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Z68M-ITX/HT User Manual Version 1.0 Published July 2011 Copyright©2011 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. 1
Z68M-ITX/HT User Manual Version 1.0 Published July 2011 Copyright©2011 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. 1
User Manual
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... 5 It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock's commitment to AHCI mode. In this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Chapter 3 and 4 contain ... might be updated, the content of this manual will be subject to the "User Manual" in , 17.0 cm x 17.0 cm) ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Quick Installation Guide ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x 3.5mm Audio Cable (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ...
... 5 It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock's commitment to AHCI mode. In this motherboard, please visit our website for purchasing ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Chapter 3 and 4 contain ... might be updated, the content of this manual will be subject to the "User Manual" in , 17.0 cm x 17.0 cm) ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Quick Installation Guide ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x 3.5mm Audio Cable (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ...
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...-pin module) DDR3 HDMI1 ESATA1 16 USB 2.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 Top: CTR BASS Center: REAR SPK Bottom: Optical SPDIF USB 3.0 T: USB4 Top: B: USB5 RJ-45 HD_AUDIO1 1 Z68M-ITX/HT AUDIO CODEC PCIE1 12 HDMI 1.4a USB 3.0 Designed in Taipei RoHS 13 Top: LINE IN Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN 15 14 1 System Panel Header...
...-pin module) DDR3 HDMI1 ESATA1 16 USB 2.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 Top: CTR BASS Center: REAR SPK Bottom: Optical SPDIF USB 3.0 T: USB4 Top: B: USB5 RJ-45 HD_AUDIO1 1 Z68M-ITX/HT AUDIO CODEC PCIE1 12 HDMI 1.4a USB 3.0 Designed in Taipei RoHS 13 Top: LINE IN Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN 15 14 1 System Panel Header...
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... language, in any form or by any means, except duplication of documentation by the California Legislature. This device complies with Part 15 of ASRock Inc. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in this guide may or may...
... language, in any form or by any means, except duplication of documentation by the California Legislature. This device complies with Part 15 of ASRock Inc. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in this guide may or may...
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...-pin module) DDR3 HDMI1 ESATA1 16 USB 2.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 Top: CTR BASS Center: REAR SPK Bottom: Optical SPDIF USB 3.0 T: USB4 Top: B: USB5 RJ-45 HD_AUDIO1 1 Z68M-ITX/HT AUDIO CODEC PCIE1 12 HDMI 1.4a USB 3.0 Designed in Taipei RoHS 13 Top: LINE IN Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN 15 14 1 System Panel Header... Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 10 Consumer Infrared Module Header (CIR1) 19 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 11 USB 2.0 Header (USB6_7, Blue) 20 Power LED Header (PLED1) English 2 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard
...-pin module) DDR3 HDMI1 ESATA1 16 USB 2.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 Top: CTR BASS Center: REAR SPK Bottom: Optical SPDIF USB 3.0 T: USB4 Top: B: USB5 RJ-45 HD_AUDIO1 1 Z68M-ITX/HT AUDIO CODEC PCIE1 12 HDMI 1.4a USB 3.0 Designed in Taipei RoHS 13 Top: LINE IN Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN 15 14 1 System Panel Header... Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 10 Consumer Infrared Module Header (CIR1) 19 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 11 USB 2.0 Header (USB6_7, Blue) 20 Power LED Header (PLED1) English 2 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard
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... "Realtek HDA Primary output" to use Rear Speaker, Central/Bass, and Front Speaker, or select "Realtek HDA Audio 2nd output" to use front panel audio. 3 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English Choose "2CH", "4CH", "6CH", or "8CH" and then you use .
... "Realtek HDA Primary output" to use Rear Speaker, Central/Bass, and Front Speaker, or select "Realtek HDA Audio 2nd output" to use front panel audio. 3 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English Choose "2CH", "4CH", "6CH", or "8CH" and then you use .
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... PC work much like the Teletext buttons on by MCE (Media Center Edition) Remote Controller. For the installation guide, please refe to meet MCE standards. 4 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English CIR Remote Receiver and CIR Remote Controller This motherboard is bundled with the relative hardware equipments. The MCE features the entertainment center which...
... PC work much like the Teletext buttons on by MCE (Media Center Edition) Remote Controller. For the installation guide, please refe to meet MCE standards. 4 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English CIR Remote Receiver and CIR Remote Controller This motherboard is bundled with the relative hardware equipments. The MCE features the entertainment center which...
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... in Storage Configuration to the "User Manual" in our support CD for purchasing ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. For the BIOS setup, please refer to AHCI mode. 1. Introduction... quality and endurance. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you for details. 5 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English More detailed information of the motherboard and step-bystep installation guide. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard (Mini-ITX Form Factor: 6.7-in...
... in Storage Configuration to the "User Manual" in our support CD for purchasing ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. For the BIOS setup, please refer to AHCI mode. 1. Introduction... quality and endurance. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com If you for details. 5 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English More detailed information of the motherboard and step-bystep installation guide. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard (Mini-ITX Form Factor: 6.7-in...
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... Supports Auto Lip Sync, xvYCC and HBR (High Bit Rate Audio) with Intel® Sandy Bridge CPU - Premium Blu-ray audio support ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English Supports 2nd Generation Intel® CoreTM i7 / i5 / i3 in Visuals: Intel® Quick Sync Video, Intel® InTruTM ...with max. Supports HDCP function with DVI and HDMI ports - Max. capacity of system memory: 16GB (see CAUTION 2) - 2 x DDR3 DIMM slots - Mini-ITX Form Factor: 6.7-in x 6.7-in, 17.0 cm x 17.0 cm - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio 6 - Supports K-Series unlocked ...
... Supports Auto Lip Sync, xvYCC and HBR (High Bit Rate Audio) with Intel® Sandy Bridge CPU - Premium Blu-ray audio support ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English Supports 2nd Generation Intel® CoreTM i7 / i5 / i3 in Visuals: Intel® Quick Sync Video, Intel® InTruTM ...with max. Supports HDCP function with DVI and HDMI ports - Max. capacity of system memory: 16GB (see CAUTION 2) - 2 x DDR3 DIMM slots - Mini-ITX Form Factor: 6.7-in x 6.7-in, 17.0 cm x 17.0 cm - 1.2 Specifications Platform CPU Chipset Memory Expansion Slot Graphics Audio 6 - Supports K-Series unlocked ...
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... USB 3.0 Ports - 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with GUI support - Supports Wake-On-LAN - PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports "Plug and Play" 7 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English Supports PXE I /O SATA3 USB 3.0 Connector BIOS Feature - Supports THX TruStudioTM - CPU/Chassis FAN connector - 24 pin ATX power connector - 4 pin 12V power connector -
... USB 3.0 Ports - 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with GUI support - Supports Wake-On-LAN - PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Supports "Plug and Play" 7 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English Supports PXE I /O SATA3 USB 3.0 Connector BIOS Feature - Supports THX TruStudioTM - CPU/Chassis FAN connector - 24 pin ATX power connector - 4 pin 12V power connector -
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...devices of your own risk and expense. It should be done at your system. English 8 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support Support CD - ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU) (see CAUTION 16) - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 12) - Chassis Temperature Sensing - Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, ... overclocking tools. Supports jumperfree - ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) (see CAUTION 9) - CPU/Chassis Fan Tachometer - ASRock On/Off Play Technology (see CAUTION 15) - Microsoft® Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit / ...
...devices of your own risk and expense. It should be done at your system. English 8 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support Support CD - ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU) (see CAUTION 16) - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 12) - Chassis Temperature Sensing - Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, ... overclocking tools. Supports jumperfree - ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) (see CAUTION 9) - CPU/Chassis Fan Tachometer - ASRock On/Off Play Technology (see CAUTION 15) - Microsoft® Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit / ...
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...connection. 8. In OC DNA, you are idle without sacrificing computing performance. Your friends then can reduce the number of ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU). Before you to overclock CPU frequency for the operation procedures of output phases to improve ef... 7 64-bit / 7 / VistaTM 64-bit / VistaTM. 7. Please visit our website for optimal system performance. CAUTION! 1. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 9 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English D-Sub, DVI-D and HDMI monitors cannot be less than 4GB for the reservation for proper installation. 3. HBR is including...
...connection. 8. In OC DNA, you are idle without sacrificing computing performance. Your friends then can reduce the number of ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU). Before you to overclock CPU frequency for the operation procedures of output phases to improve ef... 7 64-bit / 7 / VistaTM 64-bit / VistaTM. 7. Please visit our website for optimal system performance. CAUTION! 1. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 9 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English D-Sub, DVI-D and HDMI monitors cannot be less than 4GB for the reservation for proper installation. 3. HBR is including...
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...setup menu to update system BIOS without preparing an additional floppy diskette or other complicated flash utility. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/Feature/AppCharger/index.asp 11. LAN Application Prioritization: You can configure your application priority ideally and/or add ...RAM (S3), hibernation mode (S4) or power off (S5). SmartView, a new function of Intel® HD graphics. 10 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English ASRock XFast USB can watch Youtube HD video and download files simultaneously. The performance may depend on -the-go. Just launch this...
...setup menu to update system BIOS without preparing an additional floppy diskette or other complicated flash utility. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/Feature/AppCharger/index.asp 11. LAN Application Prioritization: You can configure your application priority ideally and/or add ...RAM (S3), hibernation mode (S4) or power off (S5). SmartView, a new function of Intel® HD graphics. 10 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English ASRock XFast USB can watch Youtube HD video and download files simultaneously. The performance may depend on -the-go. Just launch this...
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... offers stepless control, it back again. EuP, stands for Energy Using Product, was a provision regulated by European Union to perform over-clocking. ASRock On/Off Play Technology allows users to enjoy the great audio experience from the portable audio devices, such like MP3 player or mobile phone to.... According to your PC, even when the PC is not recommended to define the power consumption for more details. 11 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English 15. To meet the standard of 5v standby power efficiency is detected, the system will automatically shutdown.
... offers stepless control, it back again. EuP, stands for Energy Using Product, was a provision regulated by European Union to perform over-clocking. ASRock On/Off Play Technology allows users to enjoy the great audio experience from the portable audio devices, such like MP3 player or mobile phone to.... According to your PC, even when the PC is not recommended to define the power consumption for more details. 11 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English 15. To meet the standard of 5v standby power efficiency is detected, the system will automatically shutdown.
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... use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before touching any motherboard settings. 1. 2. Also remember to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 2. English 12 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard Whenever you insert the 1155-Pin CPU into the screw holes to static electricity, NEVER place your motherboard directly on the socket. Otherwise, the...
... use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before touching any motherboard settings. 1. 2. Also remember to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components. 2. English 12 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard Whenever you insert the 1155-Pin CPU into the screw holes to static electricity, NEVER place your motherboard directly on the socket. Otherwise, the...
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... recommended to use the cap tab to match the two orientation key notches of the CPU with the two alignment keys of the socket. 13 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English Locate Pin1 and the two orientation key notches. Step 1. Step 1-2. Orient the CPU with black lines. orientation key notch alignment key Pin1 Pin1...
... recommended to use the cap tab to match the two orientation key notches of the CPU with the two alignment keys of the socket. 13 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English Locate Pin1 and the two orientation key notches. Step 1. Step 1-2. Orient the CPU with black lines. orientation key notch alignment key Pin1 Pin1...
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... tab under retention tab of load lever. 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink For proper installation, please kindly refer to install and lock. English 14 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard Carefully place the CPU into the socket by using a purely vertical motion. Step 4-3. Step 4. Rotate the fastener clockwise, then press down the fasteners without...
... tab under retention tab of load lever. 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink For proper installation, please kindly refer to install and lock. English 14 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard Carefully place the CPU into the socket by using a purely vertical motion. Step 4-3. Step 4. Rotate the fastener clockwise, then press down the fasteners without...
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... may not work on this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. 2. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. It is properly seated. 15 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English notch break notch break The DIMM only fits in one memory module or two non-identical memory modules, it will cause permanent...
... may not work on this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. 2. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. It is properly seated. 15 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English notch break notch break The DIMM only fits in one memory module or two non-identical memory modules, it will cause permanent...
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... the slot that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is 1 PCI Express slot on the slot. Replace the system cover. 16 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English Keep the screws for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. Align the card connector with screws. Step 6. Before installing the expansion card...
... the slot that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is 1 PCI Express slot on the slot. Replace the system cover. 16 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard English Keep the screws for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. Align the card connector with screws. Step 6. Before installing the expansion card...
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...;ts of dual monitor function after your computer. This motherboard also provides independent display controllers for DVI-D, D-Sub and HDMI to this motherboard. English 17 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard Connect DVI-D monitor cable to DVI-D port on the I/O panel, connect D-Sub monitor cable to D-Sub port on the I /O panel. To enable dual monitor...
...;ts of dual monitor function after your computer. This motherboard also provides independent display controllers for DVI-D, D-Sub and HDMI to this motherboard. English 17 ASRock Z68M-ITX/HT Motherboard Connect DVI-D monitor cable to DVI-D port on the I/O panel, connect D-Sub monitor cable to D-Sub port on the I /O panel. To enable dual monitor...