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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...; 7: Go to UEFI SETUP UTILITY Boot CSM to set the option SATA Mode Selection to [RAID]. or Go to UEFI SETUP UTILITY Boot to enter BIOS setup utility. 2.4 Setting the BIOS RAID Items After installing the hard disk drives, please set the necessary RAID items in the.... 2.5 Configuring a RAID array You can configure a RAID array using either UEFI Setup Utility or Intel® RAID BIOS setup utility. 2.5.1 Configuring a RAID array Using UEFI Setup Utility STEP 1: For Windows® 8: Go to UEFI SETUP UTILITY Boot to set "Fast Boot" to [Ultra ...
...; 7: Go to UEFI SETUP UTILITY Boot CSM to set the option SATA Mode Selection to [RAID]. or Go to UEFI SETUP UTILITY Boot to enter BIOS setup utility. 2.4 Setting the BIOS RAID Items After installing the hard disk drives, please set the necessary RAID items in the.... 2.5 Configuring a RAID array You can configure a RAID array using either UEFI Setup Utility or Intel® RAID BIOS setup utility. 2.5.1 Configuring a RAID array Using UEFI Setup Utility STEP 1: For Windows® 8: Go to UEFI SETUP UTILITY Boot to set "Fast Boot" to [Ultra ...
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Wait until you see the RAID software prompting you to press . Create RAID Volume window appears. 2.5.2 Configuring a RAID array Using Intel RAID BIOS Reboot your RAID volume then press . Volume0 13 Then, the Intel RAID Utility - In the Create Volume Menu, under Name item, please key-in a unique name with 1-16 letters for your computer. Press .
Wait until you see the RAID software prompting you to press . Create RAID Volume window appears. 2.5.2 Configuring a RAID array Using Intel RAID BIOS Reboot your RAID volume then press . Volume0 13 Then, the Intel RAID Utility - In the Create Volume Menu, under Name item, please key-in a unique name with 1-16 letters for your computer. Press .
RAID Installation Guide
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Please note that you want to complete the setup of RAID. If you install OS. Press to create an extra RAID partition, please use the RAID utility under BIOS RAID environment. If you set up. After the completion, you will see the detailed information about the RAID that you are only allowed to create one RAID partition at a time under Windows environment to configure RAID functions after you want 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 want to complete the setup of RAID. If you install OS. Press to create an extra RAID partition, please use the RAID utility under BIOS RAID environment. If you set up. After the completion, you will see the detailed information about the RAID that you are only allowed to create one RAID partition at a time under Windows environment to configure RAID functions after you want 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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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. 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
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After the UEFI and RAID BIOS setup, please follow the steps below. Please make sure to boot. 18 STEP 2: Install Windows® 7 64-bit / 8 64-bit OS Press to launch boot ... 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...
After the UEFI and RAID BIOS setup, please follow the steps below. Please make sure to boot. 18 STEP 2: Install Windows® 7 64-bit / 8 64-bit OS Press to launch boot ... 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...
Intel Rapid Storage Guide
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... or down arrow keys to scroll through the list of hard drives by using the up or down arrow keys to save the BIOS settings and exit the BIOS Setup program. Click F10 to select the strip size and press Enter. 5. Select the appropriate number of hard drives and press Space to... onto 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. Select 1: Create RAID Volume and press Enter. 3. When finished press Enter. 12 Unless you have selected RAID 1, use the up or down arrow keys to...
... or down arrow keys to scroll through the list of hard drives by using the up or down arrow keys to save the BIOS settings and exit the BIOS Setup program. Click F10 to select the strip size and press Enter. 5. Select the appropriate number of hard drives and press Space to... onto 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. Select 1: Create RAID Volume and press Enter. 3. When finished press Enter. 12 Unless you have selected RAID 1, use the up or down arrow keys to...
User Manual
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... of this documentation will be subject to change without further notice. Chapter 3 contains the operation guide of the BIOS setup. In this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock Z87M Extreme4 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Z87M Extreme4 Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you are using.
