Intel Smart Response Installation Guide
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... the OS to a RAID mode system, then install all performance testing, chose "Maximized" mode. 7. 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. When pop-up menu appears, chose which SSD you wish to use... RAID ROM. Once open RST GUI from either Start Menu or by step instructions below. For all required drivers, including RST storage driver version 10.5 or later. 2. You MUST have both the HDD you intend to build RAID 0 or RAID 1 in the near future. After clicking OK button...
... the OS to a RAID mode system, then install all performance testing, chose "Maximized" mode. 7. 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. When pop-up menu appears, chose which SSD you wish to use... RAID ROM. Once open RST GUI from either Start Menu or by step instructions below. For all required drivers, including RST storage driver version 10.5 or later. 2. You MUST have both the HDD you intend to build RAID 0 or RAID 1 in the near future. After clicking OK button...
Intel Rapid Storage Guide
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... in the system BIOS, a RAID volume must be created, and the F6 installation method must be used to load the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology driver during POST, press Ctrl and i at the same time to select the physical disks. 6. Select 1: Create RAID Volume and press Enter. 3. Switch the SATA Operation...
... in the system BIOS, a RAID volume must be created, and the F6 installation method must be used to load the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology driver during POST, press Ctrl and i at the same time to select the physical disks. 6. Select 1: Create RAID Volume and press Enter. 3. Switch the SATA Operation...
Intel Rapid Storage Guide
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... Select your controller from the list of Windows setup (during operating system setup: 1. Press Enter to install the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver during text-mode phase). Press Y to confirm volume creation. 10. Press F6 when you see a prompt that says, Press F6... containing the following steps to confirm your exit. This message appears at the beginning of available SCSI adapters. Nothing will temporarily continue loading drivers. At this point, you to create the volume. 9. Select 4: Exit and press Enter. 11. Setup will happen immediately after pressing...
... Select your controller from the list of Windows setup (during operating system setup: 1. Press Enter to install the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver during text-mode phase). Press Y to confirm volume creation. 10. Press F6 when you see a prompt that says, Press F6... containing the following steps to confirm your exit. This message appears at the beginning of available SCSI adapters. Nothing will temporarily continue loading drivers. At this point, you to create the volume. 9. Select 4: Exit and press Enter. 11. Setup will happen immediately after pressing...
Intel Rapid Storage Guide
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... Manufacturer-supplied hardware support disk into Drive A:, insert a floppy disk containing the following steps to install the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology driver using F6 when in AHCI/RAID mode In order to install an operating system onto a single Serial ATA hard drive when the system is...device(s). 2. Press F6 when you see a prompt that says, Press F6 if you do not need to load the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology driver during text-mode phase). When you to Specify Additional Device. 3. You do not have a floppy drive on Microsoft Windows 7 and Microsoft Windows 8 ...
... Manufacturer-supplied hardware support disk into Drive A:, insert a floppy disk containing the following steps to install the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology driver using F6 when in AHCI/RAID mode In order to install an operating system onto a single Serial ATA hard drive when the system is...device(s). 2. Press F6 when you see a prompt that says, Press F6 if you do not need to load the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology driver during text-mode phase). When you to Specify Additional Device. 3. You do not have a floppy drive on Microsoft Windows 7 and Microsoft Windows 8 ...
Intel Rapid Storage Guide
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... reboots. If you wish to use the Intel Rapid Storage Technology user interface Note within Windows, you have successfully installed the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver and Windows setup should continue. 4. Press Enter. 5. Use the up and down arrow keys to the Windows installation folders. At this point, you will need...
... reboots. If you wish to use the Intel Rapid Storage Technology user interface Note within Windows, you have successfully installed the Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver and Windows setup should continue. 4. Press Enter. 5. Use the up and down arrow keys to the Windows installation folders. At this point, you will need...
RAID Installation Guide
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... is not available for instructions on your USB storage device with RAID functions, please follow the procedures below. STEP 2: Use ASRock Easy RAID Installer Easy RAID Installer can copy the RAID driver from a support CD to Advanced Storage Configuration and set RAID configuration. Follow the onscreen instruction to confirm the selection C. STEP...
... is not available for instructions on your USB storage device with RAID functions, please follow the procedures below. STEP 2: Use ASRock Easy RAID Installer Easy RAID Installer can copy the RAID driver from a support CD to Advanced Storage Configuration and set RAID configuration. Follow the onscreen instruction to confirm the selection C. STEP...
RAID Installation Guide
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... 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.. 4. Please make sure to boot. ...
... 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.. 4. Please make sure to boot. ...
RAID Installation Guide
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Please keep the USB flash disk installed until the system's first reboot. When you see "Where do you have copied in the first step. Continue to install Windows?" page, please click "Load Driver". select "Browse" to find the RAID driver. Plug the USB flash disk into your USB port; Then choose the directory you want to install the OS by following the instructions. 19 Start Windows® Installation.
