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... well. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock X38TurboTwins-WiFi / X38TurboTwins Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 9.6-in, 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) ASRock X38TurboTwins-WiFi / X38TurboTwins Quick Installation Guide ASRock X38TurboTwins-WiFi / X38TurboTwins Support CD ASRock WiFi-802.11g Module Operation Guide (For X38TurboTwins-WiFi Only) Motherboard Accessories One 80-conductor...
... well. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock X38TurboTwins-WiFi / X38TurboTwins Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 9.6-in, 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) ASRock X38TurboTwins-WiFi / X38TurboTwins Quick Installation Guide ASRock X38TurboTwins-WiFi / X38TurboTwins Support CD ASRock WiFi-802.11g Module Operation Guide (For X38TurboTwins-WiFi Only) Motherboard Accessories One 80-conductor...
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... the power cord is used for PCI Express cards with x1 lane width cards, such as Gigabit LAN card, SATA2 card and ASRock PCIE_DE card. Fasten the card to the chassis with the slot and press firmly until the card is used for PCI Express cards with x16 lane width graphics cards. 2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There...
... the power cord is used for PCI Express cards with x1 lane width cards, such as Gigabit LAN card, SATA2 card and ASRock PCIE_DE card. Fasten the card to the chassis with the slot and press firmly until the card is used for PCI Express cards with x16 lane width graphics cards. 2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There...
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...any of CrossFireTM. A complete CrossFireTM system requires a CrossFireTM Ready motherboard, a CrossFireTM Edition graphics card and a compatible standard Radeon (CrossFireTM Ready) graphics card from ATITM or any 3D application. 2.7 CrossFireTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireTM feature. Please...combining multiple high performance Graphics Processing Units (GPU) in CrossFireTM mode. 22 Please check AMD website for CrossFireTM VGA card support list according to benefit from the CrossFireTM multi-GPU platform. 2. For Windows® XP Vendor Chipset ATI...
...any of CrossFireTM. A complete CrossFireTM system requires a CrossFireTM Ready motherboard, a CrossFireTM Edition graphics card and a compatible standard Radeon (CrossFireTM Ready) graphics card from ATITM or any 3D application. 2.7 CrossFireTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireTM feature. Please...combining multiple high performance Graphics Processing Units (GPU) in CrossFireTM mode. 22 Please check AMD website for CrossFireTM VGA card support list according to benefit from the CrossFireTM multi-GPU platform. 2. For Windows® XP Vendor Chipset ATI...
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...to enable CrossFireTM feature. Step 2. Install one Radeon graphics card to ATITM graphics card manuals for details.) CrossFireTM Bridge 23 Enjoy the benefit of Radeon graphics cards. (CrossFireTM Bridge is provided with the graphics card you purchase, not bundled with this motherboard. In below ...procedures, we use Radeon 2600XT as the example graphics card. For other CrossFireTM cards that ATITM has released or will release in the future, please refer to PCIE3 slot. Connect two Radeon graphics cards by installing two CrossFireTM Bridge on CrossFireTM Bridge Interconnects...
...to enable CrossFireTM feature. Step 2. Install one Radeon graphics card to ATITM graphics card manuals for details.) CrossFireTM Bridge 23 Enjoy the benefit of Radeon graphics cards. (CrossFireTM Bridge is provided with the graphics card you purchase, not bundled with this motherboard. In below ...procedures, we use Radeon 2600XT as the example graphics card. For other CrossFireTM cards that ATITM has released or will release in the future, please refer to PCIE3 slot. Connect two Radeon graphics cards by installing two CrossFireTM Bridge on CrossFireTM Bridge Interconnects...
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Connect the DVI monitor cable to the DVI connector on the Radeon graphics card on PCIE2 slot. (You may use the DVI to D-Sub adapter to convert the DVI connector to D-Sub interface, and then connect the D-Sub monitor ... drivers to your computer. Please check Microsoft website for ATITM driver updates. For Windows® VistaTM OS: Install the CATALYST Control Center. Install the VGA card drivers to be installed (If you will find "ATI Catalyst Control Center" on your computer. For Windows® XP OS: A. Step 6. Step 4. ATITM recommends Windows...
Connect the DVI monitor cable to the DVI connector on the Radeon graphics card on PCIE2 slot. (You may use the DVI to D-Sub adapter to convert the DVI connector to D-Sub interface, and then connect the D-Sub monitor ... drivers to your computer. Please check Microsoft website for ATITM driver updates. For Windows® VistaTM OS: Install the CATALYST Control Center. Install the VGA card drivers to be installed (If you will find "ATI Catalyst Control Center" on your computer. For Windows® XP OS: A. Step 6. Step 4. ATITM recommends Windows...
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... identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without intent to enjoy the benefit of CrossFireTM feature. With the external add-on PCI Express VGA cards, you can freely enjoy the benefit of CrossFireTM feature. * CrossFireTM appearing here is a registered trademark of ATITM Technologies Inc., and is selected or not; Step...
... identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without intent to enjoy the benefit of CrossFireTM feature. With the external add-on PCI Express VGA cards, you can freely enjoy the benefit of CrossFireTM feature. * CrossFireTM appearing here is a registered trademark of ATITM Technologies Inc., and is selected or not; Step...
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If you use WiFi+AP functin on this motherboard, this header can be used as a 4-Pin USB 2.0 header to support...IR1) (see p.11 No. 30) GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET 1 OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L This is an interface for ASRock DeskExpress. Please follow the instruction in our manual and chassis manual to this header, please refer to install your system. 2....audio input CD1 from [Auto] to the front panel audio header as a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, TV tuner card, or MPEG card. If you don't plan to use AC'97 audio panel, please install it to [Enabled]. C. MIC_RET and ...
If you use WiFi+AP functin on this motherboard, this header can be used as a 4-Pin USB 2.0 header to support...IR1) (see p.11 No. 30) GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET 1 OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L This is an interface for ASRock DeskExpress. Please follow the instruction in our manual and chassis manual to this header, please refer to install your system. 2....audio input CD1 from [Auto] to the front panel audio header as a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, TV tuner card, or MPEG card. If you don't plan to use AC'97 audio panel, please install it to [Enabled]. C. MIC_RET and ...
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...you adopt a traditional 4-pin ATX 5 1 12V power supply. A. Please connect the HDMI_SPDIF connector of HDMI VGA card. black end B. HDMI_SPDIF header, providing SPDIF audio output to HDMI VGA card, allows the system to this connector. Then connect the white end (B or C) of HDMI_SPDIF cable to the HDMI_SPDIF... connector of HDMI VGA card to the HDMI_SPDIF header on this motherboard. white end (2-pin) C. Though this header. This COM1 header supports a serial port module. ...
...you adopt a traditional 4-pin ATX 5 1 12V power supply. A. Please connect the HDMI_SPDIF connector of HDMI VGA card. black end B. HDMI_SPDIF header, providing SPDIF audio output to HDMI VGA card, allows the system to this connector. Then connect the white end (B or C) of HDMI_SPDIF cable to the HDMI_SPDIF... connector of HDMI VGA card to the HDMI_SPDIF header on this motherboard. white end (2-pin) C. Though this header. This COM1 header supports a serial port module. ...
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...PCI Express Graphics slot on the motherboard. Connect the white end (B or C) of HDMI_SPDIF cable to the HDMI_SPDIF connector of HDMI VGA card vendor. Please refer to the user manual of HDMI_SPDIF cable to the HDMI_SPDIF header (HDMI_SPDIF1, yellow, see page 11, No. 32) ...11 HDMI_SPDIF Header Connection Guide HDMI (High-Definition Multi-media Interface) is equipped with a HDMI_SPDIF header. A complete HDMI system requires a HDMI VGA card and a HDMI ready motherboard with a HDMI_SPDIF header, which provides an interface between any compatible digital audio/ video source, such as a set-top ...
...PCI Express Graphics slot on the motherboard. Connect the white end (B or C) of HDMI_SPDIF cable to the HDMI_SPDIF connector of HDMI VGA card vendor. Please refer to the user manual of HDMI_SPDIF cable to the HDMI_SPDIF header (HDMI_SPDIF1, yellow, see page 11, No. 32) ...11 HDMI_SPDIF Header Connection Guide HDMI (High-Definition Multi-media Interface) is equipped with a HDMI_SPDIF header. A complete HDMI system requires a HDMI VGA card and a HDMI ready motherboard with a HDMI_SPDIF header, which provides an interface between any compatible digital audio/ video source, such as a set-top ...
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... options: [Auto], [1N] and [2N]. XMP Technology This option only appears when you select [Auto], the onboard HD Audio will be disabled when PCI Sound Card is plugged. You may select Profile 1 or Profile 2 and follow the string shown on the screen (Profile 1 : DDR3 1600 8-8-8-28 1.80V) to set up the...
... options: [Auto], [1N] and [2N]. XMP Technology This option only appears when you select [Auto], the onboard HD Audio will be disabled when PCI Sound Card is plugged. You may select Profile 1 or Profile 2 and follow the string shown on the screen (Profile 1 : DDR3 1600 8-8-8-28 1.80V) to set up the...
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... enable or disable the PCI IDE BusMaster feature. 64 PCI IDE BusMaster Use this item to keep the default value unless the installed PCI expansion cards' specifications require other settings. 3.3.5PCIPnP Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Advanced PCI / PnP Settings PCI Latency Timer PCI IDE BusMaster [32] [Enabled] Value in units...
... enable or disable the PCI IDE BusMaster feature. 64 PCI IDE BusMaster Use this item to keep the default value unless the installed PCI expansion cards' specifications require other settings. 3.3.5PCIPnP Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Advanced PCI / PnP Settings PCI Latency Timer PCI IDE BusMaster [32] [Enabled] Value in units...