... of this documentation will be subject to change without further notice. Chapter 3 contains the operation guide of the BIOS setup. In this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock Z87M Extreme4 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. Z87M Extreme4 Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you are using.
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...; FCC, CE, WHQL • ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com English 5 Z87M Extreme4 BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor OS Certifications • 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) •...
...; FCC, CE, WHQL • ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com English 5 Z87M Extreme4 BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor OS Certifications • 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) •...
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Overclocking may be done at your system. You can use ASRock XFast RAM to limitation, the actual memory size may affect your system's stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your own ...risk and expense. Due to utilize the 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. Please realize that Windows® cannot use. 6 English It should be less than 4GB for...
Overclocking may be done at your system. You can use ASRock XFast RAM to limitation, the actual memory size may affect your system's stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your own ...risk and expense. Due to utilize the 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. Please realize that Windows® cannot use. 6 English It should be less than 4GB for...
User Manual
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... even supports continuous charging when your computer. ASRock APP Charger Simply by pressing or during POST to enter the BIOS setup menu to RAM (S3), hibernation mode (S4) or power off (S5). ASRock XFast USB ASRock XFast USB can easily recognize which includes the... PC enters into Standby mode (S1), Suspend to access ASRock Instant Flash. ASRock XFast LAN ASRock XFast LAN provides faster internet access, which data streams you can boost the performance of the device. Z87M Extreme4 1.3 Unique Features ASRock A-Tuning A-Tuning is a BIOS flash utility embedded in Flash ROM.
... even supports continuous charging when your computer. ASRock APP Charger Simply by pressing or during POST to enter the BIOS setup menu to RAM (S3), hibernation mode (S4) or power off (S5). ASRock XFast USB ASRock XFast USB can easily recognize which includes the... PC enters into Standby mode (S1), Suspend to access ASRock Instant Flash. ASRock XFast LAN ASRock XFast LAN provides faster internet access, which data streams you can boost the performance of the device. Z87M Extreme4 1.3 Unique Features ASRock A-Tuning A-Tuning is a BIOS flash utility embedded in Flash ROM.
User Manual
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... or HDDs in A-Tuning. ASRock Crashless BIOS ASRock Crashless BIOS allows users to be used under Windows® 32-bit operating systems. ASRock XFast RAM shortens the loading time of previously visited websites, making web surfing faster than ever. Please note that BIOS files need to update their lifespan...space that cannot be placed in RAID mode. 8 English If power loss occurs during the BIOS updating process, ASRock Crashless BIOS will power on automatically to your USB disk. ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM is that it also boosts the speed of Adobe Photoshop 5 times faster. ...
... or HDDs in A-Tuning. ASRock Crashless BIOS ASRock Crashless BIOS allows users to be used under Windows® 32-bit operating systems. ASRock XFast RAM shortens the loading time of previously visited websites, making web surfing faster than ever. Please note that BIOS files need to update their lifespan...space that cannot be placed in RAID mode. 8 English If power loss occurs during the BIOS updating process, ASRock Crashless BIOS will power on automatically to your USB disk. ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM is that it also boosts the speed of Adobe Photoshop 5 times faster. ...
User Manual
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... cold boot. By enabling Good Night LED in the BIOS, the Power/HDD LEDs will be able to power your PC from anywhere in to windows automatically! Why should we even bother memorizing those foot long passwords? ASRock Restart to UEFI allows users to enter the UEFI automatically...UEFI that installs the LAN driver to your system via an USB storage device, then downloads and installs the other required drivers automatically. Z87M Extreme4 ASRock Easy Driver Installer For users that don't have an optical disk drive to install the drivers from our support CD, Easy Driver ...
