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IMB-152
User Manual
Version 1.0
Published June 2014
Copyright©2014 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.
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Version 1.0
Published June 2014
Copyright©2014 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.
Copyright Notice:
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Disclaimer:
Specications and information contained in this documentation are furnished for
informational use only and subject to change without notice, and should not be
constructed as a commitment by ASRock. ASRock assumes no responsibility for
any errors or omissions that may appear in this documentation.
With respect to the contents of this documentation, ASRock does not provide
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e terms HDMITM and HDMI High-Denition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI
logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United
States and other countries.
is device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY
e Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance
controlled in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by the
California Legislature. When you discard the Lithium battery in California, USA, please
follow the related regulations in advance.
“Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate”
ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com
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Contents
1 Introduction ....................................................... 5
1.1 Package Contents ......................................................... 5
1.2 Specications ................................................................. 6
1.3 Motherboard Layout ....................................................... 8
1.4 I/O Panel ........................................................................ 10
2 Installation ......................................................... 11
2.1 Screw Holes ................................................................... 11
2.2 Pre-installation Precautions ........................................... 11
2.3 Installation of Memory Module (SO-DIMM) ................... 12
2.4 Expansion Slot ............................................................... 13
2.5 Jumpers Setup ............................................................... 14
2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors ................................ 16
3 UEFI SETUP UTILITY ......................................... 21
3.1 Introduction .................................................................... 21
3.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar .................................................... 21
3.1.2 Navigation Keys ................................................... 22
3.2 Main Screen ................................................................... 22
3.3 Advanced Screen ........................................................... 23
3.3.1 CPU Conguration ............................................... 24
3.3.2 Chipset Conguration........................................... 25
3.3.3 Storage Conguration .......................................... 27
3.3.4 Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology ..................... 28
3.3.5 Super IO Conguration ........................................ 29
3.3.6 ACPI Conguration............................................... 30
3.3.7 USB Conguration ............................................... 31
3.4 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen ................... 32
3.5 Security Screen ............................................................. 33
3.6 Boot Screen ................................................................... 34
3.7 Exit Screen .................................................................... 36
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4 Software Support .............................................. 37
4.1 Install Operating System ................................................ 37
4.2 Support CD Information ................................................. 37
4.2.1 Running Support CD ............................................ 37
4.2.2 Drivers Menu ........................................................ 37
4.2.3 Utilities Menu........................................................ 37
4.2.4 Contact Information .............................................. 37
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Thank you for purchasing ASRock IMB-152 motherboard, a reliable motherboard
produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent
performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s commitment 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 conguration
guide to BIOS setup and information of the Support CD.
Because the motherboard specications and the BIOS software might be
updated, the content of this manual will be subject to change without no-
tice. In case any modications of this manual occur, the updated version
will be available on ASRock website without further notice. You may nd
the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website as well.
ASRock website http://www.asrock.com
If you require technical support related to this motherboard, please visit
our website for specic information about the model you are using.
www.asrock.com/support/index.asp
1.1 Package Contents
ASRock IMB-152 Motherboard
(Mini-ITX Form Factor: 6.7-in x 6.7-in, 17.0 cm x 17.0 cm)
ASRock IMB-152 Driver CD
ASRock IMB-152 Jumper Setting Instruction
1 x I/O Panel Shield
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1.2 Specications
Form
Factor
Dimensions Mini-ITX (6.7-in x 6.7-in)
Processor
System
CPU
Intel® new AtomTM Baytrail-M/D
Supports Hyper-Threading Technology
Default J1900 Quad core processor
Core
Number
(By CPU, Max 4)
Max Speed (By CPU)
L2 Cache (By CPU)
Chipset (By CPU)
BIOS UEFI
Expansion
Slot
PCI 0
Mini-PCIe 1 (Half Size)
mSATA 0
PCIe 1 (x1)
CFast Card
Socket
0
Memory
Technology Single Channel DDR3L 1333 MHz SDRAM
Max. 4GB
Socket 1 x SO-DIMM
Graphics
Controller Intel® Gen7 Intel® Graphics DX 11, OGL3.2
VRAM Shared Memory
VGA Supports max. resolution 1920 x 1200
LVDS
Dual channel 24-bit, max resolution 1920 x 1200
@ 60Hz
HDMI Supports HDMI 1.4a, max resolution 1920x1200
DVI No
DisplayPort No
Multi Display Yes (Dual Display)
Ethernet
Ethernet 10/100/1000 Mbps
Controller
GbE LAN: 1 x Realtek RTL8111G-CG
Optional Support 2 x Realtek RTL8111G-CG
Connector 1 x RJ-45 Optional 2 x RJ-45
SATA
Max Data
Transfer
Rate
SATA2 (3.0Gb/s)
Rear I/O
VGA 1
DVI 0
HDMI 1 (Pin Header)
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DisplayPort 0
Ethernet 1 Optional 2
USB 4 x USB 3.0
Audio 2 (Mic-in, Line-out)
Serial 3 x RS-232
PS/2 2 (1 x keyboard and 1 x mouse)
Internal
Connector
USB 6 (3 x 2.54 pitch header USB 2.0 compliant)
LVDS/
Inverter
1/1
VGA 0
Serial 3 (RS-232)
SATA 2 x SATA2 (3.0Gb/s)
mPCIe 1
Parallel 1
mSATA 0
IrDA 0
GPIO 8-bit 4 x GPI + 4 x GPO Share with COM 5
SATA PWR
Output Con
1
Speaker
Header
1
Watchdog
Timer
Output From Super I/O to drag RESETCON#
Interval 256 segments, 0,1,2…255sec/min
Power
Requirements
Input PWR 12V DC-In (4-pin ATX PWR Con)
Power On
AT/ATX Supported
-AT : Directly PWR on as power input ready
-ATX : Press button to PWR on after power
input ready
Environment Temperature 0ºC – 60ºC
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1.3 Motherboard Layout
BUZ Z1
BIO S
Chi p
1
HD_AUD IO1
IM B -152
SATA2_2
SATA2_1
PCIE1
mi n i-PCI e
1
LPC1
CLRCMO S1
1
FAN1
SPEAKE R1
1
ATX12V 1
1
BLT_VOL 1
HDLED RESET
PLED PWRBT N
PANEL1
1
1
1
COM4
SATA_PWR 1
LVDS1
1
1
BLT_PWR 1
Indu stri al
1
PWR_JP 1
1
JGPIO_ PWR1
PS2
Key bo ard
PS2
Mou se
COM
Port 2
COM
Port 1
COM
Port 3
VGA1
USB 3.0
T: USB1
B: USB0
Top:
RJ- 45
USB 3.0
T: USB3
B: USB2
Top:
Lin e O ut
Bo t to m:
Mic In
1
USB2_4 _5
1
JGPIO1
1
PNL_PW R1
1
BKT_PW R1
1
CI2
1
CI1
DDR3 _A1 (Sup por t DDR 3L)
CMOS
Battery
1
BLT_PWM 1
1
PWR_CO M1
1
PWR_CO M2
1
PWR_CO M3
1
HDMI1
1
PWR_CO M4
1
PWR_CO M5
1
PWR_CO M6
1
USB2_2 _3
1
USB2_0 _1
1
COM5
1
COM6
1
LPT1
1
SPDIF1
12V_ OUT1
1
JGPIO_ SET1
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1 :
Backlight Power Connector (BLT_PWR1)
2 : Backlight Volume Control (BLT_VOL1)
3 : Panel Power Selection (LCD_VCC) (PNL_PWR1)
4 : LVDS Panel Connector
5 : Backlight Power Selection (LCD_BLT_VCC) (BKT_PWR1)
6 : BLT_PWM1
7 : ATX Power Connector (Input 12V)
8 : +12V_OUT1 Connector
9 : SATA Power Output Connector
10 : SATA2 Connectors (SATA2_1, SATA2_2)
11 : Printer Port Header
12 : Clear CMOS Header
13 :
System Panel Header
14 :
4-Pin FAN Connector (+12V)
15: COM Port PWR Setting Jumper (PWR_COM6) (For COM Port6)
16 : USB2.0 Connectors (USB2_0_1, USB2_2_3, USB2_4_5)
17: COM Port PWR Setting Jumper (PWR_COM5) (For COM Port5)
18: COM Port PWR Setting Jumper (PWR_COM4) (For COM Port4)
19 : Digital Input / Output Pin Header
20 : Digital Input / Output Power Select
21 : COM4, 5, 6 Headers (RS232)
22 : SPDIF Header
23 : JGPIO_SET1
24 : LPC Header
25 : ATX/AT Mode Selection
26 : 3W Audio AMP Output Wafer
27 :
Front Panel Audio Header
28 : Chassis Intrusion Headers (CI1, CI2)
29 : HDMI Connector
30: COM Port PWR Setting Jumper (PWR_COM1, 2, 3) (For COM Port1, 2, 3)
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1.4 I/O Panel
* There are two LED next to the LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED
indications.
