890GX Extreme4
User Manual
Version 2.0
Published February 2011
Copyright©2011 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.
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Contents
ContentsContents
1.1.
IntroductionIntroduction
1.
Introduction
1.1.
IntroductionIntroduction
1.1 Package Contents ..................................................................... 5
1.2 Specifications ............................................................................ 6
1.3 Motherboard Layout ................................................................. 12
1.4 I/O Panel .................................................................................... 13
2.2.
InstallationInstallation
2.
Installation
2.2.
InstallationInstallation
Pre-installation Precautions ............................................................... 15
2.1 CPU Installation ......................................................................... 16
2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink ....................................... 16
2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) .................................... 17
2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) .......................... 19
2.5 Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features .......................... 20
2.6 CrossFireXTM, 3-Way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireX
Operation Guide ........................................................................ 23
2.7 ATITM Hybrid CrossFireXTM Operation Guide............................. 29
2.8 Jumpers Setup .......................................................................... 31
2.9 Onboard Headers and Connectors.......................................... 32
2.10 Smart Switches ........................................................................ 38
2.11 Dr. Debug .................................................................................. 39
2.12 Serial ATA3 (SATA3) Hard Disks Installation ............................ 43
2.13 Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for SATA3 HDDs ............... 43
2.14 SATA3 HDD Hot Plug Feature and Operation Guide ................. 44
2.15 Driver Installation Guide ............................................................ 46
2.16 Installing Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / Vista
XP 64-bit With RAID Functions ................................................. 46
2.16.1 Installing Windows® XP / XP 64-bit With RAID
2.16.2 Installing Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / Vista
2.17 Installing Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / Vista
XP 64-bit Without RAID Functions ............................................ 48
2.17.1 Installing Windows® XP / XP 64-bit Without RAID
2.17.2 Installing Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / Vista
2.18 Untied Overclocking Technology .............................................. 49
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With RAID Functions ..................................................... 47
Functions ...................................................................... 48
Without RAID Functions ................................................ 49
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UEFI SUEFI S
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4.4.
ETUP UTILITYETUP UTILITY
UEFI S
ETUP UTILITY
UEFI SUEFI S
ETUP UTILITYETUP UTILITY
3.1 Introduction ............................................................................... 50
3.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar ................................................................ 50
3.1.2 Navigation Keys ............................................................. 51
3.2 Main Screen .............................................................................. 51
3.3 OC Tweaker Screen ................................................................. 52
3.4 Advanced Screen .................................................................... 56
3.4.1 CPU Configuration .......................................................... 57
3.4.2 North Bridge Configuration ............................................. 58
3.4.3 South Bridge Configuration ............................................ 59
3.4.4 Storage Configuration .................................................... 60
3.4.5 Super IO Configuration ................................................... 61
3.4.6 ACPI Configuration ......................................................... 62
3.4.7 USB Configuration .......................................................... 63
3.5 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen ............................. 64
3.6 Boot Screen .............................................................................. 65
3.7 Security Screen ........................................................................ 66
3.8 Exit Screen ............................................................................... 67
Software SupportSoftware Support
Software Support
Software SupportSoftware Support
4.1 Install Operating System ........................................................... 68
4.2 Support CD Information ............................................................. 68
4.2.1 Running Support CD ....................................................... 68
4.2.2 Drivers Menu .................................................................. 68
4.2.3 Utilities Menu ................................................................... 68
4.2.4 Contact Information ........................................................ 68
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1.1.
IntroductionIntroduction
1.
Introduction
1.1.
IntroductionIntroduction
Thank you for purchasing ASRock 890GX Extreme4 motherboard, a reliable
motherboard produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It de-
livers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s commit-
ment to quality and endurance.
In this manual, chapter 1 and 2 contain introduction of the motherboard and step-by-step
guide to the hardware installation. Chapter 3 and 4 contain the configuration guide to
BIOS setup and information of the Support CD.
Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be
updated, the content of this manual will be subject to change without
notice. In case any modifications of this manual occur, the updated
version will be available on ASRock website without further notice. You
may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website
as well. ASRock website
If you require technical support related to this motherboard, please visit
our website for specific information about the model you are using.
www.asrock.com/support/index.asp
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ASRock 890GX Extreme4 Motherboard
(ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 9.6-in, 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)
ASRock 890GX Extreme4 Quick Installation Guide
ASRock 890GX Extreme4 Support CD
4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional)
2 x Serial ATA (SATA) HDD Power Cables (Optional)
1 x I/O Panel Shield
1 x Front USB 3.0 Panel
4 x HDD Screws
6 x Chassis Screws
1 x Rear USB 3.0 Bracket
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ASRock Reminds You...
To get better performance in Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit,
it is recommended to set the BIOS option in Storage Configuration to AHCI
mode. For the BIOS setup, please refer to the “User Manual” in our support
CD for details.
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SpecificationsSpecifications
1.2
Specifications
1.21.2
SpecificationsSpecifications
Platform - ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 9.6-in, 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm
- All Solid Capacitor design (100% Japan-made high-quality
Conductive Polymer Capacitors)
CPU - Support for Socket AM3+ processors
- Support for Socket AM3 processors: AMD PhenomTM II X6 /
X4 / X3 / X2 (except 920 / 940) / Athlon II X4 / X3 / X2 /
Sempron processors
- Supports 8-Core CPU
- Supports UCC feature (Unlock CPU Core) (see CAUTION 1)
- Advanced V8 + 2 Power Phase Design
- Supports CPU up to 140W
- Supports AMD’s Cool ‘n’ QuietTM Technology
- FSB 2600 MHz (5.2 GT/s)
- Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 2)
- Supports Hyper-Transport 3.0 (HT 3.0) Technology
Chipset - Northbridge: AMD 890GX
- Southbridge: AMD SB850
Memory - Dual Channel DDR3 Memory Technology (see CAUTION 3)
- 4 x DDR3 DIMM slots
- Support DDR3 1866(OC)/1800(OC)/1600(OC)/1333/1066/800
non-ECC, un-buffered memory (see CAUTION 4)
- Max. capacity of system memory: 32GB (see CAUTION 5)
Expansion Slot - 3 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (PCIE2/PCIE3: single at x16 or
dual at x8/x8 mode; PCIE4: x4 mode)
- 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot
- 3 x PCI slots
- Supports ATITM Quad CrossFireXTM, 3-Way CrossFireXTM,
CrossFireXTM and Hybrid CrossFireX
Graphics - Integrated AMD Radeon HD 4290 graphics
- DX10.1 class iGPU, Shader Model 4.1
- Max. shared memory 512MB (see CAUTION 6)
- Built-in 128MB DDR3 1333/1200MHz SidePort Memory
- Three VGA Output options: D-Sub, DVI-D and HDMI
- Supports HDMI Technology with max. resolution up to
1920x1200 (1080P)
- Supports Dual-link DVI with max. resolution up to 2560x1600
@ 75Hz
- Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to 2048x1536
@ 85Hz
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- Supports HDCP function with DVI and HDMI ports
- Supports Full HD 1080p Blu-ray (BD) / HD-DVD playback
with DVI and HDMI ports
Audio - 7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection
(Realtek ALC892 Audio Codec)
- Premium Blu-ray audio support
- Supports THX TruStudio Pro
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LAN - PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s
- Atheros® AR8151
- Supports Wake-On-LAN
Rear Panel I/O I/O Panel
- 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port
- 1 x VGA/D-Sub Port
- 1 x VGA/DVI-D Port
- 1 x HDMI Port
- 1 x Optical SPDIF Out Port
- 4 x Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports
- 1 x eSATA3 Connector
- 2 x Ready-to-Use USB 3.0 Ports
- 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED LED)
- 1 x IEEE 1394 Port
- 1 x Clear CMOS Switch with LED
- HD Audio Jack: Rear Speaker/Central/Bass/Line in/
Front Speaker/Microphone (see CAUTION 7)
SATA3 - 5 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s connectors, support RAID (RAID 0,
RAID 1, RAID 0+1 and RAID 5), NCQ, AHCI and "Hot Plug"
functions
USB 3.0 - 2 x Rear USB 3.0 ports by Etron EJ168A, support
USB 1.0/2.0/3.0 up to 5Gb/s
- 1 x Front USB 3.0 header (supports 2 USB 3.0 ports) by
Etron EJ168A, supports USB 1.0/2.0/3.0 up to 5Gb/s
Connector - 5 x SATA3 6.0Gb/s connectors
- 1 x IR header
- 1 x COM port header
- 1 x IEEE 1394 header
- 1 x HDMI_SPDIF header
- 1 x Power LED header
- CPU/Chassis/Power FAN connector
- 24 pin ATX power connector
- 8 pin 12V power connector
- Front panel audio connector
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- 3 x USB 2.0 headers (support 6 USB 2.0 ports)
- 1 x USB 3.0 header (supports 2 USB 3.0 ports)
- 1 x Dr. Debug (7-Segment Debug LED)
Smart Switch - 1 x Clear CMOS Switch with LED
- 1 x Power Switch with LED
- 1 x Reset Switch with LED
BIOS Feature - 32Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support
- Supports “Plug and Play”
- ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events
- Supports jumperfree
- SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support
- CPU, VCCM, NB, SB Voltage Multi-adjustment
Support CD - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Tri al V ersion)
Unique Feature - ASRock Extreme T uning Utility (AXTU) (see CAUTION 8)
- ASRock Instant Boot
- ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 9)
- ASRock APP Charger (see CAUTION 10)
- ASRock XFast USB (see CAUTION 11)
- Hybrid Booster:
- CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 12)
- ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 13)
- Boot Failure Guard (B.F.G.)
- Turbo 25 / Turbo 30 GPU Overclocking
- Turbo UCC
Hardware - CPU Temperature Sensing
Monitor - Chassis Temperature Sensing
- CPU/Chassis/Power Fan Tachometer
- CPU Quiet Fan
- CPU/Chassis Fan Multi-Speed Control
- Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore
OS - Microsoft® Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / Vista
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/ VistaTM 64-bit
/ XP / XP 64-bit compliant
Certifications - FCC, CE, WHQL
- ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required)
(see CAUTION 14)
* For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com
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WARNING
Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting
the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using the thirdparty overclocking tools. Overclocking may affect your system stability, or even
cause damage to the components and devices of your system. It should be done at
your own risk and expense. We are not responsible for possible damage caused by
overclocking.
CAUTION!
1. ASRock UCC (Unlock CPU Core) feature simplifies AMD CPU activation. As
long as a si mple switch of the UEFI option “ASRock UCC”, you can unlock the
extra CPU core to enjoy an instant performance boost. When UCC feature is
enabled, the dual-core or triple-core CPU will boost to the quad-core CPU, and
some CPU, including quad-core CPU, can also increase L3 cache size up to
6MB, which means you can enjoy the upgrade CPU performance with a better
price. Please be noted that UCC feature is supported with AM3/AM3+ CPU
only, and in addition, not every AM3/AM3+ CPU can support this function
because some CPU’s hidden core may be malfunctioned.
2. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Please read “Untied Overclocking Technology” on page 49 for details.
3. This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Before you
implement Dual Channel Memory Technology, make sure to read the
installation guide of memory modules on page 17 for proper installation.
4. Whether 1866/1800/1600MHz memory speed is supported depends on the
AM3/AM3+ CPU you adopt. If you want to adopt DDR3 1866/1800/1600
memory module on this motherboard, please refer to the memory support
list on our website for the compatible memory modules.
