ASROCK 939Dual-SATA2 User manual

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939Dual-SATA2
User Manual
Version 1.1
Published July 2006
Copyright©2006 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.

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ContentsContents
ContentsContents
Contents
1.1.
1.1.
1. IntroductionIntroduction
IntroductionIntroduction
Introduction ........................................................................................................................
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1.1 Package Contents ..................................................................... 5
1.2 Specifications ........................................................................... 6
1.3 Motherboard Layout ................................................................. 8
1.4 ASRock 8CH I/O ........................................................................ 9
2.2.
2.2.
2. InstallationInstallation
InstallationInstallation
Installation ............................................................................................................................
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Pre-installation Precautions ............................................................... 10
2.1 CPU Installation ......................................................................... 11
2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink ....................................... 11
2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) .................................... 12
2.4 Expansion Slots (Future CPU Port, PCI Slots, PCIE Slots, and AGP
Slot) ........................................................................................ 14
2.5 Jumpers Setup .......................................................................... 16
2.6 Surround Display Feature ......................................................... 16
2.7 Onboard Headers and Connectors .......................................... 17
2.8 Serial ATA (SATA) Hard Disks Installation ................................ 20
2.9 Making a SATA Driver Diskette For SATA Operation in .............
“RAID” Mode. ............................................................................ 20
2.10 SATA Operating in “non-RAID” Mode ....................................... 21
2.11 SATAII Operating in “IDE” Mode ................................................ 21
2.12 Making a SATAII Driver Diskette For SATAII Operation in .........
“SATA” Mode. ........................................................................... 21
3.3.
3.3.
3. BIOS SBIOS S
BIOS SBIOS S
BIOS SETUP UTILITYETUP UTILITY
ETUP UTILITYETUP UTILITY
ETUP UTILITY ......................................................................................................
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3.1 Introduction ............................................................................... 22
3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar ............................................................... 22
3.1.2 Navigation Keys ............................................................. 23
3.2 Main Screen .............................................................................. 23
3.3 Advanced Screen .................................................................... 24
3.3.1 CPU Configuration .......................................................... 25
3.3.2 Chipset Configuration ..................................................... 27
3.3.3 ACPI Configuration ......................................................... 28
3.3.4 IDE Configuration ............................................................ 29
3.3.5 PCIPnP Configuration ...................................................... 32
3.3.6 Floppy Configuration ...................................................... 33
3.3.7 Super IO Configuration ................................................... 33
3.3.8 USB Configuration .......................................................... 35
3.4 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen ............................. 35
3.5 Boot Screen .............................................................................. 36
3.5.1 Boot Settings Configuration ........................................... 36

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3.6 Security Screen ........................................................................ 37
3.7 Exit Screen ............................................................................... 38
4.4.
4.4.
4. Software SupportSoftware Support
Software SupportSoftware Support
Software Support ......................................................................................................
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4.1 Install Operating System ........................................................... 39
4.2 Support CD Information ............................................................. 39
4.2.1 Running Support CD ....................................................... 39
4.2.2 Drivers Menu .................................................................. 39
4.2.3 Utilities Menu ................................................................... 39
4.2.4 Contact Information ........................................................ 39
APPENDIX: AMD’s Cool ‘n’ QuietAPPENDIX: AMD’s Cool ‘n’ Quiet
APPENDIX: AMD’s Cool ‘n’ QuietAPPENDIX: AMD’s Cool ‘n’ Quiet
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1.1.
1.1.