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
1 PS/2 Mouse Port
2 COM Port 2 (COM2)
3 COM Port 3 (COM3)
4 LAN RJ-45 Port*
5 Line out (Green)
6 Microphone (Pink)
7 USB 3.0 Ports (USB3_0_1)
8 USB 3.0 Ports (USB3_2_3)
9 VGA Port (VGA1)
10 COM Port 1 (COM1)
11 PS/2 Keyboard Port
ACT/LINK
LED
SPEED
LED
LAN Port
6
1
2
4
3
5
8
7
10
11
9
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Chapter 2: Installation
This is a Mini-ITX form factor (6.7" x 6.7", 17.0 x 17.0 cm) motherboard. Before you
install the motherboard, study the conguration of your chassis to ensure that the
motherboard ts into it.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the
motherboard. Failure to do so may cause physical injuries to you and
damages to motherboard components.
2.1 Screw Holes
Place screws into the holes to secure the motherboard to the chassis.
Do not over-tighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.
2.2 Pre-installation Precautions
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components
or change any motherboard settings.
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 antistatic pad or
in the bag that comes with the component.
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.
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2.3 Installation of Memory Module (SO-DIMM)
IMB-152 motherboard provides one 204-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) SO-DIMM
slot, which supports Dual Channel DDR3L (low voltage).
1. It is not allowed to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into a
DDR3 slot; otherwise, this motherboard and SO-DIMM may be
damaged.
2. Please make sure to disconnect the power supply before adding or
removing SO-DIMMs or the system components.
3. The SO-DIMM only ts in one correct orientation. It will cause
permanent damage to the motherboard and the SO-DIMM if you force
the SO-DIMM into the slot at incorrect orientation.
Installing a SO-DIMM
Step 1. Align a SO-DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the SO-DIMM
matches the break on the slot.
Step 2. Firmly insert the SO-DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at both
ends fully snap back in place and the SO-DIMM is properly seated.
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2.4 Expansion Slots (mini-PCIe and PCI Express Slot)
There is 1 mini-PCIe slot and 1 PCI Express slot on this motherboard.
mini-PCIe slot:
MINI_PCIE1 (mini-PCIe slot; half size) is used for PCI Express mini
cards.
PCIE slot: PCIE1 (PCIE x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards.
Installing 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 rmly 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 Jumpers Setup
The illustrati on show s how jum pers are
setup. When the jumper cap is placed on
pins, the jumper is “Short”. If no jumper cap
is placed on pins, the jumper is “Open”. The
illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose
pin1 and pin2 are “Short” when jumper cap
is placed on these 2 pins.
Clear CMOS Jumper
(CLRCMOS1)
(see p.8, No. 12)
Note: CLRCMOS1 allows you to clear the data in CMOS. To clear and reset the
system parameters to default setup, please turn off the computer and unplug
the power cord from the power supply. After waiting for 15 seconds, use a
jumper cap to short pin2 and pin3 on CLRCMOS1 for 5 seconds. However,
please do not clear the CMOS right after you update the BIOS. If you need
to clear the CMOS when you just nish updating the BIOS, you must boot up
the system rst, and then shut it down before you do the clear-CMOS action.
Please be noted that the password, date, time, user default prole and MAC
address will be cleared only if the CMOS battery is removed.
Clear CMOSDefault
Panel Power Selection (LCD_VCC) Use this to set up the VDD
(5-pin PNL_PWR1)
power of the LVDS connector.
(see p.8 No. 3)
1-2: LVDD: +3V
2-3: LVDD: +5V
4-5: LVDD: +12V
Digital Input / Output Power Select
1-2: +12V
(3-pin JGPIO_PWR1)
2-3: +5V
(see p.8 No. 20)
ATX/AT Mode Selection
1-2: AT Mode
(3-pin PWR_JP1)
2-3: ATX Mode
(see p.8 No. 25)
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Backlight Power Selection Use this to set up the backlight
(LCD_BLT_VCC) power of the LVDS connector
(5-pin BKT_PWR1)
and the panel backlight power
(see p.8 No. 5)
of BLT_PWM1.
1-2: LCD_BLT_VCC: +5V
2-3: LCD_BLT_VCC: +12V
Backlight Control Level
(CON_LBKLT_CTL)
1-2: +3V Level
(3-pin BLT_PWM1)
2-3: +5V Level
(see p.8, No. 6)
COM Port PWR Setting Jumpers
1-2: +5V
(3-pin PWR_COM1, 2, 3, for COM Port1, 2, 3)
2-3: +12V
(see p.8, No. 30)
(3-pin PWR_COM4, for COM Port4)
(see p.8, No. 18)
(3-pin PWR_COM5, for COM Port5)
(see p.8, No. 17)
(3-pin PWR_COM6, for COM Port6)
(see p.8, No. 15)
JGPIO_SET1
1-2: +3V
(3-pin JGPIO_SET1)
3-4: GND
(see p.8, No. 23)
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2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors
Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place
jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Placing jumper caps
over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage of the
motherboard!
SATA2 Connectors These two Serial ATA2
(SATA2_1, SATA2_2: see p.8, No. 10)
(SATA2) connectors support
SATA data cables for internal
storage devices. The current
SATA2 interface allows up to
3.0 Gb/s data transfer rate.
USB 2.0 Connectors There are three USB 2.0
(9-pin USB2_0_1, USB2_2_3, USB2_4_5)
connectors on this
(see p.8 No. 16)
motherboard. Each USB 2.0
connector can support two USB
ports.
System Panel Header This header accommodates
(9-pin PANEL1)
several system front panel
(see p.8 No. 13)
functions.
Connect the power switch, reset switch and system status indicator on the
chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the
positive and negative pins before connecting the cables.
PWRBTN (Power Switch):
Connect to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may congure
the way to turn off your system using the power switch.
RESET (Reset Switch):
Connect to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset
switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a
normal restart.
SATA2_2
SATA2_1
NC
GN D
GN D
+
-
PW R
+
-
PW R
1
GND
RESE T#
PWRB TN #
PLED -
PLED +
GND
HDLE D-
HDLE D+
1
GND
USB2_0_1 and USB2_2_3 support +5V power.
USB2_4_5 supports +5V standby power.
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PLED (System Power LED):
Connect to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED
is on when the system is operating. The LED keeps blinking when the sys-
tem is in S1 sleep state. The LED is off when the system is in S3/S4 sleep
state or powered off (S5).
HDLED (Hard Drive Activity LED):
Connect to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED
is on when the hard drive is reading or writing data.
The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly
consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED,
speaker and etc. When connecting your chassis front panel module to this
header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assign-ments are
matched correctly.
3W Audio AMP Output Wafer
(4-pin SPEAKER1)
(see p.8 No. 26)
Front Panel Audio Header This is an interface for front
(9-pin HD_AUDIO1)
panel audio cable that allows
(see p.8 No. 27)
convenient connection and
control of audio devices.
1. High Denition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on
the chassis must support HDA to function correctly. Please follow the
instruction in our manual and chassis manual to install your system.
2. If you use AC’97 audio panel, please install it to the front panel audio
header as below:
A. Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to MIC2_L.
B. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to OUT2_L.
C. Connect Ground (GND) to Ground (GND).
D. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for HD audio panel only. You don’t
need to connect them for AC’97 audio panel.
E. To activate the front mic.
Go to the “FrontMic” Tab in the Realtek Control panel. Adjust
“Recording Volume”.
1
PIN Signal Name
1 OUTLN
2 OUTLP
3 OUTRP
4 OUTRN
MI C2 _R
GN D
OU T2 _R
J_ SE NS E
MI C_ RE T
OU T_ RE T
MI C2 _L
1
PR ES EN CE #
OU T2 _L
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Fan Connector Please connect the fan cable
(4-pin FAN1)
to the fan connector and
(see p.8 No. 14)
match the black wire to the
ground pin.
ATX Power Connector Please connect a DC
(Input 12V) 12V power supply to this
(4-pin ATX12V1)
connector.
(see p.8 No. 7)
1-2: GND
3-4: DC Input
Printer Port Header
(25-pin LPT1)
(see p.8 No. 11)
LVDS Connector
(40-pin LVDS1)
(see p.8 No. 4)
FAN_ SP EE D
FAN_ SP EE D_ C ON TR OL
+12 V
GND
4
3
2
1
4
2
3
1
1
AFD #
ERR OR#
PIN IT#
GND
SLI N#
STB #
SPD 0
SPD 1
SPD 2
SPD 3
SPD 4
SPD 5
SPD 6
SPD 7
ACK #
BUS Y
PE
SLC T
40
2
1
39
PIN Signal Name PIN Signal Name
1 LCD_VCC 2 LCD_VCC
3 +3.3V
4 LDDC_CLK
5 LDDC_DATA 6 LVDS_A_DATA0#
7 LVDS_A_DATA0 8 GND
9 LVDS_A_DATA1# 10 LVDS_A_DATA1
11 GND 12 LVDS_A_DATA2#
13 LVDS_A_DATA2 14 GND
15 LVDS_A_DATA3# 16 LVDS_A_DATA3
17 GND 18 LVDS_A_CLK#
19 LVDS_A_CLK 20 GND
21 LVDS_B_DATA0# 22 LVDS_B_DATA0
23 GND 24 LVDS_B_DATA1#
25 LVDS_B_DATA1 26 GND
27 LVDS_B_DATA2# 28 LVDS_B_DATA2
29 LVDD_EN 30 LVDS_B_DATA3#
31 LVDS_B_DATA3 32 GND
33 LVDS_B_CLK# 34 LVDS_B_CLK
35 GND 36 CON_LBKLT_EN
37 CON_LBKLT_CTL 38 LCD_BLT_VCC
39 LCD_BLT_VCC 40 LCD_BLT_VCC
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Digital Input / Output Pin Header
(10-pin JGPIO1)
(see p.8 No. 19)
Backlight Volume Control
(7-pin BLT_VOL1)
(see p.8 No. 2)
Backlight Power Connector
(6-pin BLT_PWR1)
(see p.8 No. 1)
1
PIN Signal Name
1 GND
2 GND
3 BL CTL
4 BL EN
5 LCD_BLT_VCC
6 LCD_BLT_VCC
PIN Signal Name PIN Signal Name
1 SIO_GP24/RXD 2 SIO_GP20/CTS
3 SIO_GP25/TXD 4 SIO_GP21/DSR
5 SIO_GP26/DCD 6 SIO_GP22/RTS
7 SIO_GP27/RI 8 SIO_GP23/DTR
9 JGPO_PWR 10 GND
PIN Signal Name
1 GPIO_VOL_UP
2 GPIO_VOL_DW
3 PWRDN
4 LVDS1 BLUP
5 LVDS1 BLDW
6 GND
7 GND
1
SATA Power Output Connector
(4-pin SATA_PWR1)
(see p.8 No. 9)
Chassis Intrusion Headers This motherboard supports
(2-pin CI1, CI2: see p.8, No. 28)
CASE OPEN detection feature
that detects if the chassis cover
has been removed. This feature
requires a chassis with chassis
intrusion detection design.
GN D
+5 V
+1 2V
1
GN D
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COM4, 5, 6 Headers (RS232)
(9-pin COM4/COM5/COM6: see p.8, No. 21)
LPC Header This connector supports a
(19-pin LPC1)
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
(
see p.8, No. 24)
system, which can
securely store keys, digital
certicates, passwords, and
data. A TPM system also helps
enhance network security,
protects digital identities, and
ensures platform integrity.
GND
DDC D# 1
TTX D1
RRT S# 1
DDT R#
DDS R# 1
CCT S# 1
1
RRX D
NC/ +5 V/ +1 2V
1
GND
GND
S_P WRD WN #
LAD 2
SMB _CL K_ MAI N
PCI CLK
PCI RST
#
LAD 3
+3V
LAD 0
F_C LKR UN #
FRA ME
SMB _DA TA _MA IN
LAD 1
SER IRQ #
GND
+3V SB
48M Hz
+5V
HDMI Connector
(20-pin HDMI1: see p.8, No. 29)
PIN Signal Name PIN Signal Name
2 NC 1 GND
4 GND 3
TMDS CLK-
6
TMDS DATA1+
5
TMDS CLK+
8
TMDS DATA1-
7 GND
10 GND 9 GND
12 DDC DATA 11
TMDS DATA0+
14 DDC CLK 13
TMDS DATA0-
16 GND 15 GND
18
TMDS DATA2+
17 HOT PLUG
20
TMDS DATA2-
19 +5V
1
2
2
1
1
GN D
+5 V
SP DI FO UT
SPDIF Header
(3-pin SPDIF1: see p.8, No. 22)
+12V_OUT1 Connector Pin1
: GND
(2-pin +12V_OUT1: see p.8, No. 8)
Pin2: +12V
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Chapter 3: UEFI SETUP UTILITY
3.1 Introduction
This section explains how to use the UEFI SETUP UTILITY to congure your
system. The UEFI chip on the motherboard stores the UEFI SETUP UTILITY. You
may run the UEFI SETUP UTILITY when you start up the computer. Please press
<F2> or <Del> during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to enter the UEFI SETUP
UTILITY, otherwise, POST will continue with its test routines.
