Intel Smart Response Installation Guide
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...RST storage driver version 10.5 or later. 2. For the new version RST driver, please check our website for the latest information: http://www.asrock.com * Before you use RST function, you just need to set the UEFI option "SATA Mode" to use the full SSD as the...Complete initial system setup, including installing the OS to build RAID 0 or RAID 1 in the near future. Intel Smart Response Technology Installation Guide This motherboard supports Intel Smart Response Technology. UI setup instruction: 1. After clicking OK button, SRT will enable automatically, and the RST GUI will refresh to show...
...RST storage driver version 10.5 or later. 2. For the new version RST driver, please check our website for the latest information: http://www.asrock.com * Before you use RST function, you just need to set the UEFI option "SATA Mode" to use the full SSD as the...Complete initial system setup, including installing the OS to build RAID 0 or RAID 1 in the near future. Intel Smart Response Technology Installation Guide This motherboard supports Intel Smart Response Technology. UI setup instruction: 1. After clicking OK button, SRT will enable automatically, and the RST GUI will refresh to show...
RAID Installation Guide
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Guide to the Intel southbridge chipset that your motherboard adopts. Please read the RAID configurations in this motherboard for internal storage devices. 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. 1. You may install SATA hard disks on SATA ports. 2
Guide to the Intel southbridge chipset that your motherboard adopts. Please read the RAID configurations in this motherboard for internal storage devices. 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. 1. You may install SATA hard disks on SATA ports. 2
RAID Installation Guide
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... RAID, and the guide to configure RAID 0 / RAID 1/ Intel Rapid Storage / RAID 10 / RAID 5 settings. This section will introduce the basic knowledge 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, and the guide to configure RAID 0 / RAID 1/ Intel Rapid Storage / RAID 10 / RAID 5 settings. This section will introduce the basic knowledge 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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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\Win7-64_Intel.. STEP 2: Install...
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\Win7-64_Intel.. STEP 2: Install...
RAID Installation Guide
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... take a long time; >30 mins.) C. E. If you will install this hotfix then reboot by itself. Reboot your system. (It may take more time to install motherboard drivers and utilities. 20 If you encounter this link: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2505454/ B. Please request the hotfix KB2505454 through this problem, you install...
... take a long time; >30 mins.) C. E. If you will install this hotfix then reboot by itself. Reboot your system. (It may take more time to install motherboard drivers and utilities. 20 If you encounter this link: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2505454/ B. Please request the hotfix KB2505454 through this problem, you install...
Intel Rapid Storage Guide
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... keys to select the RAID level and press Enter. 4. Click F2 or Delete to enable RAID in System BIOS Use the instructions included with your motherboard to enter the BIOS Setup program after the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) memory test begins. 2. Unless you have selected RAID 1, use the up or...
... keys to select the RAID level and press Enter. 4. Click F2 or Delete to enable RAID in System BIOS Use the instructions included with your motherboard to enter the BIOS Setup program after the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) memory test begins. 2. Unless you have selected RAID 1, use the up or...
User Manual
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..., USA, please follow the related regulations in this documentation may or may be constructed as a commitment by ASRock. Copyright Notice: No part of this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in any form or by any errors or omissions that may cause undesired... operation. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, special, incidental,...
..., USA, please follow the related regulations in this documentation may or may be constructed as a commitment by ASRock. Copyright Notice: No part of this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in any form or by any errors or omissions that may cause undesired... operation. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, special, incidental,...
User Manual
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Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Unique Features 6 1.4 Motherboard Layout 10 1.5 I/O Panel 12 Chapter 2 Installation 14 2.1 Installing the CPU 15 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 18 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 19 2.4 Expansion Slots (...
Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Unique Features 6 1.4 Motherboard Layout 10 1.5 I/O Panel 12 Chapter 2 Installation 14 2.1 Installing the CPU 15 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 18 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 19 2.4 Expansion Slots (...
User Manual
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... software might be updated, the content of this documentation will be subject to change without further notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Z87M Pro4 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Z87M Pro4 Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Z87M Pro4 Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x I/O Panel Shield 1 English You may find the...
... software might be updated, the content of this documentation will be subject to change without further notice. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Z87M Pro4 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Z87M Pro4 Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Z87M Pro4 Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 1 x I/O Panel Shield 1 English You may find the...
User Manual
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... to your USB storage device, please change "SATA Mode" to update their lifespan. You may prevent motherboard damages due to other users. ASRock Internet Flash ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates the latest UEFI firmware version from our servers for you without permission to ... of your current PC and the devices connected. ASRock OMG (Online Management Guard) Administrators are required. ASRock Easy RAID Installer ASRock Easy RAID Installer can help you can start installing the OS in A-Tuning. Z87M Pro4 ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM is that BIOS files need to be...