... cold boot. By enabling Good Night LED in the BIOS, the Power/HDD LEDs will be able to power your PC from anywhere in to windows automatically! Why should we even bother memorizing those foot long passwords? ASRock Restart to UEFI allows users to enter the UEFI automatically...UEFI that installs the LAN driver to your system via an USB storage device, then downloads and installs the other required drivers automatically. Z87M Extreme4 ASRock Easy Driver Installer For users that don't have an optical disk drive to install the drivers from our support CD, Easy Driver ...
User Manual
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...HDMI1 T: USB4 B: USB5 6 USB 2.0 eSATA1 T: USB0 B: USB1 24 USB 3.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 Top: RJ-45 LAN 23 PWR_FAN1 CHA_FAN2 CMOS Z87M Extreme4 Top: Battery 7 USB3_0_1 1 Center: REAR SPK Bottom: Optical SPDIF PCI Express 3.0 1 HD_AUDIO1 Central/Bass LINE IN Top: Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC... IN 22 PCIE1 SATA3_0_1 XFast RAM XFast USB Purity SoundTM PCIE2 XFast LAN Intel 8 PCIE3 Z87 64Mb BIOS 9 SATA3_2_3 SATA3_4_5 Super I/O COM1 1 PCIE4 CI1 1 TPMS1 1 USB_6_7 1 USB_4_5 1 CHA_FAN1 PLED PWRBTN 1 HDLED RESET PANEL1 IR1 1 CLRCMOS1...
...HDMI1 T: USB4 B: USB5 6 USB 2.0 eSATA1 T: USB0 B: USB1 24 USB 3.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 Top: RJ-45 LAN 23 PWR_FAN1 CHA_FAN2 CMOS Z87M Extreme4 Top: Battery 7 USB3_0_1 1 Center: REAR SPK Bottom: Optical SPDIF PCI Express 3.0 1 HD_AUDIO1 Central/Bass LINE IN Top: Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC... IN 22 PCIE1 SATA3_0_1 XFast RAM XFast USB Purity SoundTM PCIE2 XFast LAN Intel 8 PCIE3 Z87 64Mb BIOS 9 SATA3_2_3 SATA3_4_5 Super I/O COM1 1 PCIE4 CI1 1 TPMS1 1 USB_6_7 1 USB_4_5 1 CHA_FAN1 PLED PWRBTN 1 HDLED RESET PANEL1 IR1 1 CLRCMOS1...
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... 2 pins. If no jumper cap is placed on CLRCMOS1 for 15 seconds, use a jumper cap to clear the data in CMOS. Please adjust the BIOS option "Clear Status" to default setup, please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power supply. If you do not clear...parameters to clear the record of previous chassis intrusion status. After waiting for 5 seconds. The illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1 and pin2 are setup. Z87M Extreme4 2.5 Jumpers Setup The illustration shows how jumpers are "Short" when a jumper cap is removed. 1. English 23
... 2 pins. If no jumper cap is placed on CLRCMOS1 for 15 seconds, use a jumper cap to clear the data in CMOS. Please adjust the BIOS option "Clear Status" to default setup, please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power supply. If you do not clear...parameters to clear the record of previous chassis intrusion status. After waiting for 5 seconds. The illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1 and pin2 are setup. Z87M Extreme4 2.5 Jumpers Setup The illustration shows how jumpers are "Short" when a jumper cap is removed. 1. English 23
User Manual
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.... 3.3.2 Setup Guide Configuring Rapid Start Step 1 Run ASRock Rapid Start utility from Start -> All Programs -> ASRock Utility. Enter Windows 8/7. If there are SSD's installed into your system, it is recommended to your hidden partition and click on the SSD. 41 English Z87M Extreme4 3. Press F2 to enter BIOS, then go to Advanced ‐> Storage Configuration...
.... 3.3.2 Setup Guide Configuring Rapid Start Step 1 Run ASRock Rapid Start utility from Start -> All Programs -> ASRock Utility. Enter Windows 8/7. If there are SSD's installed into your system, it is recommended to your hidden partition and click on the SSD. 41 English Z87M Extreme4 3. Press F2 to enter BIOS, then go to Advanced ‐> Storage Configuration...
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...) will it make BIOS setup less difficult but also a lot more amusing. If you see on the system chassis. You may also restart by pressing or right after POST, restart the system by pressing + + , or by pressing the reset button on your system. Z87M Extreme4 Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 4.1 Introduction ASRock Interactive UEFI is...
...) will it make BIOS setup less difficult but also a lot more amusing. If you see on the system chassis. You may also restart by pressing or right after POST, restart the system by pressing + + , or by pressing the reset button on your system. Z87M Extreme4 Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 4.1 Introduction ASRock Interactive UEFI is...
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Please setup network configuration before using Internet Flash. *For BIOS backup and recovery purpose, it is enabled, the computer will power on automatically to dehumidify the system after entering S4/S5 state. 89 English UEFI ... the setup utility. Dehumidifier Function If Dehumidifier Function is recommended to plug in your UEFI. Internet Flash ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates the latest UEFI firmware version from our servers for Internet Flash. Z87M Extreme4 Instant Flash Save UEFI files in your USB storage device and run Instant Flash to update your...
Please setup network configuration before using Internet Flash. *For BIOS backup and recovery purpose, it is enabled, the computer will power on automatically to dehumidify the system after entering S4/S5 state. 89 English UEFI ... the setup utility. Dehumidifier Function If Dehumidifier Function is recommended to plug in your UEFI. Internet Flash ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates the latest UEFI firmware version from our servers for Internet Flash. Z87M Extreme4 Instant Flash Save UEFI files in your USB storage device and run Instant Flash to update your...
Quick Installation Guide
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...HDMI1 T: USB4 B: USB5 6 USB 2.0 eSATA1 T: USB0 B: USB1 24 USB 3.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 Top: RJ-45 LAN 23 PWR_FAN1 CHA_FAN2 CMOS Z87M Extreme4 Top: Battery 7 USB3_0_1 1 Center: REAR SPK Bottom: Optical SPDIF PCI Express 3.0 1 HD_AUDIO1 Central/Bass LINE IN Top: Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC... IN 22 PCIE1 SATA3_0_1 XFast RAM XFast USB Purity SoundTM PCIE2 XFast LAN Intel 8 PCIE3 Z87 64Mb BIOS 9 SATA3_2_3 SATA3_4_5 Super I/O COM1 1 PCIE4 CI1 1 TPMS1 1 USB_6_7 1 USB_4_5 1 CHA_FAN1 PLED PWRBTN 1 HDLED RESET PANEL1 IR1 1 CLRCMOS1...
...HDMI1 T: USB4 B: USB5 6 USB 2.0 eSATA1 T: USB0 B: USB1 24 USB 3.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 Top: RJ-45 LAN 23 PWR_FAN1 CHA_FAN2 CMOS Z87M Extreme4 Top: Battery 7 USB3_0_1 1 Center: REAR SPK Bottom: Optical SPDIF PCI Express 3.0 1 HD_AUDIO1 Central/Bass LINE IN Top: Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC... IN 22 PCIE1 SATA3_0_1 XFast RAM XFast USB Purity SoundTM PCIE2 XFast LAN Intel 8 PCIE3 Z87 64Mb BIOS 9 SATA3_2_3 SATA3_4_5 Super I/O COM1 1 PCIE4 CI1 1 TPMS1 1 USB_6_7 1 USB_4_5 1 CHA_FAN1 PLED PWRBTN 1 HDLED RESET PANEL1 IR1 1 CLRCMOS1...
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Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the content of this documentation occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock's website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Z87M Extreme4 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Z87M Extreme4 Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Z87M Extreme4 Support CD • 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables...
Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the content of this documentation occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock's website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Z87M Extreme4 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Z87M Extreme4 Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Z87M Extreme4 Support CD • 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables...