Intel Smart Response Installation Guide
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UI setup instruction: 1. 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 Cache device or ... Acceleration" button on the GUI panel. 5. For all required drivers, including RST storage driver version 10.5 or later. 2. Intel Smart Response Technology Installation Guide This motherboard supports Intel Smart Response Technology. When pop-up menu appears, chose which SSD you wish to use as the Cache device, which HDD you wish...
UI setup instruction: 1. 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 Cache device or ... Acceleration" button on the GUI panel. 5. For all required drivers, including RST storage driver version 10.5 or later. 2. Intel Smart Response Technology Installation Guide This motherboard supports Intel Smart Response Technology. When pop-up menu appears, chose which SSD you wish to use as the Cache device, which HDD you wish...
Intel Rapid Storage Guide
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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. Use the up or down arrow keys to scroll through ...
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. Use the up or down arrow keys to scroll through ...
RAID Installation Guide
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1. 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. You may install SATA hard disks on SATA ports. 2 Guide to the Intel southbridge chipset that your motherboard adopts.
1. 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. You may install SATA hard disks on SATA ports. 2 Guide to the Intel southbridge chipset that your motherboard adopts.
RAID Installation Guide
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... data transfer rate. RAID 1 (Data Mirroring) RAID 1 is called data striping that optimizes two identical hard disk drives to RAID Configurations 2.1 Introduction of RAID This motherboard adopts Intel southbridge chipset that copies and maintains an identical image of the data in parallel, interleaved stacks. RAID 0 (Data Striping) RAID 0 is a method combining...
... data transfer rate. RAID 1 (Data Mirroring) RAID 1 is called data striping that optimizes two identical hard disk drives to RAID Configurations 2.1 Introduction of RAID This motherboard adopts Intel southbridge chipset that copies and maintains an identical image of the data in parallel, interleaved stacks. RAID 0 (Data Striping) RAID 0 is a method combining...
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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... a long time; >30 mins.) C. After installing Windows® 7 64-bit / 8 64-bit / 8.1 64-bit, install the hotfix kb2505454. (This may take more time to install motherboard drivers and utilities. 20
... a long time; >30 mins.) C. After installing Windows® 7 64-bit / 8 64-bit / 8.1 64-bit, install the hotfix kb2505454. (This may take more time to install motherboard drivers and utilities. 20
User Manual
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...(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this documentation. CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in advance. "Perchlorate Material-special handling may cause undesired operation. All rights reserved. Products ...transmitted, or translated in any errors or omissions that may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate" ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com In no responsibility for a particular purpose. When you discard the Lithium battery in California, USA, please follow...
...(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this documentation. CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in advance. "Perchlorate Material-special handling may cause undesired operation. All rights reserved. Products ...transmitted, or translated in any errors or omissions that may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate" ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com In no responsibility for a particular purpose. When you discard the Lithium battery in California, USA, please follow...
User Manual
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Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Motherboard Layout 7 1.4 I/O Panel 10 Chapter 2 Installation 12 2.1 Installing the CPU 13 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 16 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 17 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI ...
Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Motherboard Layout 7 1.4 I/O Panel 10 Chapter 2 Installation 12 2.1 Installing the CPU 13 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 16 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 17 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI ...
User Manual
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... updated version will be available on ASRock's website as well. Z97 Extreme9 Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you for mini-PCIe Slot 1 English ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Z97 Extreme9 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Z97 Extreme9 Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Z97 Extreme9 Support CD • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 2 x ASRock SLI_Bridge Cards • 1 x ASRock SLI_Bridge_3S Card • 1 x ASRock 3-Way SLI Bridge Card •...
... updated version will be available on ASRock's website as well. Z97 Extreme9 Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you for mini-PCIe Slot 1 English ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock Z97 Extreme9 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock Z97 Extreme9 Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Z97 Extreme9 Support CD • 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 2 x ASRock SLI_Bridge Cards • 1 x ASRock SLI_Bridge_3S Card • 1 x ASRock 3-Way SLI Bridge Card •...