Quick Installation Guide
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... ATA (SATA) HDD Power Cable (Optional) One HDMI_SPDIF Cable (Optional) One "ASRock 1394_SPDIF I/O Plus" I/O Panel Shield WiFi Accessories (For X38TurboTwins-WiFi Only) One ASRock WiFi-802.11g Module One Antenna One WiFi Bracket 5 ASRock X38TurboTwins-WiFi / X38TurboTwins Motherboard English You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. This Quick Installation Guide contains introduction of this...
... ATA (SATA) HDD Power Cable (Optional) One HDMI_SPDIF Cable (Optional) One "ASRock 1394_SPDIF I/O Plus" I/O Panel Shield WiFi Accessories (For X38TurboTwins-WiFi Only) One ASRock WiFi-802.11g Module One Antenna One WiFi Bracket 5 ASRock X38TurboTwins-WiFi / X38TurboTwins Motherboard English You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website without notice. This Quick Installation Guide contains introduction of this...
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... slots: PCI slots are 3 PCI slots and 3 PCI Express slots on PCI Express VGA cards, you intend to the document at the following path in the Support CD: ..\ Surround Display Information 16 ASRock X38TurboTwins-WiFi / X38TurboTwins Motherboard English Align the card connector with screws. 2.5 CrossFireTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireTM feature. For the detailed instruction...
... slots: PCI slots are 3 PCI slots and 3 PCI Express slots on PCI Express VGA cards, you intend to the document at the following path in the Support CD: ..\ Surround Display Information 16 ASRock X38TurboTwins-WiFi / X38TurboTwins Motherboard English Align the card connector with screws. 2.5 CrossFireTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireTM feature. For the detailed instruction...
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...a 4-Pin USB 2.0 header to this header can be used as a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, TV tuner card, or MPEG card. For Windows® VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS: Click the right-top "Folder" icon , choose "Disable...Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.2 No. 30) This header supports the Hot Plug detection function for ASRock DeskExpress. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the lower right hand taskbar to function correctly...., choose "Disable front panel jack detection", and save the change by clicking "OK". 22 ASRock X38TurboTwins-WiFi / X38TurboTwins Motherboard English
...a 4-Pin USB 2.0 header to this header can be used as a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, TV tuner card, or MPEG card. For Windows® VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS: Click the right-top "Folder" icon , choose "Disable...Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.2 No. 30) This header supports the Hot Plug detection function for ASRock DeskExpress. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the lower right hand taskbar to function correctly...., choose "Disable front panel jack detection", and save the change by clicking "OK". 22 ASRock X38TurboTwins-WiFi / X38TurboTwins Motherboard English
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...32) HDMI_SPDIF Cable (Optional) A. Please connect the HDMI_SPDIF connector of HDMI VGA card to con nect HDMI Digital TV/ projector/LCD devices. B. white end (3-pin) 24 ASRock X38TurboTwins-WiFi / X38TurboTwins Motherboard English Though this connector. black end C B A HDMI_SPDIF header, providing... SPDIF audio output to HDMI VGA card, allows the system to this motherboard. Please connect...
...32) HDMI_SPDIF Cable (Optional) A. Please connect the HDMI_SPDIF connector of HDMI VGA card to con nect HDMI Digital TV/ projector/LCD devices. B. white end (3-pin) 24 ASRock X38TurboTwins-WiFi / X38TurboTwins Motherboard English Though this connector. black end C B A HDMI_SPDIF header, providing... SPDIF audio output to HDMI VGA card, allows the system to this motherboard. Please connect...
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...Guide HDMI (High-Definition Multi-media Interface) is an all-digital audio/video specification, which provides SPDIF audio output to HDMI VGA card, allows the system to connect HDMI Digital TV/projector/LCD devices. If you need to connect one eSATAII device to enable the bottom... your eSATAII devices to page 33 of the I /O shield. How to AHCI or RAID mode, Hot Plug function is enabled. 25 ASRock X38TurboTwins-WiFi / X38TurboTwins Motherboard To use eSATAII function in working condition. 2. Then the bottom eSATAII port of "User Manual" in BIOS setup to install eSATAII?...
...Guide HDMI (High-Definition Multi-media Interface) is an all-digital audio/video specification, which provides SPDIF audio output to HDMI VGA card, allows the system to connect HDMI Digital TV/projector/LCD devices. If you need to connect one eSATAII device to enable the bottom... your eSATAII devices to page 33 of the I /O shield. How to AHCI or RAID mode, Hot Plug function is enabled. 25 ASRock X38TurboTwins-WiFi / X38TurboTwins Motherboard To use eSATAII function in working condition. 2. Then the bottom eSATAII port of "User Manual" in BIOS setup to install eSATAII?...