If you wish to enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY after POST, restart the system by
pressing <Ctl> + <Alt> + <Delete>, or by pressing the reset button on the system
chassis. You may also restart by turning the system off and then back on.
Because the UEFI software is constantly being updated, the
following UEFI setup screens and descriptions are for reference
purpose only, and they may not exactly match what you see on
your screen.
3.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar
The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections:
Main To set up the system time/date information
Advanced To set up the advanced UEFI features
H/W Monitor To display current hardware status
Security To set up the security features
Boot To set up the default system device to locate and load the
Operating System
Exit To exit the current screen or the UEFI SETUP UTILITY
Use < > key or < > key to choose among the selections on the menu
bar, and then press <Enter> to get into the sub screen. You can also use the
mouse to click your required item.
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3.1.2 Navigation Keys
Please check the following table for the function description of each navigation
key.
Navigation Key(s) Function Description
/ Moves cursor left or right to select Screens
/ Moves cursor up or down to select items
+ / - To change option for the selected items
<Enter> To bring up the selected screen
<F1> To display the General Help Screen
<F7> Discard changes
<F9> To load optimal default values for all the settings
<F10> To save changes and exit the UEFI SETUP UTILITY
<F12> Print screen
<ESC> To jump to the Exit Screen or exit the current screen
3.2 Main Screen
When you enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display
the system overview.
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Setting wrong values in this section may cause
the system to malfunction.
3.3 Advanced Screen
In this section, you may set the congurations for the following items: CPU Congu-
ration, Chipset Conguration, Storage Conguration, Intel(R) Smart Connect Tech-
nology, Super IO Conguration, ACPI Conguration and USB Conguration.
Instant Flash
Instant Flash is a UEFI ash utility embedded in Flash ROM. This conve-
nient UEFI update tool allows you to update system UEFI without entering
operating systems rst like MS-DOS or Windows®. Just launch this tool
and save the new UEFI le to your USB ash drive, oppy disk or hard
drive, then you can update your UEFI only in a few clicks without prepar-
ing an additional oppy diskette or other complicated ash utility. Please
be noted that the USB ash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/12 le
system. If you execute Instant Flash utility, the utility will show the UEFI
les and their respective information. Select the proper UEFI le to update
your UEFI, and reboot your system after UEFI update process completes.
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Intel SpeedStep Technology
Intel SpeedStep technology is Intel’s new power saving technology. Pro-
cessors can switch between multiple frequencies and voltage points to en-
able power saving. The default value is [Enabled]. Conguration options:
[Enabled] and [Disabled]. If you install Windows® 8 / 8.1 and want to en-
able this function, please set this item to [Enabled]. This item will be hid-
den if the current CPU does not support Intel SpeedStep technology.
3.3.1 CPU Conguration
Please note that enabling this function may reduce CPU voltage and lead to system
stability or compatibility issues with some power supplies. Please set this item to
[Disabled] if above issues occur.
CPU C States Support
Enable CPU C States Support for power saving. It is recommended to
keep C3, C6 and C7 all enabled for better power saving.
Enhanced Halt State (C1E)
Enable Enhanced Halt State (C1E) for lower power consumption.
No-Execute Memory Protection
No-Execution (NX) Memory Protection Technology is an enhancement
to the IA-32 Intel Architecture. An IA-32 processor with “No Execute (NX)
Memory Protection” can prevent data pages from being used by malicious
software to execute codes. This option will be hidden if the current CPU
does not support No-Excute Memory Protection.
Intel Virtualization Technology
When this option is set to [Enabled], a VMM (Virtual Machine Architecture)
can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Vanderpool
Technology. This option will be hidden if the installed CPU does not
support Intel Virtualization Technology.
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3.3.2 Chipset Conguration
DRAM Voltage
Use this to congure DRAM Voltage.
Primary Graphics Adapter
This allows you to select [Onboard] or [PCI Express] as the boot graphic
adapter priority. The default value is [PCI Express].
Share Memory
Congure the size of memory that is allocated to the integrated graphics
processor when the system boots up.
Active LVDS
Use this to enable or disable the LVDS. The default value is [Enabled].
Panel Type Selection
Use this to select panel type.