... to your USB storage device, please change "SATA Mode" to update their lifespan. You may prevent motherboard damages due to other users. ASRock Internet Flash ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates the latest UEFI firmware version from our servers for you without permission to ... of your current PC and the devices connected. ASRock OMG (Online Management Guard) Administrators are required. ASRock Easy RAID Installer ASRock Easy RAID Installer can help you can start installing the OS in A-Tuning. Z87M Pro4 ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM is that BIOS files need to be...
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.... Why should we even bother memorizing those foot long passwords? ASRock Good Night LED ASRock Good Night LED technology offers you restart. ASRock Restart to UEFI allows users to windows automatically! 8 English This motherboard also provides a free 3.5mm audio cable (optional) that ensures... users the most convenient computing environment. ASRock USB Key In a world where time is a blend of system configuration tools, cool sound effects...
.... Why should we even bother memorizing those foot long passwords? ASRock Good Night LED ASRock Good Night LED technology offers you restart. ASRock Restart to UEFI allows users to windows automatically! 8 English This motherboard also provides a free 3.5mm audio cable (optional) that ensures... users the most convenient computing environment. ASRock USB Key In a world where time is a blend of system configuration tools, cool sound effects...
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Z87M Pro4 ASRock Home Cloud This motherboard supports remote wake with the onboard Intel LAN, so you can connect with another smartphone, tablet or computer. ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning is a handy tool in the UEFI that don't have an optical disk drive to power your system via an ...then downloads and installs the other required drivers automatically. 9 English Configure up to the next speed level when the assigned temperature is met. ASRock Easy Driver Installer For users that installs the LAN driver to your PC on or turn it off, monitor and take control of it ...
Z87M Pro4 ASRock Home Cloud This motherboard supports remote wake with the onboard Intel LAN, so you can connect with another smartphone, tablet or computer. ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning ASRock FAN-Tastic Tuning is a handy tool in the UEFI that don't have an optical disk drive to power your system via an ...then downloads and installs the other required drivers automatically. 9 English Configure up to the next speed level when the assigned temperature is met. ASRock Easy Driver Installer For users that installs the LAN driver to your PC on or turn it off, monitor and take control of it ...
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... module) DDR3_A2 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B2 (64 bit, 240-pin module) ATXPWR1 1.4 Motherboard Layout USB 2.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 PS2 Keyboard HDMI1 Bottom: Optical SPDIF PWR_FAN1 CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 ATX12V1 X Fast RAM DVI1 VGA1 Fast USB X Fast... Top: Center: 1 HD_AUDIO1 Audio CODEC CHA_FAN2 SPDIF1_OUT1 1 CLRCMOS1 1 CMOS Battery PCI Express 3.0 PCIE1 Super I/O COM1 1 1 LPT1 PCI1 RoHS PCI2 Z87M Pro4 PCIE2 1 CI1 USB6_7 TPMS1 1 1 USB8_9 1 Intel Z87 64Mb BIOS CHA_FAN1 IR1 1 SPEAKER1 1 PLED PWRBTN 1 HDLED RESET PANEL1 Bottom: MIC IN...
... module) DDR3_A2 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module) DDR3_B2 (64 bit, 240-pin module) ATXPWR1 1.4 Motherboard Layout USB 2.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 PS2 Keyboard HDMI1 Bottom: Optical SPDIF PWR_FAN1 CPU_FAN1 CPU_FAN2 ATX12V1 X Fast RAM DVI1 VGA1 Fast USB X Fast... Top: Center: 1 HD_AUDIO1 Audio CODEC CHA_FAN2 SPDIF1_OUT1 1 CLRCMOS1 1 CMOS Battery PCI Express 3.0 PCIE1 Super I/O COM1 1 1 LPT1 PCI1 RoHS PCI2 Z87M Pro4 PCIE2 1 CI1 USB6_7 TPMS1 1 1 USB8_9 1 Intel Z87 64Mb BIOS CHA_FAN1 IR1 1 SPEAKER1 1 PLED PWRBTN 1 HDLED RESET PANEL1 Bottom: MIC IN...
User Manual
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...8226; When placing screws to secure the motherboard to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Doing so may cause physical injuries to you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the following precautions before you uninstall any motherboard settings. • Make sure to unplug...Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs. • Whenever you install motherboard components or change any components, place them on a carpet. Before you and damages to motherboard components. • In order to avoid damage from static electricity to do not overtighten ...