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1.3 Motherboard Layout Z97 Extreme9 USB 2.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 PS2 Keyboard /Mouse USB3_5_6 1 USB3_7_8 1 ...CHA_FAN2 PCIE1 Purity CT5 SoundTM 2 CT4 CT3 CT2 CT1 Ultra M.2 PCIe Gen3 x4 PCIE2 Z97 Extreme9 PCIE3 MINI_PCIE1 PCIE4 NUT6 Super I/O NUT5 RoHS NUT4 NUT3 NUT2 HD_AUDIO1 1 COM1 1 PCIE_PWR1 PCIE5 TB1 USB4_5 1 ...1 USB6_7 1 M2_2 M2_1 SATA3_0 Intel Z97 SATA3_1 SATA3_2 SATAE_2 BIOS_A_LED BIOS_B_LED 64Mb BIOS 64Mb BIOS BIOS_A BIOS_B CLRMOS1 PLED1 1 1 CHA_FAN1 BIOS_SEL1 A B...
1.3 Motherboard Layout Z97 Extreme9 USB 2.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 PS2 Keyboard /Mouse USB3_5_6 1 USB3_7_8 1 ...CHA_FAN2 PCIE1 Purity CT5 SoundTM 2 CT4 CT3 CT2 CT1 Ultra M.2 PCIe Gen3 x4 PCIE2 Z97 Extreme9 PCIE3 MINI_PCIE1 PCIE4 NUT6 Super I/O NUT5 RoHS NUT4 NUT3 NUT2 HD_AUDIO1 1 COM1 1 PCIE_PWR1 PCIE5 TB1 USB4_5 1 ...1 USB6_7 1 M2_2 M2_1 SATA3_0 Intel Z97 SATA3_1 SATA3_2 SATAE_2 BIOS_A_LED BIOS_B_LED 64Mb BIOS 64Mb BIOS BIOS_A BIOS_B CLRMOS1 PLED1 1 1 CHA_FAN1 BIOS_SEL1 A B...
User Manual
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... NEVER place your chassis to ensure that comes with the components. • When placing screws to secure the motherboard to unplug the power cord before you uninstall any motherboard settings. • Make sure to the chassis, please do not overtighten the screws! Failure to do not touch... or change any components, place them on a carpet. Pre-installation Precautions Take note of your motherboard directly on a grounded anti-static pad or in the bag that the motherboard fits into it. Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you ...
... NEVER place your chassis to ensure that comes with the components. • When placing screws to secure the motherboard to unplug the power cord before you uninstall any motherboard settings. • Make sure to the chassis, please do not overtighten the screws! Failure to do not touch... or change any components, place them on a carpet. Pre-installation Precautions Take note of your motherboard directly on a grounded anti-static pad or in the bag that the motherboard fits into it. Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you ...
User Manual
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The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service. 15 English Z97 Extreme9 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. 15 English Z97 Extreme9 Please save and replace the cover if the processor is removed.
User Manual
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otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. English 17 It is not allowed to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pairs. 2. ... need to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into the slot at incorrect orientation. For dual channel configuration, you force the DIMM into a DDR3 slot; Z97 Extreme9 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 motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. English 17 It is not allowed to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pairs. 2. ... need to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into the slot at incorrect orientation. For dual channel configuration, you force the DIMM into a DDR3 slot; Z97 Extreme9 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.
User Manual
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... Graphics Cards in 4-Way CrossFireXTM or 4-Way x8 x8 x8 x8 SLITM Mode English For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis fan to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3) when using multiple graphics cards. 19 PCIE3 (PCIe 2.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x16 ...: MINI_PCIE1 (mini-PCIe slot) is used for the card before you start the installation. PCIe slots: PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is unplugged. Z97 Extreme9 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) There are 5 PCI Express slots and 1 mini-PCI Express slot on the motherboard.
... Graphics Cards in 4-Way CrossFireXTM or 4-Way x8 x8 x8 x8 SLITM Mode English For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis fan to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3) when using multiple graphics cards. 19 PCIE3 (PCIe 2.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x16 ...: MINI_PCIE1 (mini-PCIe slot) is used for the card before you start the installation. PCIe slots: PCIE1 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is unplugged. Z97 Extreme9 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) There are 5 PCI Express slots and 1 mini-PCI Express slot on the motherboard.
User Manual
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... panel design may configure the way to the motherboard. You may differ by chassis. The LED is on when the hard drive is operating. The LED is on when the system is reading or writing data. Placing jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Z97 Extreme9 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and...
... panel design may configure the way to the motherboard. You may differ by chassis. The LED is on when the hard drive is operating. The LED is on when the system is reading or writing data. Placing jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Z97 Extreme9 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and...
User Manual
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...Z97 Extreme9 USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB4_5) (see p.7, No. 34) (9-pin USB6_7) (see p.7, No. 11) Vbus IntA_PA_SSRXIntA_PA_SSRX+ 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... for connecting audio devices to OUT2_L. Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to Ground (GND). You don't need to this motherboard. Chassis Speaker Header (4-pin SPEAKER1) (see p.7, No. 38) GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET 1 OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R...