Primary IGFX Boot Display
Use this to select primary IGFX boot display. The default value is [VBIOS
Default].
Onboard HD Audio
Select [Auto], [Enabled] or [Disabled] for the onboard HD Audio feature.
Front Panel
Select [Auto] or [Disabled] for the onboard HD Audio Front Panel.
Onboard HDMI HD Audio
This allows you to enable or disable the Onboard HDMI HD Audio feature.
Onboard LAN 1
This allows you to enable or disable the Onboard LAN 1 feature.
PCIE1 Link Speed
Select the link speed for PCIE1.
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Deep S5
Mobile platforms support Deep S5 in DC only and desktop platforms sup-
port Deep S5 in AC only. The default value is [Disabled].
Restore on AC/Power Loss
This allows you to set the power state after an unexpected AC/power loss.
If [Power Off] is selected, the AC/power remains off when the power
recovers. If [Power On] is selected, the AC/power resumes and the
system starts to boot up when the power recovers. If [LAST STATE] is
selected, the AC/power restores to the last power state when the power
recovers.
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3.3.3 Storage Conguration
SATA Controller(s)
Use this item to enable or disable the SATA Controller feature.
SATA Mode Selection
Use this to select SATA mode. Conguration options: [IDE Mode], [AHCI
Mode] and [Disabled]. The default value is [AHCI Mode].
AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) supports NCQ
and other new features that will improve SATA disk perfor-
mance but IDE mode does not have these advantages.
SATA Aggressive Link Power Management
Use this item to congure SATA Aggressive Link Power Management.
Hard Disk S.M.A.R.T.
Use this item to enable or disable the S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analy-
sis, and Reporting Technology) feature. Conguration options: [Disabled]
and [Enabled].
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3.3.4 Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology
Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology
Use this item to enable or disable Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology.
Intel(R) Smart Connect Technology keeps your e-mail and social networks,
such as Twitter, Facebook, etc. updated automatically while the computer
is in sleep mode. The default is [Enabled].
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3.3.5 Super IO Conguration
COM1 Conguration
Use this to set parameters of COM1.
COM2 Conguration
Use this to set parameters of COM2.
COM3 Conguration
Use this to set parameters of COM3.
COM4 Conguration
Use this to set parameters of COM4.
COM6 Conguration
Use this to set parameters of COM6.
LPT1 Port Conguration
Use this set parameters of the onboard parallel port.
WDT Timeout Reset
This allows users to enable/disable the Watch Dog Timer timeout to reset
system. The default value is [Disabled].
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3.3.6 ACPI Conguration
Suspend to RAM
Use this item to select whether to auto-detect or disable the Suspend-to-
RAM feature. Select [Auto] will enable this feature if the OS supports it.
ACPI HPET Table
Use this item to enable or disable ACPI HPET Table. The default value is
[Enabled]. Please set this option to [Enabled] if you plan to use this
motherboard to submit Windows® certication.
PS/2 Keyboard Power On
Use this item to enable or disable PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system
from the power-soft-off mode.
PCIE Devices Power On
Use this item to enable or disable PCIE devices to turn on the system from
the power-soft-off mode.
RTC Alarm Power On
Use this item to enable or disable RTC (Real Time Clock) to power on the
system.
USB Keyboard/Remote Power On
Use this item to enable or disable USB Keyboard/Remote to power on the
system.
USB Mouse Power On
Use this item to enable or disable USB Mouse to power on the system.
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3.3.7 USB Conguration
USB Controller
Use this item to enable or disable the use of USB controller.
Intel USB 3.0 Mode
Select Intel® USB 3.0 controller mode. Set [Smart Auto] to keep the USB 3.0
driver enabled after rebooting (USB 3.0 is enabled in BIOS). Set [Auto] to
automatically enable the USB 3.0 driver after entering the OS (USB 3.0 is
disabled in BIOS). Set [Enabled] to keep the USB 3.0 driver enabled (Must
install driver to use USB devices under Windows® 7). Set [Disabled] to dis-
able the USB 3.0 ports.
Legacy USB Support
Use this option to select legacy support for USB devices. There are four
conguration options: [Enabled], [Auto] and [UEFI Setup Only]. The default
value is [Auto]. Please refer to below descriptions for the details of these
four options:
[Enabled] - Enables support for legacy USB.
[Auto] - Enables legacy support if USB devices are connected.
[UEFI Setup Only] - USB devices are allowed to use only under UEFI
setup and Windows / Linux OS.