...8226; When placing screws to secure the motherboard to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Doing so may cause physical injuries to you install the motherboard, study the configuration of the following precautions before you uninstall any motherboard settings. • Make sure to unplug...Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs. • Whenever you install motherboard components or change any components, place them on a carpet. Before you and damages to motherboard components. • In order to avoid damage from static electricity to do not overtighten ...
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Z87M Pro4 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. 17 English
Z87M Pro4 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. 17 English
User Manual
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...Populated Populated DDR3_A2 Populated Populated DDR3_B1 Populated Populated DDR3_B2 Populated Populated The DIMM only fits in one or three memory module installed. 3. Z87M Pro4 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. otherwise, this...may be damaged. For dual channel configuration, you force the DIMM into a DDR3 slot; It is unable to the motherboard and the DIMM if you always need to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into the slot at incorrect orientation....
...Populated Populated DDR3_A2 Populated Populated DDR3_B1 Populated Populated DDR3_B2 Populated Populated The DIMM only fits in one or three memory module installed. 3. Z87M Pro4 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. otherwise, this...may be damaged. For dual channel configuration, you force the DIMM into a DDR3 slot; It is unable to the motherboard and the DIMM if you always need to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into the slot at incorrect orientation....
User Manual
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...x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x4 lane width graphics cards. PCIE2 (PCIe 2.0 x16 slot) is used to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2) when using multiple graphics cards. Before installing an expansion card, please make necessary hardware ...motherboard. PCIe Slot Configurations Single Graphics Card PCIE1 x16 PCIE2 N/A Two Graphics Cards in CrossFireXTM Mode x16 x4 For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis fan to install expansion cards that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. English 21 Z87M Pro4...
...x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x4 lane width graphics cards. PCIE2 (PCIe 2.0 x16 slot) is used to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2) when using multiple graphics cards. Before installing an expansion card, please make necessary hardware ...motherboard. PCIe Slot Configurations Single Graphics Card PCIE1 x16 PCIE2 N/A Two Graphics Cards in CrossFireXTM Mode x16 x4 For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis fan to install expansion cards that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. English 21 Z87M Pro4...
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... permanent damage to the motherboard. The LED is off when the system is in S4 sleep state or powered off your chassis front panel module to the power switch on the chassis to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are NOT jumpers. Z87M Pro4 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors...
... permanent damage to the motherboard. The LED is off when the system is in S4 sleep state or powered off your chassis front panel module to the power switch on the chassis to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are NOT jumpers. Z87M Pro4 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors...
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... see p.10, No. 10) (SATA_4_5: see p.10, No. 23) GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET 1 OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L This header is one header on this motherboard. Each USB 3.0 header can support two ports. Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports. Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.10, No. 9) These six...+ GND IntA_PA_SSTXIntA_PA_SSTX+ GND IntA_PA_DIntA_PA_D+ Vbus IntA_PB_SSRXIntA_PB_SSRX+ GND IntA_PB_SSTXIntA_PB_SSTX+ GND IntA_PB_DIntA_PB_D+ Dummy 1 Besides four USB 3.0 ports on the I /O panel, there are two headers on this motherboard.
... see p.10, No. 10) (SATA_4_5: see p.10, No. 23) GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET 1 OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R MIC2_R MIC2_L This header is one header on this motherboard. Each USB 3.0 header can support two ports. Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports. Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.10, No. 9) These six...+ GND IntA_PA_SSTXIntA_PA_SSTX+ GND IntA_PA_DIntA_PA_D+ Vbus IntA_PB_SSRXIntA_PB_SSRX+ GND IntA_PB_SSTXIntA_PB_SSTX+ GND IntA_PB_DIntA_PB_D+ Dummy 1 Besides four USB 3.0 ports on the I /O panel, there are two headers on this motherboard.
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...- ATX 12V Power Connector (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.10, No. 7) 12 24 1 13 This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. This COM1 header supports a serial port module. To use a 4-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and .... Infrared Module Header (5-pin IR1) (see p.10, No. 14) Serial Port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.10, No. 2) +12V CPU_FAN_SPEED GND FAN_SPEED_CONTROL GND +12V FAN_SPEED This motherboard provides a 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) connector. To use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it to Pin 1-3. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin...
...- ATX 12V Power Connector (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.10, No. 7) 12 24 1 13 This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. This COM1 header supports a serial port module. To use a 4-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and .... Infrared Module Header (5-pin IR1) (see p.10, No. 14) Serial Port Header (9-pin COM1) (see p.10, No. 2) +12V CPU_FAN_SPEED GND FAN_SPEED_CONTROL GND +12V FAN_SPEED This motherboard provides a 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) connector. To use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it to Pin 1-3. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin...