear the CMOS right after you do...
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Press F10 to AHCI. Press F2 to enter BIOS, then go to Advanced ‐> Storage Configuration and change SATA Mode to save changes and exit. 5. If there are SSD's installed into your hidden partition ... Editor window and restart the computer. 4. The system will discover the new device and install AHCI drivers automatically. 3.3.2 Setup Guide Configuring Rapid Start Step 1 Run ASRock Rapid Start utility from Start -> All Programs -> ASRock Utility. Q87M vPro 3.
Press F10 to AHCI. Press F2 to enter BIOS, then go to Advanced ‐> Storage Configuration and change SATA Mode to save changes and exit. 5. If there are SSD's installed into your hidden partition ... Editor window and restart the computer. 4. The system will discover the new device and install AHCI drivers automatically. 3.3.2 Setup Guide Configuring Rapid Start Step 1 Run ASRock Rapid Start utility from Start -> All Programs -> ASRock Utility. Q87M vPro 3.
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Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 4.1 Introduction ASRock Interactive UEFI is constantly being updated, the following selections: Main For setting system time/date information OC Tweaker For overclocking configurations Advanced For advanced system .... You may run the UEFI Setup Utility by pressing the reset button on the computer, otherwise, the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) will it make BIOS setup less difficult but also a lot more amusing. This section explains how to use the UEFI Setup Utility to enter the UEFI Setup Utility after...
Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 4.1 Introduction ASRock Interactive UEFI is constantly being updated, the following selections: Main For setting system time/date information OC Tweaker For overclocking configurations Advanced For advanced system .... You may run the UEFI Setup Utility by pressing the reset button on the computer, otherwise, the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) will it make BIOS setup less difficult but also a lot more amusing. This section explains how to use the UEFI Setup Utility to enter the UEFI Setup Utility after...
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Hide Un-Configure ME Confirmation Prompt Use this item to enable/disable MEBx debug message output. MEBx Debug Message Output Use this item to enable/disable hide un-configure ME without password. 74 English 4.4.6 AMT Configuration Intel AMT Use this item to enable/disable MEBx selection screen. MEBx Selection Screen Use this item to enable/disable Intel(R) Active Management Technology BIOS Extension. Un-Configure ME Use this item to enable/disable un-configure ME without password confirmation prompt. BIOS Hotkey Pressed Use this item to enable/disable BIOS hotkey press.
Hide Un-Configure ME Confirmation Prompt Use this item to enable/disable MEBx debug message output. MEBx Debug Message Output Use this item to enable/disable hide un-configure ME without password. 74 English 4.4.6 AMT Configuration Intel AMT Use this item to enable/disable MEBx selection screen. MEBx Selection Screen Use this item to enable/disable Intel(R) Active Management Technology BIOS Extension. Un-Configure ME Use this item to enable/disable un-configure ME without password confirmation prompt. BIOS Hotkey Pressed Use this item to enable/disable BIOS hotkey press.
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4.5 Tools Instant Flash Save UEFI files in your USB storage device and run Instant Flash to plug in your UEFI. Internet Flash ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates the latest UEFI firmware version from our servers for you. Please setup network configuration before using Internet Flash. *For BIOS backup and recovery purpose, it is recommended to update your USB pen drive before using this function. 82 English
4.5 Tools Instant Flash Save UEFI files in your USB storage device and run Instant Flash to plug in your UEFI. Internet Flash ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates the latest UEFI firmware version from our servers for you. Please setup network configuration before using Internet Flash. *For BIOS backup and recovery purpose, it is recommended to update your USB pen drive before using this function. 82 English
Quick Installation Guide
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PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard Motherboard Layout 12 3 1 PWR_FAN1 TPMS1 ATX12V1 Q87M vPro 45 67 CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 DVI1 VGA DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_A2 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-... T: USB2 B: USB3 USB 3.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 CMOS Battery USB 3.0 T: USB0 Top: B: USB1 RJ-45 LAN Q87M vPro PCI Express 3.0 Super I/O HD_AUDIO1 1 PCIE1 PCIE2 PCI1 RoHS PCIE3 COM1 1 LPT1 Intel Q87 USB6_7 1 USB4_5 1 CI1 1 1 USB3_4_5 64Mb BIOS CHA_FAN2 SATA_5 SATA_3 SATA_1 SATA_4 SATA_2 SATA_0 CHA_FAN1 CLRCMOS1 1 SPEAKER1 1 PANEL1 PLED PWRBTN PLED1 1 1 HDLED RESET...
PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard Motherboard Layout 12 3 1 PWR_FAN1 TPMS1 ATX12V1 Q87M vPro 45 67 CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 DVI1 VGA DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_A2 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-... T: USB2 B: USB3 USB 3.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 CMOS Battery USB 3.0 T: USB0 Top: B: USB1 RJ-45 LAN Q87M vPro PCI Express 3.0 Super I/O HD_AUDIO1 1 PCIE1 PCIE2 PCI1 RoHS PCIE3 COM1 1 LPT1 Intel Q87 USB6_7 1 USB4_5 1 CI1 1 1 USB3_4_5 64Mb BIOS CHA_FAN2 SATA_5 SATA_3 SATA_1 SATA_4 SATA_2 SATA_0 CHA_FAN1 CLRCMOS1 1 SPEAKER1 1 PANEL1 PLED PWRBTN PLED1 1 1 HDLED RESET...