1. IntroductionIntroduction
IntroductionIntroduction
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing ASRock 939Dual-SATA2 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 memory and CPU support lists on ASRock website as
well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com
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1.11.1
1.1 Package ContentsPackage Contents
Package ContentsPackage Contents
Package Contents
1 x ASRock 939Dual-SATA2 Motherboard
(ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 9.6-in, 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)
1 x ASRock 939Dual-SATA2 Quick Installation Guide
1 x ASRock 939Dual-SATA2 Support CD
1 x Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable (80-conductor)
1 x 3.5-in Floppy Drive Ribbon Cable
1 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cable (Optional)
1 x Serial ATA (SATA) HDD Power Cable (Optional)
1 x ASRock 8CH I/O Shield

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1.21.2
1.21.2
1.2 SpecificationsSpecifications
SpecificationsSpecifications
Specifications
Platform: ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 9.6-in, 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm
CPU: 939-Pin Socket Supporting AMD AthlonTM 64 / 64FX Processor
Supports AMD’s Cool ‘n’ QuietTM Technology (see CAUTION 1)
Chipsets: North Bridge:
ULi®M1695 chipset
For 939-Pin CPU, FSB @ 1 GHz / 2.0 GT/s
South Bridge:
ULi®M1567 chipset, supports SATA 1.5Gb/s
Memory: 4 x DDR DIMM Slots:
4 DIMMs support PC3200 (DDR 400) / PC2700 (DDR 333) /
PC2100 (DDR 266), Max. 4GB
Dual Channel Memory Technology support (see CAUTION 2)
IDE: IDE1: ATA 133 / Ultra DMA Mode 6
IDE2: ATA 133 / Ultra DMA Mode 6
Supports up to 4 IDE Devices
Serial ATA: Supports up to 2 SATA devices at 1.5Gb/s data transfer rate
(No support for “Hot Plug” functions)
Serial ATA II: 1 SATA II device at 3.0Gb/s data transfer rate
(No support for “Hot Plug” functions)
Floppy Port: Supports up to 2 Floppy Disk Drives
Audio: 7.1 channels AC’97 Audio
LAN: Speed: 802.3u (10/100 Ethernet), Supports Wake-On-LAN
Hardware Monitor: CPU Temperature Sensing
Motherboard Temperature Sensing
CPU Overheat Shutdown to Protect CPU Life
(ASRock U-COP)(see CAUTION 3)
CPU Fan Tachometer
Chassis Fan Tachometer
Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore
Future CPU Port: Supports CPU upgrade from AMD 939-Pin CPU to other future
CPU, such as 940-Pin CPU (M2)
(see page 14 for details)
PCI Slots: 3 x PCI Slots, PCI Specification 2.2
PCI EXPRESS Slots: 1 slot with PCIE x 16, 1 slot with PCIE x 1;
PCIE Specification 1.0a
AGP Slot: 1 x AGP Slot
Supports 1.5V, 8X / 4X AGP Card (see CAUTION 4)
USB 2.0: 8 USB 2.0 Ports:
4 Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports on the I/O Panel
Plus 2 On-Board Headers Supporting 4 Extra USB 2.0 Ports
(see CAUTION 5)

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ASRock 8CH I/O: 1 PS/2 Mouse Port, 1 PS/2 Keyboard Port
1 Serial Port: COM1
1 Parallel Port (ECP/EPP Support)
4 Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports
1 RJ-45 Port
Audio Jack: Side Speaker / Rear Speaker / Central/Bass /
Line In / Front Speaker / Microphone
(see CAUTION 6)
BIOS: AMI Legal BIOS
Supports “Plug and Play”
ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events
SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support
CPU Frequency Stepless Control
(only for advanced users’ reference, see CAUTION 7)
OS: Microsoft® Windows® 2000 / XP / XP 64-bit compliant
CAUTION!
1. For power-saving’s sake, it is strongly recommended to enable AMD’s Cool ‘n’
QuietTM technology under Windows system. See APPENDIX on page 40 to
enable AMD’s Cool ‘n’ QuietTM technology.
2. 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 12 for proper installation.
3. 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.
4. Do NOT use a 3.3V AGP card on the AGP slot of this motherboard!
It may cause permanent damage!
5. Power Management for USB 2.0 works fine under Microsoft®Windows®XP
SP1 / 2000 SP4.
6. 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 9 for proper connection.