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FAN1 Setting
This allows you to set FAN1’s speed. Conguration options: [Full On] and
[Automatic Mode]. The default value is [Full On].
Case Open Feature
This allows you to enable or disable case open detection feature. The
default is value [Disabled].
Clear Status
This option appears only when the case open has been detected. Use this
option to keep or clear the record of previous chassis intrusion status.
3.4 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen
In this section, it allows you to monitor the status of the hardware on your system,
including the parameters of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, CPU
fan speed, chassis fan speed, and the critical voltage.
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3.5 Security Screen
In this section, you may set, change or clear the supervisor/user password for the
system.
Supervisor Password
Set or change the password for the administrator account. Only the ad-
ministrator has authority to change the settings in the UEFI Setup Utility.
Leave it blank and press enter to remove the password.
User Password
Set or change the password for the user account. Users are unable to
change the settings in the UEFI Setup Utility. Leave it blank and press en-
ter to remove the password.
Secure Boot
Enable to support Windows 8 64-bit Secure Boot.
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Fast Boot
Fast Boot minimizes your computer’s boot time. There are three con-
guration options: [Disabled], [Fast] and [Ultra Fast]. The default value is
[Disabled]. Please refer to below descriptions for the details of these three
options:
[Disabled] - Disable Fast Boot.
[Fast] - The only restriction is you may not boot by using an USB ash
drive.
[Ultra Fast] - There are a few restrictions.
1. Only supports Windows® 8 64-bit UEFI operating system.
2. You will not be able to enter BIOS Setup (Clear CMOS or run utility
in Widows® to enter BIOS Setup).
3. If you are using an external graphics card, the VBIOS must support
UEFI GOP in order to boot.
Boot From Onboard LAN
Use this item to enable or disable the Boot From Onboard LAN feature.
Setup Prompt Timeout
This shows the number of seconds to wait for setup activation key.
Bootup Num-Lock
If this item is set to [On], it will automatically activate the Numeric Lock
function after boot-up.
Boot Beep
Select whether the Boot Beep should be turned on or of f when the
system boots up. Please note that a buzzer is needed.
3.6 Boot Screen
In this section, it will display the available devices on your system for you to cong-
ure the boot settings and the boot priority.
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Full Screen Logo
Use this item to enable or disable OEM Logo. The default value is [Enabled].
CSM (Compatibility Support Module)
CSM
Enable to launch the Compatibility Support Module. Please do not disable
unless you’re running a WHCK test. If you are using Windows® 8 64-bit
and all of your devices support UEFI, you may also disable CSM for faster
boot speed.
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3.7 Exit Screen
Save Changes and Exit
When you select this option, it will pop-out the following message, “Save
conguration changes and exit setup?” Select [OK] to save the changes
and exit the UEFI SETUP UTILITY.
Discard Changes and Exit
When you select this option, it will pop-out the following message, “Discard
changes and exit setup?” Select [OK] to exit the UEFI SETUP UTILITY
without saving any changes.
Discard Changes
When you select this option, it will pop-out the following message, “Discard
changes?” Select [OK] to discard all changes.
Load UEFI Defaults
Load UEFI default values for all the setup questions. F9 key can be used
for this operation.
Launch EFI Shell from lesystem device
Attempts to Launch EFI Shell application (Shell64.efi) from one of the
available lesystem devices.
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Chapter 4: Software Support
4.1 Install Operating System
This motherboard supports Microsoft® Windows® operating systems: 8.1 64-bit / 8
64-bit. Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup pro-
cedures in this chapter for general reference only. Refer to your OS documentation
for more information.
4.2 Support CD Information
The Support CD that came with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and
useful utilities that enhance the motherboard’s features.
4.2.1 Running The Support CD
To begin using the support CD, insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The
CD automatically displays the Main Menu if “AUTORUN” is enabled in your
computer. If the Main Menu did not appear automatically, locate and double
click on the le “ASRSETUP.EXE” from the BIN folder in the Support CD to
display the menus.
4.2.2 Drivers Menu
The Drivers Menu shows the available device’s drivers if the system detects
installed devices. Please install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.
4.2.3 Utilities Menu
The Utilities Menu shows the application software that the motherboard sup-
ports. Click on a specic item then follow the installation wizard to install it.
4.2.4 Contact Information
If you need to contact ASRock or want to know more about ASRock, you’re
welcome to visit ASRock’s website at http://www.asrock.com; or you may con-
tact your dealer for further information.
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