ASRock website http://www.asrock.com
5. Due to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may be
less than 4GB for the reservation for system usage under Windows® 7 /
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Vista
/ XP. For Windows® OS with 64-bit CPU, there is no such limitation.
6. The maximum shared memory size is defined by the chipset vendor and
is subject to change. Please check AMD website for the latest information.
7. For microphone input, this motherboard supports both stereo and mono modes.
For audio output, this motherboard supports 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel,
and 8-channel modes. Please check the table on page 13 for proper
connection.
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8. ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU) is an all-in-one tool to ne-tune
different system functions in a user-friendly interface, which is including
Hardware Monitor, Fan Control, Overclocking, OC DNA and IES. In Hardware Monitor, it shows the major readings of your system. In Fan Control,
it shows the fan speed and temperature for you to adjust. In Overclocking,
you are allowed to overclock CPU frequency for optimal system
performance. In OC DNA, you can save your OC settings as a profile and
share with your friends. Your friends then can load the OC profile to their
own system to get the same OC settings. In IES (Intelligent Energy
Saver), the voltage regulator can reduce the number of output phases to
improve efficiency when the CPU cores are idle without sacrificing
computing performance. Please visit our website for the operation procedures of ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU).
ASRock website:
9. ASRock Instant Flash is a BIOS flash utility embedded in Flash ROM.
This convenient BIOS update tool allows you to update system BIOS
without entering operating systems first like MS-DOS or Windows
this utility, you can press <F6> key during the POST or press <F2> key to
BIOS setup menu to access ASRock Instant Flash. Just launch this tool
and save the new BIOS file to your USB flash drive, floppy disk or hard
drive, then you can update your BIOS only in a few clicks without preparing an additional floppy diskette or other complicated flash utility. Please
be noted that the USB flash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/12 file
system.
10. If you desire a faster, less restricted way of charging your Apple devices,
such as iPhone/iPod/iPad Touch, ASRock has prepared a wonderful
solution for you - ASRock APP Charger. Simply installing the APP Charger
driver, it makes your iPhone charged much quickly from your computer
and up to 40% faster than before. ASRock APP Charger allows you to
quickly charge many Apple devices simultaneously and even supports
continuous charging when your PC enters into Standby mode (S1), Suspend to RAM (S3), hibernation mode (S4) or power off (S5). With APP
Charger driver installed, you can easily enjoy the marvelous charging
experience than ever.
ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/Feature/AppCharger/index.asp
11. ASRock XFast USB can boost USB storage device performance. The
performance may depend on the property of the device.
12. Although this motherboard offers stepless control, it is not recom-
mended to perform over-clocking. Frequencies other than the recommended CPU bus frequencies may cause the instability of the system
or damage the CPU.
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13. While CPU overheat is detected, the system will automatically shutdown.
Before you resume the system, please check if the CPU fan on the
motherboard functions properly and unplug the power cord, then plug it
back again. To improve heat dissipation, remember to spray thermal
grease between the CPU and the heatsink when you install the PC
system.
14. EuP, stands for Energy Using Product, was a provision regulated by
European Union to define the power consumption for the completed
system. According to EuP, the total AC power of the completed system
shall be under 1.00W in off mode condition. To meet EuP standard, an
EuP ready motherboard and an EuP ready power supply are required.
According to Intel’s suggestion, the EuP ready power supply must meet
the standard of 5v standby power efficiency is higher than 50% under
100 mA current consumption. For EuP ready power supply selection,
we recommend you checking with the power supply manufacturer for
more details.
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1.3 Motherboard Layout1.3 Motherboard Layout
1.3 Motherboard Layout
1.3 Motherboard Layout1.3 Motherboard Layout
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24.4cm (9.6-in)
Keyboard
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USB2.0
T:US B4
PWR_FAN1
B:USB5
VGA1
DVI_CON1
ATX12V1
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CPU_FAN2
CPU_FAN1
SOCKET AM3b
HDMI1
Clr
CMOS
IEEE1394
eSATA3
USB2.0
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RJ-45LAN
LAN
USB3.0
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CTR BASS
Center:
REAR SPK
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Optical
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MIC IN
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HD_AUDIO1
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HDMI_SPDIF1
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CHA_FAN2
PCIE1
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Sideport memory128MB
COM1
USB6_7
IR1
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PCIE2
PCI1
PCIE3
PCI2
SATA36Gb/s
PCIE4
PCI3
USB8_91USB10_11
AMD
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BIOS
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1 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1) 22 Dr. Debug (LED)
2 A TX 12V Power Connector (A TX12V1) 23 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_2_3, Light Blue)
3 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 24 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1)
4 AM3+ CPU Socket 25 SPI Flash Memory (32Mb)
5 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 26 Reset Switch (RSTBTN)
6 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2) 27 Power Switch (PWRBTN)
7 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots 28 USB 2.0 Header (USB10_11, Blue)
(Dual Channel A: DDR3_A1, DDR3_B1; Blue) 29 USB 2.0 Header (USB8_9, Blue)
8 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots 30 USB 2.0 Header (USB6_7, Blue)
(Dual Channel B: DDR3_A2, DDR3_B2; White) 31 Serial Port Connector (COM1)
9 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 3 2 Infrared Module Header (IR1)
10 A TX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 33 HDMI_SPDIF Header (HDMI_SPDIF1, White)
11 Northbridge Controller 34 Front Panel Audio Header
12 Southbridge Controller (HD_AUDIO1, White)
13 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER 1, White) 35 PCI Slot (PCI3)
14 Power LED Header (PLED1) 36 PCI Express 2.0 x16 Slot (PCIE4; Blue)
15 System Panel Header (PANEL1, White) 37 PCI Slot (PCI2)
16 SATA3 Connector (SATA4 (PORT 3), White) 3 8 PCI Express 2.0 x16 Slot (PCIE3; Blue)
17 SATA3 Connector (SATA5 (PORT 4), White) 39 PCI Slot (PCI1)
18 SATA3 Connector (SATA2 (PORT 1), White) 4 0 PCI Express 2.0 x16 Slot (PCIE2; Blue)
19 SATA3 Connector (SATA1 (PORT 0), White) 41 PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slot (PCIE1; White)
20 SATA3 Connector (SATA3 (PORT 2), White) 42 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN2)
21 Front Panel IEEE 1394 Header 43 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN3)
(FRONT_1394, White)
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FSB800
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CHA_FAN1
DDR3_A2(64 bit, 240-pinmodule)
DDR3_B2(64 bit, 240-pinmodule)
DDR3_A1(64 bit, 240-pinmodule)
Phenom II AM3+ Support 8-CoreCPU
DDR3 1866 HT3.0 FSB2.6GHz
DDR3_B1(64 bit, 240-pinmodule)
Dual Channel DX10.1 140W CPU
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SB850
Chipset
CLRCMOS1
Dr.
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USB3_2_3
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PLED1
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PANEL1
PLEDPWRBTN
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HDLED RESET
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SATA3(PORT2)
SATA4(PORT3)
SATA5(PORT4)
FRONT_1394
SATA1(PORT0)
SATA2(PORT1)
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1 USB 2.0 Ports (USB45) 10 Microphone (Pink)
2 VGA/D-Sub Port 11 USB 3.0 Port (USB01)
3 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23) 12 IEEE 1394 Port (IEEE 1394)
* 4 LAN RJ-45 Port *** 13 eSATA3 Connector
5 Central / Bass (Orange) 14 Clear CMOS Switch (CLRCBTN)
6 Rear Speaker (Black) 15 V GA/HDMI Port
7 Optical SPDIF Out Port 16 V GA/DVI-D Port
8 Line In (Light Blue) 17 PS/2 Keyboard Port (Purple)
** 9 Front Speaker (Lime)
* There are two LED next to the LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED
indications.
Activity/Link LED SPEED LED
Status Description Status Description
Off No Link Off 10Mbps connection
Blinking Data Activity Orange 100Mbps connection
On Link Green 1Gbps connection
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LAN Port LED Indications
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ACT/LINK
LED
SPEED
LED
LAN Port
** If you use 2-channel speaker, please connect the speaker’s plug into “Front Speaker Jack”.
See the table below for connection details in accordance with the type of speaker you use.
TABLE for Audio Output Connection
Audio Output Channels Front Speaker Rear Speaker Central / Bass Line In
(No. 9) (No. 6) (No. 5) or
Side Speaker
(No. 8)
2 V -- -- --
4VV----
6VVV--
8VVVV
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To enable Multi-Streaming function, you need to connect a front panel audio cable to the front
panel audio header. After restarting your computer, you will find “Mixer” tool on your system.
Please select “Mixer ToolBox” , click “Enable playback multi-streaming”, and click
“ok”. Choose “2CH”, “4CH”, “6CH”, or “8CH” and then you are allowed to select “Realtek HDA
Primary output” to use Rear Speaker, Central/Bass, and Front Speaker, or select “Realtek
HDA Audio 2nd output” to use front panel audio.
*** eSATA3 connector supports SATA Gen3 in cable 1M.
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InstallationInstallation
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Installation
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InstallationInstallation
This is an ATX form factor (12.0-in x 9.6-in, 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) motherboard.
Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to en-
sure that the motherboard fits into it.
Pre-installation PrecautionsPre-installation Precautions
Pre-installation Precautions
Pre-installation PrecautionsPre-installation Precautions
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard
components or change any motherboard settings.
Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the
power is switched off or the power cord is detached from the
power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the
motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.
1. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any
component.
2. To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to static
electricity, NEVER place your motherboard directly on the carpet or
the like. Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a
safety grounded object before you handle components.
3. Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs.
4. Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded anti-
static pad or in the bag that comes with the component.
5. When placing screws into the screw holes to secure the motherboard
to the chassis, please do not over-tighten the screws! Doing so may
damage the motherboard.
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2.12.1
CPU InstallationCPU Installation
2.1
CPU Installation
2.12.1
CPU InstallationCPU Installation
Step 1. Unlock the socket by lifting the lever up to a 90
o
angle.
Step 2. Position the CPU directly above the socket such that the CPU corner with
the golden triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle.
Step 3. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place.
The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU
into the socket to avoid bending of the pins.
Step 4. When the CPU is in place, press it firmly on the socket while you push
down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab
to indicate that it is locked.
Lever 90° Up
CPU Golden Triangle
Socker Corner
Small Triangle
STEP 1:
Lift Up The Socket Lever
2.22.2
Installation of CPU Fan and HeatsinkInstallation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
2.2
Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
2.22.2
Installation of CPU Fan and HeatsinkInstallation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
STEP 2 / STEP 3:
Match The CPU Golden Triangle
To The Socket Corner Small
Triangle
STEP 4:
Push Down And Lock
The Socket Lever
After you install the CPU into this motherboard, it is necessary to install a
larger heatsink and cooling fan to dissipate heat. You also need to spray
thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink to improve heat
dissipation. Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fas-
tened and in good contact with each other. Then connect the CPU fan to
the CPU FAN connector (CPU_FAN1, see Page 12, No. 5 or CPU_FAN2,
see Page 12, No. 6). For proper installation, please kindly refer to the
instruction manuals of the CPU fan and the heatsink.
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2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots,
and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel configuration,
you always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-
type) DDR3 DIMM pair in the slots of the same color. In other words, you have to
install identical DDR3 DIMM pair in Dual Channel A (DDR3_A1 and DDR3_B1;
Blue slots; see p.12 No.7) or identical DDR3 DIMM pair in Dual Channel B
(DDR3_A2 and DDR3_B2; White slots; see p.12 No.8), so that Dual Channel
Memory Technology can be activated. This motherboard also allows you to
install four DDR3 DIMMs for dual channel configuration, and please install iden-
tical DDR3 DIMMs in all four slots. You may refer to the Dual Channel Memory
Configuration Table below.
Dual Channel Memory Configurations
DDR3_A1 DDR3_A2 DDR3_B1 DDR3_B2
(Blue Slot) (White Slot) (Blue Slot) (White Slot)
(1) Populated - Populated -
(2) - Populated - Populated
(3)* Populated Populated Populated Populated
* For the configuration (3), please install identical DDR3 DIMMs in all four
slots.
1. If you want to install two memory modules, for optimal compatibility
and reliability, it is recommended to install them in the slots of the
same color. In other words, install them either in the set of blue slots
(DDR3_A1 and DDR3_B1), or in the set of white slots (DDR3_A2
and DDR3_B2).
2. If only one memory module or three memory modules are installed
in the DDR3 DIMM slots on this motherboard, it is unable to activate
the Dual Channel Memory Technology.
3. If a pair of memory modules is NOT installed in the same Dual
Channel, for example, installing a pair of memory modules in
DDR3_A1 and DDR3_A2, it is unable to activate the Dual Channel
Memory Technology .
4. It is not allowed to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into
DDR3 slot; otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged.
5. If you adopt DDR3 1866/1800/1600 memory modules on this
motherboard, it is recommended to install them on DDR3_A2 and
DDR3_B2 slots.
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Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM
Installing a DIMM
Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM
Please make sure to disconnect power supply before adding or
removing DIMMs or the system components.
Step 1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward.
Step 2. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break
on the slot.
notch
break
notch
break
The DIMM only fits in one correct orientation. It will cause permanent
damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot
at incorrect orientation.
Step 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at both ends fully
snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.
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2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)
2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)
2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)
There are 3 PCI slots and 4 PCI Express slots on this motherboard.
PCI Slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI
interface.
PCIE Slots:
PCIE1 (PCIE x1 slot; White) is used for PCI Express cards with x1 lane
width cards, such as Gigabit LAN card and SATA2 card.
PCIE2 / PCIE3 (PCIE x16 slot; Blue) is used for PCI Express x16 lane
width graphics cards, or used to install PCI Express graphics cards to
support CrossFireXTM function.
PCIE4 (PCIE x16 slot; Blue) is used for PCI Express x4 lane width
cards, or used to install PCI Express graphics cards to support 3-Way
CrossFireXTM function.
1. In single VGA card mode, it is recommended to install a PCI Express
x16 graphics card on PCIE2 slot.
2. In CrossFireXTM mode, please install PCI Express x16 graphics cards
on PCIE2 and PCIE3 slots. Therefore, both these two slots will work at
x8 bandwidth.
3. In 3-Way CrossFireX
cards on PCIE2, PCIE3 and PCIE4 slots. Therefore, PCIE2 and PCIE3
slots will work at x8 bandwidth while PCIE4 slot will work at x4 bandwidth.
4. Please connect a chassis fan to motherboard chassis fan connector
(CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2 or CHA_FAN3) when using multiple
graphics cards for better thermal environment.
5. PCIE1 slot is shared with PCIE4 slot. If you use PCIE1 slot, PCIE4
slot will work at x1 bandwidth. If you use PCIE4 slot, PCIE1 slot will be
disabled.
TM
mode, please install PCI Express x16 graphics
Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card
Installing an expansion card
Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card
Step 1. Before installing the expansion card, please make sure that the power
supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the
documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware
settings for the card before you start the installation.
Step 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a
chassis).
Step 3. Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screws
for later use.
Step 4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is
completely seated on the slot.
Step 5. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws.
Step 6. Replace the system cover.
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2.5 Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features2.5 Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features
2.5 Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features
2.5 Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features2.5 Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features
Dual Monitor Feature
This motherboard supports dual monitor feature. With the internal VGA output
support (DVI-D, D-Sub and HDMI), you can easily enjoy the benefits of dual monitor
feature without installing any add-on VGA card to this motherboard. This
motherboard also provides independent display controllers for DVI-D, D-Sub and
HDMI to support dual VGA output so that DVI-D, D-sub and HDMI can drive same or
different display contents.
To enable dual monitor feature, please follow the below steps:
1. Connect DVI-D monitor cable to VGA/DVI-D port on the I/O panel, connect D-Sub
monitor cable to VGA/D-Sub port on the I/O panel, or connect HDMI monitor
cable to HDMI port on the I/O panel.
VGA/D-Sub port
VGA/DVI-D port
2. If you have installed onboard VGA driver from our support CD to your system
already, you can freely enjoy the benefits of dual monitor function after your
system boots. If you haven’t installed onboard VGA driver yet, please install
onboard VGA driver from our support CD to your system and restart your
computer. Then you can start to use dual monitor function on this motherboard.
1. DVI-D and HDMI ports cannot function at the same time. When one of
them is enabled, the other one will be disabled.
2. When you playback HDCP-protected video from Blu-ray (BD) or
HD-DVD disc, the content will be displayed only in one of the two
monitors instead of both monitors.
HDMI port
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Surround Display Feature
This motherboard supports surround display upgrade. With the internal VGA
output support (DVI-D, D-Sub and HDMI) and external add-on PCI Express VGA
cards, you can easily enjoy the benefits of surround display feature.
Please refer to the following steps to set up a surround display environment:
1. Install the ATITM PCI Express VGA cards on PCIE2, PCIE3 and PCIE4 slots. Please
refer to page 19 for proper expansion card installation procedures for details.
2. Connect DVI-D monitor cable to VGA/DVI-D port on the I/O panel, connect D-Sub
monitor cable to VGA/D-Sub port on the I/O panel, or connect HDMI monitor
cable to HDMI port on the I/O panel. Then connect other monitor cables to the
corresponding connectors of the add-on PCI Express VGA cards on PCIE2,
PCIE3 and PCIE4 slots.
3. Boot your system. Press <F2> to enter UEFI setup. Enter “Share Memory”
option to adjust the memory capability to [32MB], [64MB], [128MB] [256MB] or
[512MB] to enable the function of VGA/D-sub. Please make sure that the value
you select is less than the total capability of the system memory. If you do not
adjust the UEFI setup, the default value of “Share Memory”, [Auto], will disable
VGA/D-Sub function when the add-on VGA card is inserted to this
motherboard.
4. Install the onboard VGA driver and the add-on PCI Express VGA card driver to
your system. If you have installed the drivers already, there is no need to install
them again.
5. Set up a multi-monitor display.
For Windows® XP / XP 64-bit OS:
Right click the desktop, choose “Properties”, and select the “Settings” tab
so that you can adjust the parameters of the multi-monitor according to the
steps below.
A. Click the “Identify” button to display a large number on each monitor.
B. Right-click the display icon in the Display Properties dialog that you wish
to be your primary monitor, and then select “Primary”. When you use
multiple monitors with your card, one monitor will always be Primary,
and all additional monitors will be designated as Secondary.
C. Select the display icon identified by the number 2.
D. Click “Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor”.
E. Right-click the display icon and select “Attached”, if necessary.
F. Set the “Screen Resolution” and “Color Quality” as appropriate for the
second monitor. Click “Apply” or “OK” to apply these new values.
G. Repeat steps C through E for the diaplay icon identified by the number
one, two, three, four, five, six, seven and eight.
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