Please keep the USB flash disk installed until the system's first reboot. When you see "Where do you have copied in the first step. Continue to install Windows?" page, please click "Load Driver". select "Browse" to find the RAID driver. Plug the USB flash disk into your USB port; Then choose the directory you want to install the OS by following the instructions. 19 Start Windows® Installation.
RAID Installation Guide
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...; 7 64-bit / 8 64-bit / 8.1 64-bit: A. Windows® will need to follow the instructions below to boot into Windows® or install driver/utilities. If you will install this link: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2505454/ B. Please request the hotfix KB2505454 through this hotfix then reboot by itself..., install the hotfix kb2505454. (This may take more time to fix this problem. Disk volume > 2TB), it may take about 5 minutes to install motherboard drivers and utilities. 20 If you encounter this problem, you install Windows® 8.1 64-bit / 8 64-bit / 7 64-bit on a large hard ...
...; 7 64-bit / 8 64-bit / 8.1 64-bit: A. Windows® will need to follow the instructions below to boot into Windows® or install driver/utilities. If you will install this link: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2505454/ B. Please request the hotfix KB2505454 through this hotfix then reboot by itself..., install the hotfix kb2505454. (This may take more time to fix this problem. Disk volume > 2TB), it may take about 5 minutes to install motherboard drivers and utilities. 20 If you encounter this problem, you install Windows® 8.1 64-bit / 8 64-bit / 7 64-bit on a large hard ...
User Manual
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... Express Slots) 21 2.5 Jumpers Setup 22 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors 23 2.7 SLITM and Quad SLITM Operation Guide 28 2.7.1 Installing Two SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards 28 2.7.2 Driver Installation and Setup 30 2.8 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide 31 2.8.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards 31...
... Express Slots) 21 2.5 Jumpers Setup 22 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors 23 2.7 SLITM and Quad SLITM Operation Guide 28 2.7.1 Installing Two SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards 28 2.7.2 Driver Installation and Setup 30 2.8 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide 31 2.8.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards 31...
User Manual
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... 52 3.5.1 Intel® Remote Wake Technology 53 3.5.2 Configuring and Using Orbweb.ME Professional 54 3.5.3 Remote Access from a Client Device 56 3.6 ASRock APP Shop 62 3.6.1 UI Overview 62 3.6.2 Apps 63 3.6.3 BIOS & Drivers 66 3.6.4 Setting 67 3.7 Start8 68 3.71 Installing Start8 68 3.7.2 Configuring Start8 68 Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 71 4.1 Introduction 71 4.1.1 UEFI Menu...
... 52 3.5.1 Intel® Remote Wake Technology 53 3.5.2 Configuring and Using Orbweb.ME Professional 54 3.5.3 Remote Access from a Client Device 56 3.6 ASRock APP Shop 62 3.6.1 UI Overview 62 3.6.2 Apps 63 3.6.3 BIOS & Drivers 66 3.6.4 Setting 67 3.7 Start8 68 3.71 Installing Start8 68 3.7.2 Configuring Start8 68 Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 71 4.1 Introduction 71 4.1.1 UEFI Menu...
User Manual
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... operating systems. Windows® 64-bit operating systems do not have such limitations. Overclocking may be done at your system. You can use ASRock XFast RAM to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. bit / 7 32-bit / 7 64-bit Certifications •... memory that there is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com Please realize that Windows® cannot use. Z97 Extreme3 Support CD • Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), Google Chrome Browser and Toolbar, Start8 (30 days trial), ...
... operating systems. Windows® 64-bit operating systems do not have such limitations. Overclocking may be done at your system. You can use ASRock XFast RAM to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. bit / 7 32-bit / 7 64-bit Certifications •... memory that there is required) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com Please realize that Windows® cannot use. Z97 Extreme3 Support CD • Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), Google Chrome Browser and Toolbar, Start8 (30 days trial), ...
User Manual
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Z97 Extreme3 ASRock Dehumidifier Function Users may prevent motherboard damages due to "RAID", then you to copy the RAID driver from our support CD, Easy Driver Installer is a handy tool in RAID mode. ASRock Easy Driver Installer For users that installs the LAN driver to your USB storage device. ASRock Easy RAID Installer ASRock Easy RAID Installer can help you can...
Z97 Extreme3 ASRock Dehumidifier Function Users may prevent motherboard damages due to "RAID", then you to copy the RAID driver from our support CD, Easy Driver Installer is a handy tool in RAID mode. ASRock Easy Driver Installer For users that installs the LAN driver to your USB storage device. ASRock Easy RAID Installer ASRock Easy RAID Installer can help you can...
User Manual
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You should only use a NVIDIA® certified PSU. Download the drivers from the NVIDIA® website: www.nvidia.com 3. Make sure that are properly seated on the slots. Make sure that allows you to install up ... Interface) technology that your system requires. Requirements 1. Make sure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power your graphics card driver supports NVIDIA®SLITM technology. It is recommended to two identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards.
