Intel Smart Response Installation Guide
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... instructions below. For the new version RST driver, please check our website for the latest information: http://www.asrock.com * Before you use Enhanced or Maximized Mode. 6. Intel Smart Response Technology Installation Guide This motherboard supports Intel Smart Response Technology. UI setup instruction: 1. When pop-up menu appears, chose which SSD you...
... instructions below. For the new version RST driver, please check our website for the latest information: http://www.asrock.com * Before you use Enhanced or Maximized Mode. 6. Intel Smart Response Technology Installation Guide This motherboard supports Intel Smart Response Technology. UI setup instruction: 1. When pop-up menu appears, chose which SSD you...
RAID Installation Guide
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Guide to the Intel southbridge chipset that your motherboard adopts. This section will guide you how to create RAID on this guide carefully according to SATA Hard Disks Installation 1.1 Serial ATA (SATA) Hard Disks Installation Intel chipset supports Serial ATA (SATA) hard disks with RAID functions, including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10 and Intel Rapid Storage. Please read the RAID configurations in this motherboard for internal storage devices. You may install SATA hard disks on SATA ports. 2 1.
Guide to the Intel southbridge chipset that your motherboard adopts. This section will guide you how to create RAID on this guide carefully according to SATA Hard Disks Installation 1.1 Serial ATA (SATA) Hard Disks Installation Intel chipset supports Serial ATA (SATA) hard disks with RAID functions, including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10 and Intel Rapid Storage. Please read the RAID configurations in this motherboard for internal storage devices. You may install SATA hard disks on SATA ports. 2 1.
RAID Installation Guide
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... of a single disk alone while the two hard disks perform the same work as it 3 For optimal performance, please install identical drives of RAID This motherboard adopts Intel southbridge chipset that integrates RAID controller supporting RAID 0 / RAID 1/ Intel Rapid Storage / RAID 10 / RAID 5 function with four independent Serial ATA (SATA) channels...
... of a single disk alone while the two hard disks perform the same work as it 3 For optimal performance, please install identical drives of RAID This motherboard adopts Intel southbridge chipset that integrates RAID controller supporting RAID 0 / RAID 1/ Intel Rapid Storage / RAID 10 / RAID 5 function with four independent Serial ATA (SATA) channels...
RAID Installation Guide
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...; 8 64-bit. 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\Win7...
...; 8 64-bit. 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\Win7...
RAID Installation Guide
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... Windows® or install driver/utilities. After installing Windows® 7 64-bit / 8 64-bit, install the hotfix kb2505454. (This may take more time to install motherboard drivers and utilities. 20 Disk volume > 2TB), it may take about 5 minutes to fix this problem. Windows® 7 64-bit / 8 64-bit: A. E.
... Windows® or install driver/utilities. After installing Windows® 7 64-bit / 8 64-bit, install the hotfix kb2505454. (This may take more time to install motherboard drivers and utilities. 20 Disk volume > 2TB), it may take about 5 minutes to fix this problem. Windows® 7 64-bit / 8 64-bit: A. E.
Intel Rapid Storage Guide
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... is not required for Microsoft Windows 7 or Note Microsoft Windows 8. Enetr the Advanced menu. 3. Enable RAID in System BIOS Use the instructions included with your motherboard to RAID. 5. Switch the SATA Operation Mode option to enable RAID in the system BIOS. 1. Unless you have selected RAID 1, use the up or down...
... is not required for Microsoft Windows 7 or Note Microsoft Windows 8. Enetr the Advanced menu. 3. Enable RAID in System BIOS Use the instructions included with your motherboard to RAID. 5. Switch the SATA Operation Mode option to enable RAID in the system BIOS. 1. Unless you have selected RAID 1, use the up or down...
User Manual
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..., transmitted, or translated in any errors or omissions that may cause undesired operation. This device complies with Part 15 of ASRock Inc. Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained in this documentation are used only for informational use only and subject to the following... two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in any form or by any interference received, including interference that may be liable for...
..., transmitted, or translated in any errors or omissions that may cause undesired operation. This device complies with Part 15 of ASRock Inc. Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained in this documentation are used only for informational use only and subject to the following... two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in any form or by any interference received, including interference that may be liable for...
User Manual
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Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Unique Features 7 1.4 Motherboard Layout 11 1.5 I/O Panel 14 1.6 WiFi-802.11n Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4GHz Antenna (for Z87 Extreme6/ac only ) 16 Chapter 2 Installation 19 2.1 Installing the CPU 20 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 23 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 24 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI ...
Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Unique Features 7 1.4 Motherboard Layout 11 1.5 I/O Panel 14 1.6 WiFi-802.11n Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4GHz Antenna (for Z87 Extreme6/ac only ) 16 Chapter 2 Installation 19 2.1 Installing the CPU 20 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 23 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 24 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI ...
User Manual
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... without notice. Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you are using. Chapter 3 contains the operation guide of this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you for Z87 Extreme6 only) 1 English ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Support CD...
... without notice. Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you are using. Chapter 3 contains the operation guide of this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you for Z87 Extreme6 only) 1 English ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Support CD...
User Manual
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...If power loss occurs during the BIOS updating process, ASRock Crashless BIOS will power on automatically to your SSDs or HDDs in RAID mode. 8 English You may prevent motherboard damages due to other users. Another advantage of ASRock XFast RAM is included in the root directory of your... USB disk. And it reduces the frequency of accessing your USB storage device. ASRock Dehumidifier Function Users may schedule the starting...
...If power loss occurs during the BIOS updating process, ASRock Crashless BIOS will power on automatically to your SSDs or HDDs in RAID mode. 8 English You may prevent motherboard damages due to other users. Another advantage of ASRock XFast RAM is included in the root directory of your... USB disk. And it reduces the frequency of accessing your USB storage device. ASRock Dehumidifier Function Users may schedule the starting...
User Manual
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... let your system via an USB storage device, then downloads and installs the other required drivers automatically. ASRock Home Cloud This motherboard supports remote wake with the onboard Intel LAN, so you can connect with another smartphone, tablet or computer. 9 English... LEDs when the system enters into Standby/Hibernation mode as well. Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 ASRock Easy Driver Installer For users that installs the LAN driver to your computer log in to Windows? ASRock Fast Boot With ASRock's exclusive Fast Boot technology, it hard to Windows 8 from anywhere...
... let your system via an USB storage device, then downloads and installs the other required drivers automatically. ASRock Home Cloud This motherboard supports remote wake with the onboard Intel LAN, so you can connect with another smartphone, tablet or computer. 9 English... LEDs when the system enters into Standby/Hibernation mode as well. Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 ASRock Easy Driver Installer For users that installs the LAN driver to your computer log in to Windows? ASRock Fast Boot With ASRock's exclusive Fast Boot technology, it hard to Windows 8 from anywhere...
User Manual
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Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 1.4 Motherboard Layout Z87 Extreme6/ac 1 2 34 56 USB 2.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 PS2 Keyboard /Mouse ... Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN CHA_FAN3 CHA_FAN2 8 30 PCIE1 LAN Z87 Extreme6/ac PCIE2 9 SATA3_A1_A2 SATA3_A3_A4 WiFi-802.11n Module MINI_PCIE1 10 Purity SoundTM SATA3_0_1 11 PCI1 CMOS Intel SATA3_2_3 Battery... Z87 12 PCIE3 13 SATA3_4_5 29 Super I/O IR1 1 HD_AUDIO1 COM1 1 1 PCI2 RoHS PCIE4 SLI/XFIRE_PWR1...
Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 1.4 Motherboard Layout Z87 Extreme6/ac 1 2 34 56 USB 2.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 PS2 Keyboard /Mouse ... Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN CHA_FAN3 CHA_FAN2 8 30 PCIE1 LAN Z87 Extreme6/ac PCIE2 9 SATA3_A1_A2 SATA3_A3_A4 WiFi-802.11n Module MINI_PCIE1 10 Purity SoundTM SATA3_0_1 11 PCI1 CMOS Intel SATA3_2_3 Battery... Z87 12 PCIE3 13 SATA3_4_5 29 Super I/O IR1 1 HD_AUDIO1 COM1 1 1 PCI2 RoHS PCIE4 SLI/XFIRE_PWR1...
User Manual
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... for PCs. WiFi + BT module is supported under Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit only. 1.6 WiFi-802.11n Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4GHz Antenna (for Z87 Extreme6/ac only ) WiFi + BT Module This motherboard comes with an exclusive WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac + BT v4.0 module that adds a whole new class of functionality into the...
... for PCs. WiFi + BT module is supported under Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit only. 1.6 WiFi-802.11n Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4GHz Antenna (for Z87 Extreme6/ac only ) WiFi + BT Module This motherboard comes with an exclusive WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac + BT v4.0 module that adds a whole new class of functionality into the...
User Manual
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Step3 Insert the RP-SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Connectors to the WiFi Module. Then attach the SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Cables to the antenna ports on the motherboard's mini-PCIe slot. Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Installing the SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Cables Step 1 Prepare the SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Cables that is installed on the I/O shield 17 English Step 2 Locate the WiFi Module that come with the package.
Step3 Insert the RP-SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Connectors to the WiFi Module. Then attach the SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Cables to the antenna ports on the motherboard's mini-PCIe slot. Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Installing the SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Cables Step 1 Prepare the SMA Wi-Fi Antenna Cables that is installed on the I/O shield 17 English Step 2 Locate the WiFi Module that come with the package.
User Manual
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... components. • Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs. • Whenever you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Make sure to unplug the power cord before you uninstall any components, place them on a ...to the motherboard's components, NEVER place your chassis to ensure that comes with the components. • When placing screws to secure the motherboard to you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the following precautions before installing or removing the motherboard. Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Chapter 2 ...
... components. • Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs. • Whenever you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Make sure to unplug the power cord before you uninstall any components, place them on a ...to the motherboard's components, NEVER place your chassis to ensure that comes with the components. • When placing screws to secure the motherboard to you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the following precautions before installing or removing the motherboard. Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Chapter 2 ...
User Manual
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The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service. 22 English Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed.
The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service. 22 English Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed.
User Manual
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...or three memory module installed. 3. For dual channel configuration, you force the DIMM into a DDR3 slot; It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pairs. 2. 2.3 Installing ...Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1. It is not allowed to activate Dual ...
...or three memory module installed. 3. For dual channel configuration, you force the DIMM into a DDR3 slot; It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pairs. 2. 2.3 Installing ...Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1. It is not allowed to activate Dual ...
User Manual
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... width graphics cards. PCI slot: The PCI1 and PCI2 slots are 2 PCI slots, 4 PCI Express slots, and 1 mini-PCI Express slot on the motherboard. PCIE3 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards. PCIE4 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for the card before ...you start the installation. 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are used to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3) when using multiple graphics cards. 26 Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make sure that...
... width graphics cards. PCI slot: The PCI1 and PCI2 slots are 2 PCI slots, 4 PCI Express slots, and 1 mini-PCI Express slot on the motherboard. PCIE3 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards. PCIE4 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for the card before ...you start the installation. 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are used to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3) when using multiple graphics cards. 26 Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make sure that...
User Manual
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Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the motherboard. HDLED (Hard Drive Activity LED): Connect to the power status indicator on when the hard drive is operating. The LED is on the chassis front ...
Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the motherboard. HDLED (Hard Drive Activity LED): Connect to the power status indicator on when the hard drive is operating. The LED is on the chassis front ...
User Manual
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... PUSB_PWR Besides four USB 2.0 ports on this header to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. To minimize the boot time, use Intel® Z87 SATA ports (SATA3_0) for internal storage devices with up to indicate the system's power status. Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports.... p.11 or p.12, No. 9) Please connect the chassis power LED to this motherboard. These ten SATA3 connectors support SATA data cables for your bootable devices. SATA3_4_5 SATA3_2_3 SATA3_0_1 SATA3_A1_A2 SATA3_A3_A4 English Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Power LED Header (3-pin PLED1) (see p.11 or p.12, No. 22) ...
... PUSB_PWR Besides four USB 2.0 ports on this header to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. To minimize the boot time, use Intel® Z87 SATA ports (SATA3_0) for internal storage devices with up to indicate the system's power status. Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports.... p.11 or p.12, No. 9) Please connect the chassis power LED to this motherboard. These ten SATA3 connectors support SATA data cables for your bootable devices. SATA3_4_5 SATA3_2_3 SATA3_0_1 SATA3_A1_A2 SATA3_A3_A4 English Z87 Extreme6/ac / Z87 Extreme6 Power LED Header (3-pin PLED1) (see p.11 or p.12, No. 22) ...