7. Although this motherboard offers stepless control, it is not recommended 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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1.3 Motherboard Layout1.3 Motherboard Layout
1.3 Motherboard Layout1.3 Motherboard Layout
1.3 Motherboard Layout
ATXPWR1
IDE2
IDE1
FLOPPY1
CPU_FAN1
PS2_USB_PWR1
1
ATX12V1
PCI 1
PCI 2
FUTURE_CPU_PORT1
ULi
M1695
Chipset
CMOS
Battery
SATA2
SATA1
CHA_FAN1
USB67
1
SPEAKER1
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IR1
1
HDLED RESET
PLED PWRBTN
1
PANEL1
2Mb
BIOS
Super
I/O
AUDIO
CODEC
AUDIO1
JR1 JL1
1
CD1
DDR400
ATA133
USB2.0
FSB1G
SATA
7.1CH
939Dual-SATA2
J10
J9
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J1 J2
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30.5cm (12.0-in)
24.4cm (9.6-in)
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PCI 3
USB45
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PHY
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PARALLEL PORT
COM1
PS2
Mouse
PS2
Keyboard
USB 2.0
T: USB2
B: USB3
USB 2.0
T: US B0
B: USB1
Top:
RJ-45
Top:
REAR SPK
Center:
SIDE SPK
Bottom:
CTR BASS
Top:
LINE IN
Center:
FRONT
Bottom:
MIC IN
PCI
EXPRESS
SOCKET 939
ULi
M1567
Chipset
DDR 1 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
DDR2 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
DDR 3 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
DDR4 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
J11
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PCIE 2
1.5V_AGP1
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CLRTC1
JMicron
JMB360
SATAII_1
SATAII
Dual Channel
Dual core CPU
AGP8X
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1 PS2_USB_PWR1 Jumper 19 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1)
2 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 20 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRTC1)
3 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 21 USB 2.0 Header (USB67, Blue)
4 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 22 USB 2.0 Header (USB45, Blue)
5 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 23 Flash Memory
6 939-Pin CPU Socket 24 Floppy Connector (FLOPPY1)
7 2 x 184-pin DDR DIMM Slots 25 Infrared Module Header (IR1)
(Dual Channel A: DDR1, DDR2; Blue) 26 Game Port Header (GAME1)
8 2 x 184-pin DDR DIMM Slots 27 Front Panel Audio Header (AUDIO1)
(Dual Channel B: DDR3, DDR4; Black) 28 JR1 JL1 Jumper
9 North Bridge Controller 29 PCI Slots (PCI1- 3)
10 Serial ATAII Connector (SATAII_1, red) 30 AGP Slot (1.5V_AGP1)
11 JMicron JMB360 Chipset (PCIEX1 interface) 31 J9/ J10 Jumper
12 South Bridge Controller 32 PCI EXPRESS Slot (PCIE2)
13 Secondary Serial ATA Connector (SATA2) 33 J11 Jumper
14 Primary Serial ATA Connector (SATA1) 34 PCI EXPRESS Slot (PCIE1)
15 Primary IDE Connector (IDE1, Blue) 35 Future CPU Port (FUTURE_CPU_PORT1)
16 Secondary IDE Connector (IDE2, Black) 36 Internal Audio Connector: CD1 (Black)
17 System Panel Header (PANEL1) 37 J1-J8 Jumpers
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1.41.4
1.4 ASRock 8CH I/OASRock 8CH I/O
ASRock 8CH I/OASRock 8CH I/O
ASRock 8CH I/O
1 Parallel Port 8 Microphone (Pink)
2 RJ-45 Port 9 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01)
3 Side Speaker (Gray) 10 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23)
4 Rear Speaker (Black) 11 Serial Port: COM1
5 Central / Bass (Orange) 12 PS/2 Keyboard Port (Purple)
6 Line In (Light Blue) 13 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green)
*7 Front Speaker (Lime)
* 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 Side Speaker
(No. 7) (No. 4) (No. 5) (No. 3)
2 V -- -- --
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2.2.
2.2.
2. InstallationInstallation
InstallationInstallation
Installation
939Dual-SATA2 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 ensure that the motherboard fits into it.
Pre-installation PrecautionsPre-installation Precautions
Pre-installation PrecautionsPre-installation Precautions
Pre-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
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2.12.1
2.12.1
2.1 CPU InstallationCPU Installation
CPU InstallationCPU Installation
CPU Installation
Step 1. Unlock the socket by lifting the lever up to a 90oangle.
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.
2.22.2
2.22.2
2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and HeatsinkInstallation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
Installation of CPU Fan and HeatsinkInstallation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
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 8, No. 3). For proper
installation, please kindly refer to the instruction manuals of the CPU fan
and the heatsink.
STEP 1:
Lift Up The Socket Lever
STEP 2 / STEP 3:
Match The CPU Golden Triangle
To The Socket Corner
STEP 4:
Push Down And Lock
The Socket Lever
Lever 90° Up CPU Golden Triangle
Socket Corner

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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)
939Dual-SATA2 motherboard provides four 184-pin DDR (Double Data Rate)
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) DDR DIMM pair in the slots of the same color. In other words,
you have to install identical DDR DIMM pair in Dual Channel A (DDR1 and
DDR2; Blue slots; see p.8 No.7) or identical DDR DIMM pair in Dual Channel B
(DDR3 and DDR4; Black slots; see p.8 No.8), so that Dual Channel Memory
Technology can be activated. This motherboard also allows you to install four
DDR DIMMs for dual channel configuration, and please install identical DDR
DIMMs in all four slots. You may refer to the Dual Channel Memory Configuration
Table below.
Dual Channel Memory Configurations
DDR1 DDR2 DDR3 DDR4
(Blue Slot) (Blue Slot) (Black Slot) (Black Slot)
(1) Populated Populated - -
(2) - - Populated Populated
(3)* Populated Populated Populated Populated
* For the configuration (3), please install identical DDR 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
(DDR1 and DDR2), or in the set of black slots (DDR3 and DDR4).
2. If only one memory module or three memory modules are installed
in the DDR 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 DDR1
and DDR3, it is unable to activate the Dual Channel Memory Tech-
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Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM
Installing a DIMMInstalling a DIMM
Installing 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.
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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2.42.4
2.4 Expansion SlotsExpansion Slots
Expansion SlotsExpansion Slots
Expansion Slots
(Future CPU Port, PCI Slots, PCIE Slots, and AGP Slot)(Future CPU Port, PCI Slots, PCIE Slots, and AGP Slot)
(Future CPU Port, PCI Slots, PCIE Slots, and AGP Slot)(Future CPU Port, PCI Slots, PCIE Slots, and AGP Slot)
(Future CPU Port, PCI Slots, PCIE Slots, and AGP Slot)
There are 1 Future CPU Port, 3 PCI slots, 2 PCIE slots, and 1 AGP slot on 939Dual-
SATA2 motherboard.
Future CPU Port (Yellow-Colored Port):
Future CPU Port allows you to upgrade your AMD 939-Pin CPU to AMD 940-Pin CPU by
installing an add-on ASRock M2CPU Board into this future CPU Port on 939Dual-
SATA2 motherboard. Before you upgrade the 939-Pin CPU to the 940-Pin (M2) CPU,
it is necessary to adjust the jumper settings for those required jumpers on 939Dual-
SATA2 motherboard. Please refer to the table below for the correct jumper settings.
This yellow-colored Future CPU Port is not an AGP slot! Please do
NOT insert any AGP card into it!
CPU Type Jumper Settings
939-Pin CPU
(Default)
940-Pin (M2)
CPU
(Using add-on
ASRock M2CPU
Board)
2_3
J1 J2
J3 J4
J5 J6
J7 J8
3
2
3
2
3
2
3
2
3
2
3
2
3
2
3
2
J11
J10
J9
2_3
2_3
1_2
J1 J2
J3 J4
J5 J6
J7 J8
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2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
2
1
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J11
J10
J9
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NOTE
When adjusting the jumper settings, you may use the tool, Jumper Cap Remover, to help you
removing the jumper caps more easily. This Jumper Cap Remover is bundled in your motherboard
package, and please follow the “Jumper Cap Remover Instruction” to use it properly.
PCI Slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI
interface.
PCIE Slots: PCIE1 (PCIE x 16 slot) is used for PCI Express cards with x16 lane
width graphics cards.
PCIE2 (PCIE x 1 slot) is used for PCI Express cards, such as
Gigabit LAN card, SATA2 card, etc.
AGP slot: The AGP slot is used to install a graphics card. The ASRock AGP slot has
a special design of clasp that can securely fasten the inserted graphics
card.
Please do NOT use a 3.3V AGP card on the AGP slot of this
motherboard! It may cause permanent damage! For the voltage infor-
mation of your AGP card, please check with the AGP card vendors.
Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card
Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card
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 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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2.62.6
2.6 Jumpers SetupJumpers Setup
Jumpers SetupJumpers Setup
Jumpers Setup
The illustration shows how jumpers 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.
Jumper Setting
PS2_USB_PWR1 Short pin2, pin3 to enable
(see p.8, No. 1) +5VSB (standby) for PS/2 or
USB wake up events.
Note: To select +5VSB, it requires 2 Amp and higher standby current provided by
power supply.
JR1 JL1 Jumper
(see p.8, No. 28)
Note: If the jumpers JL1 and JR1 are short, both the front panel and the rear panel
audio connectors can work.
Clear CMOS Jumper
(CLRTC1)
(see p.8, No. 20)
Note: CLRTC1 allows you to clear the data in CMOS. The data in CMOS includes
system setup information such as system password, date, time, and system
setup parameters. 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 CLRTC1 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 finish
updating the BIOS, you must boot up the system first, and then shut it down
before you do the clear-CMOS action.
JL1 JR1
2.52.5
2.52.5
2.5 Surround Display FeatureSurround Display Feature
Surround Display FeatureSurround Display Feature
Surround Display Feature
This motherboard supports Surround Display upgrade. With the external add-on
PCI VGA card and PCI Express VGA card, you can easily enjoy the benefits of
Surround Display feature. For the detailed instruction, please refer to the docu-
ment at the following path in the Support CD: ..\ Surround Display
Clear CMOS
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Pin1
IDE1
PIN1
IDE2
PIN1
the red-striped side to Pin1
connect the black end
to the IDE devices
connect the blue end
to the motherboard
80-conductor ATA 66/100/133 cable
2.7 Onboard Headers and Connectors2.7 Onboard Headers and Connectors
2.7 Onboard Headers and Connectors2.7 Onboard Headers and Connectors
2.7 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!
•
Floppy Connector
(33-pin FLOPPY1)
(see p.8 No. 24)
Note: Make sure the red-striped side of the cable is plugged into Pin1 side of the
connector.
Primary IDE Connector (Blue) Secondary IDE Connector (Black)
(39-pin IDE1, see p.8 No. 15) (39-pin IDE2, see p.8 No. 16)
Note: If you use only one IDE device on this motherboard, please set the IDE
device as “Master”. Please refer to the instruction of your IDE device vendor
for the details. Besides, to optimize compatibility and performance, please
connect your hard disk drive to the primary IDE connector (IDE1, blue) and
CD-ROM to the secondary IDE connector (IDE2, black).
Serial ATA Connectors These two Serial ATA (SATA)
(SATA1: see p.8 No. 14) connectors support SATA data
(SATA2: see p.8 No. 13) cables for internal storage
devices. The current SATA
interface allows up to 1.5 Gb/s
data transfer rate.
Serial ATA II Connector This Serial ATA II (SATA II)
(SATAII_1: see p.8 No. 10) connector supports SATA II
data cables for internal storage
devices. The current SATA II
interface allows up to 3.0 Gb/s
data transfer rate.
Serial ATA (SATA) Either end of the SATA data cable
Data Cable can be connected to the SATA
hard disk or the SATA connector
on the motherboard.
SATA2
SATA1
SATA II_1
It is recommended to plug SATAII HDD to SATAII connector (SATAII_1) and
connect SATA HDD to SATA connector (SATA1 or SATA2).

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1
MIC
BACKOUT-R
MIC-POWER
+5VA
GND
AUD-OUT-R
BACKOUT-L
AUD-OUT-L
DUMMY
connect to the SATA HDD
power connector
connect to the
power supply
Serial ATA (SATA) Please connect the black end of
Power Cable SATA power cable to the power
(Optional) connector on each drive. Then
connect the white end of SATA
power cable to the power
connector of the power supply.
USB 2.0 Header ASRock 8CH I/O accommo-
(9-pin USB67) dates 4 default USB 2.0 ports. If
(see p.8 No. 21) those USB 2.0 ports on the I/O
panel are not sufficient, this
USB 2.0 header is available to
support 2 additional USB 2.0
ports.
USB 2.0 Header ASRock 8CH I/O accommo-
(9-pin USB45) dates 4 default USB 2.0 ports. If
(see p.8 No. 22) those USB 2.0 ports on the I/O
panel are not sufficient, this
USB 2.0 header is available to
support 2 additional USB 2.0
ports.
Infrared Module Header This header supports an
(5-pin IR1) optional wireless transmitting
(see p.8 No. 25) and receiving infrared module.
Internal Audio Connectors This connector allows you
(4-pin CD1) to receive stereo audio input
(CD1: see p.8 No. 36) from sound sources such as
a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, TV
tuner card, or MPEG card.
Front Panel Audio Header This is an interface for front
(9-pin AUDIO1) panel audio cable that allows
(see p.8 No. 27) convenient connection and
control of audio devices.
USB_PWR
USB_PWR
P+5
P-5
P+4
P-4
GND
GND
DUMMY
1
CD-R
GND
GND
CD-L
CD1
USB_PWR
1
P-6
GND
DUMMY
USB_PWR
P+6
GND
P-7P+7
1
IRTX
IRRX
GND
+5VSB
DUMMY

1919
1919
19
MIDI_OUT
JAB2
JBY
JBB2
MIDI_IN
+5V
JAY
GND
GND
1
JAX
JAB1
+5V
JBX
JBB1
+5V
+5V
DUMMY
DUMMY
SPEAKER
1
GND
PWRBTN#
PLED-
PLED+
DUMMY
RESET#
GND
HDLED+
HDLED-
1
System Panel Header This header accommodates
(9-pin PANEL1) several system front panel
(see p.8 No. 17) functions.
Chassis Speaker Header Please connect the chassis
(4-pin SPEAKER 1) speaker to this header.
(see p.8 No. 18)
Chassis Fan Connector Please connect a chassis fan
(3-pin CHA_FAN1) cable to this connector and
(see p.8 No. 19) match the black wire to the
ground pin.
CPU Fan Connector Please connect the CPU fan
(3-pin CPU_FAN1) cable to this connector and
(see p.8 No. 3) match the black wire to the
ground pin.
ATX Power Connector Please connect an ATX power
(20-pin ATXPWR1) supply to this connector.
(see p.8 No. 2)
ATX 12V Power Connector Please note that it is necessary
(4-pin ATX12V1) to connect a power supply with
(see p.8 No. 4) ATX 12V plug to this connector.
Failing to do so will cause power
up failure.
Game Port Header Connect a Game cable to this
(15-pin GAME1) header if the Game port bracket
(see p.8 No. 26) is installed.
GND
+12V
CPU_FAN_SPEED
GND
+12V
CHA_FAN_SPEED

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2.82.8
2.82.8
2.8 Serial ASerial A
Serial ASerial A
Serial ATT
TT
TA (SAA (SA
A (SAA (SA
A (SATT
TT
TA) Hard Disks InstallationA) Hard Disks Installation
A) Hard Disks InstallationA) Hard Disks Installation
A) Hard Disks Installation
This motherboard adopts JMicron JMB360 chipset that supports Serial ATAII
(SATAII) hard disk. It also adopts ULi M1567 south bridge chipset that supports
Serial ATA (SATA) hard disks, and supports RAID functions. You may install SATA
hard disks on this motherboard for internal storage devices. This section will
guide you to install the SATA hard disks.
STEP 1: Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays of your chassis.
STEP 2: Connect the SATA power cable to the SATA hard disk.
STEP 3: Connect one end of the SATA data cable to the motherboard’s SATA
connector.
STEP 4: Connect the other end of the SATA data cable to the SATA hard disk.
1. If you plan to use RAID 0, RAID 1, or JBOD functions on SATA, SATA
HDDs must be operated in “RAID” mode.
2. “RAID” and “non-RAID” mode are options under “SATA Operation Mode” in
BIOS setup. Please refer to page 30 for details. They need different drivers
during actual operation.
2.92.9
2.92.9
2.9 Making a SAMaking a SA
Making a SAMaking a SA
Making a SATT
TT
TA Driver DiskA Driver Disk
A Driver DiskA Driver Disk
A Driver Diskette Fette F
ette Fette F
ette For SAor SA
or SAor SA
or SATT
TT
TA Operation inA Operation in
A Operation inA Operation in
A Operation in
“RAID” Mode“RAID” Mode
“RAID” Mode“RAID” Mode
“RAID” Mode
If you want to install Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows XP 64-bit OS on your
SATA HDDs, you will need to make a SATA driver diskette before you start the OS
installation.
STEP 1: Insert the ASRock Support CD into your optical drive to boot your system.
(Do NOT insert any floppy diskette into the floppy drive at this moment!)
STEP 2: During POST at the beginning of system boot-up, press <F11> key, and
then a window for boot devices selection appears. Please select CD-
ROM as the boot device.
STEP 3: When you see the message on the screen, “Do you want to generate
Serial ATA driver diskette [YN]?”, press <Y>.
STEP 4: Then you will see these messages,
Please insert a diskette into the floppy drive.
WARNING! Formatting the floppy diskette will
lose ALL data in it!
Start to format and copy files [YN]?
Please insert a floppy diskette into the floppy drive, and press <Y>.
STEP 5: The system will start to format the floppy diskette and copy SATA drivers
into the floppy diskette.