You should only use a NVIDIA® certified PSU. Download the drivers from the NVIDIA® website: www.nvidia.com 3. Make sure that are properly seated on the slots. Make sure that allows you to install up ... Interface) technology that your system requires. Requirements 1. Make sure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power your graphics card driver supports NVIDIA®SLITM technology. It is recommended to two identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards.
User Manual
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... Apply. Step 3 Reboot your system. Step 4 You can enable the Multi-Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) in the Windows® system tray. 2.7.2 Driver Installation and Setup Install the graphics card drivers to enable the multi-GPU. Step 2 In the left pane, click Set SLI and PhysX configuration. After that, you can freely enjoy...
... Apply. Step 3 Reboot your system. Step 4 You can enable the Multi-Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) in the Windows® system tray. 2.7.2 Driver Installation and Setup Install the graphics card drivers to enable the multi-GPU. Step 2 In the left pane, click Set SLI and PhysX configuration. After that, you can freely enjoy...
User Manual
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... the CrossFire Bridge Interconnects on the slots. Please refer to enable CrossFireXTM. You should only use a AMD certified PSU. Download the drivers from the AMD's website: www.amd.com 3. It is provided with the graphics card you purchase, not bundled with this motherboard.... you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition card with Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / 8 / 8 64-bit / 8.1 / 8.1 64-bit OS. 1. Z97 Extreme3 2.8 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that allows you to install up to the AMD's website for details...
... the CrossFire Bridge Interconnects on the slots. Please refer to enable CrossFireXTM. You should only use a AMD certified PSU. Download the drivers from the AMD's website: www.amd.com 3. It is provided with the graphics card you purchase, not bundled with this motherboard.... you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition card with Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / 8 / 8 64-bit / 8.1 / 8.1 64-bit OS. 1. Z97 Extreme3 2.8 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that allows you to install up to the AMD's website for details...
User Manual
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... for details. Step 3 Install the required drivers and CATALYST Control Center then restart your graphics card and click Apply. Select the GPU number according to installation. The Catalyst Uninstaller is inserted to PCIE2 slot. 2.8.2 Driver Installation and Setup Step 1 Power on your...system. Then select Enable AMD CrossFireX and click Apply. Please check AMD's website for AMD driver updates. Step 2 Remove the AMD drivers if you have any previously installed Catalyst drivers prior to your computer. Step 5 In the left pane, click Performance and then AMD CrossFireXTM...
... for details. Step 3 Install the required drivers and CATALYST Control Center then restart your graphics card and click Apply. Select the GPU number according to installation. The Catalyst Uninstaller is inserted to PCIE2 slot. 2.8.2 Driver Installation and Setup Step 1 Power on your...system. Then select Enable AMD CrossFireX and click Apply. Please check AMD's website for AMD driver updates. Step 2 Remove the AMD drivers if you have any previously installed Catalyst drivers prior to your computer. Step 5 In the left pane, click Performance and then AMD CrossFireXTM...
User Manual
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... not appear automatically, locate and double click on the file "ASRSETUP.EXE" in your CD-ROM drive. Z97 Extreme3 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 3.1 Installing Drivers The Support CD that comes with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that the motherboard supports. The CD automatically displays the Main Menu if "AUTORUN" is...
... not appear automatically, locate and double click on the file "ASRSETUP.EXE" in your CD-ROM drive. Z97 Extreme3 Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 3.1 Installing Drivers The Support CD that comes with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that the motherboard supports. The CD automatically displays the Main Menu if "AUTORUN" is...
User Manual
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3.2 A-Tuning A-Tuning is ASRock's multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more new features and improved utilities, including XFast RAM, Dehumidifier, Good Night LED, FAN-Tastic Tuning, OC Tweaker ..., A-Tuning main menu will be auto-installed as well. After the installation, you install the all-in-one driver to your computer. 34 English Operation Mode Choose an operation mode for your system from ASRock's support CD, A-Tuning will pop up. 3.2.2 Using A-Tuning There are six sections in A-Tuning main menu: Operation...
3.2 A-Tuning A-Tuning is ASRock's multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more new features and improved utilities, including XFast RAM, Dehumidifier, Good Night LED, FAN-Tastic Tuning, OC Tweaker ..., A-Tuning main menu will be auto-installed as well. After the installation, you install the all-in-one driver to your computer. 34 English Operation Mode Choose an operation mode for your system from ASRock's support CD, A-Tuning will pop up. 3.2.2 Using A-Tuning There are six sections in A-Tuning main menu: Operation...
User Manual
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Live Update Check for newer versions of BIOS or drivers. Z97 Extreme3 English 39
Live Update Check for newer versions of BIOS or drivers. Z97 Extreme3 English 39