...Z97 Extreme9 USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB4_5) (see p.7, No. 34) (9-pin USB6_7) (see p.7, No. 11) Vbus IntA_PA_SSRXIntA_PA_SSRX+ 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... for connecting audio devices to OUT2_L. Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to Ground (GND). You don't need to this motherboard. Chassis Speaker Header (4-pin SPEAKER1) (see p.7, No. 38) GND PRESENCE# MIC_RET OUT_RET 1 OUT2_L J_SENSE OUT2_R...
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...Connectors (4-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.7, No. 31) (3-pin CHA_FAN2) (see p.7, No. 3) 24 FAN_SPEED_CONTROL FAN_SPEED +12V GND 1 234 FAN_SPEED FAN_VOLTAGE GND This motherboard provides a 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) connector. To use a 4-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 13. FAN_SPEED...12V CHA_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL Please connect fan cables to the fan connectors and match the black wire to Pin 1-3. 12 24 1 13 8 5 4 1 This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. English If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it along Pin 1 and Pin 5....
...Connectors (4-pin CHA_FAN1) (see p.7, No. 31) (3-pin CHA_FAN2) (see p.7, No. 3) 24 FAN_SPEED_CONTROL FAN_SPEED +12V GND 1 234 FAN_SPEED FAN_VOLTAGE GND This motherboard provides a 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) connector. To use a 4-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 13. FAN_SPEED...12V CHA_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL Please connect fan cables to the fan connectors and match the black wire to Pin 1-3. 12 24 1 13 8 5 4 1 This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. English If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it along Pin 1 and Pin 5....
User Manual
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... BIOS. BIOS Selection Switch (BIOS_SEL1) (see p.7, No. 25) Power Power Switch allows users to quickly turn on /off the system. This motherboard has two BIOS chips, a primary BIOS (BIOS_A) and a backup BIOS (BIOS_B), which BIOS is workable only when you power off your system.... For safety issues, users are not able to ensure normal system operation. This function is currently activated. 2.7 Smart Switches The motherboard has four smart switches: Power Switch, Reset Switch, Clear CMOS Switch and one BIOS Selection Switch, allowing users to quickly turn on ...
... BIOS. BIOS Selection Switch (BIOS_SEL1) (see p.7, No. 25) Power Power Switch allows users to quickly turn on /off the system. This motherboard has two BIOS chips, a primary BIOS (BIOS_A) and a backup BIOS (BIOS_B), which BIOS is workable only when you power off your system.... For safety issues, users are not able to ensure normal system operation. This function is currently activated. 2.7 Smart Switches The motherboard has four smart switches: Power Switch, Reset Switch, Clear CMOS Switch and one BIOS Selection Switch, allowing users to quickly turn on ...
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Z97 Extreme9 2.9 SLITM , 3-Way SLITM , 4-Way SLITM and Quad SLITM Operation Guide This motherboard supports NVIDIA® SLITM , 3-way SLITM, 4-way SLITM and Quad SLITM (Scalable Link Interface) technology that are properly seated on the slots. Requirements 1. Step 2 If ...
Z97 Extreme9 2.9 SLITM , 3-Way SLITM , 4-Way SLITM and Quad SLITM Operation Guide This motherboard supports NVIDIA® SLITM , 3-way SLITM, 4-way SLITM and Quad SLITM (Scalable Link Interface) technology that are properly seated on the slots. Requirements 1. Step 2 If ...
User Manual
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...refer to four identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards. 2.10 CrossFireXTM, 3-Way CrossFireXTM, 4-Way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM, 3-way CrossFireXTM, 4-way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that your graphics card driver supports AMD CrossFireXTM technology. Download the drivers from... details. 4. It is provided with the graphics card you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition card with this motherboard. If you purchase, not bundled with a 16-pipe card, both cards will operate as 12-pipe cards while in CrossFireXTM mode. ...
...refer to four identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards. 2.10 CrossFireXTM, 3-Way CrossFireXTM, 4-Way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM, 3-way CrossFireXTM, 4-way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that your graphics card driver supports AMD CrossFireXTM technology. Download the drivers from... details. 4. It is provided with the graphics card you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition card with this motherboard. If you purchase, not bundled with a 16-pipe card, both cards will operate as 12-pipe cards while in CrossFireXTM mode. ...