ASROCK 939S56-M User manual

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939S56-M
User Manual
Version 1.0
Published May 2005
Copyright©2005 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.

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(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
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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 ................................................................. 9
1.4 ASRock 8CH I/O........................................................................ 10
2.2.
2.2.
2. InstallationInstallation
InstallationInstallation
Installation ............................................................................................................................
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Pre-installation Precautions ............................................................... 10
2.1 CPUInstallation ......................................................................... 11
2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink ....................................... 11
2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM).................................... 12
2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCIE Slots) .............................................. 13
2.5 Jumpers Setup.......................................................................... 15
2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors.......................................... 16
2.7 Serial ATA (SATA) Hard Disks Installation ................................ 19
2.8 Hot Plug Function for SATA HDDs ............................................ 19
2.9 Making a SATADriver Diskette For SATA Operation in “RAID”
Mode......................................................................................... 20
2.10 SATA Operating in “non-RAID” Mode ....................................... 20
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 ............................................................................... 21
3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar ............................................................... 21
3.1.2 Navigation Keys ............................................................. 22
3.2 Main Screen.............................................................................. 22
3.3 Advanced Screen .................................................................... 23
3.3.1 CPU Configuration .......................................................... 24
3.3.2 Chipset Configuration..................................................... 26
3.3.3 ACPI Configuration ......................................................... 26
3.3.4 IDE Configuration ............................................................ 27
3.3.5 PCIPnPConfiguration ...................................................... 30
3.3.6 Floppy Configuration ...................................................... 31
3.3.7 Super IO Configuration................................................... 31
3.3.8 USB Configuration .......................................................... 33
3.4 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen ............................. 33
3.5 Boot Screen.............................................................................. 34
3.5.1 Boot Settings Configuration ........................................... 34
3.6 Security Screen........................................................................ 34
3.7 Exit Screen ............................................................................... 35

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4.4.
4. Software SupportSoftware Support
Software SupportSoftware Support
Software Support ......................................................................................................
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4.1 Install Operating System........................................................... 36
4.2 Support CD Information............................................................. 36
4.2.1 Running Support CD....................................................... 36
4.2.2 Drivers Menu .................................................................. 36
4.2.3 Utilities Menu ................................................................... 36
4.2.4 Contact Information ........................................................ 36
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 939S56-M motherboard, a reliable motherboard
produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent
performance with robust design conforming toASRock’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 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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1.1 Package ContentsPackage Contents
Package ContentsPackage Contents
Package Contents
1 x ASRock 939S56-M Motherboard
(Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.8-in, 24.4 cm x 22.4 cm)
1 x ASRock 939S56-M Quick Installation Guide
1 x ASRock 939S56-M 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 SerialATA (SATA) Data Cable (Optional)
1 x SerialATA (SATA) HDD Power Cable (Optional)
1 xASRock 8CH I/O Shield

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1.21.2
1.2 SpecificationsSpecifications
SpecificationsSpecifications
Specifications
Platform: Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.8-in, 24.4 cm x 22.4 cm
CPU: 939-Pin Socket Supporting AMDAthlonTM 64 / 64FX / 64 X2
Processors
SupportsAMD’s Cool ‘n’ QuietTM Technology (see CAUTION 1)
Chipsets: North Bridge: SiS 756 Chipset
FSB @ 1 GHz (2.0 GT/s) / 800MHz
Supports Untied Overclocking Technology
(see CAUTION 2)
South Bridge: SiS 965L Chipset
Supports USB 2.0, ATA 133, SATA 1.5Gb/s
Memory: 4xDDRDIMM Slots:DDR1,DDR2,DDR3,andDDR4
Support PC3200 (DDR400) / PC2700 (DDR333) /
PC2100 (DDR266), Max. 4GB
IDE: IDE1:ATA133 / UltraDMAMode 6
IDE2:ATA133 / UltraDMAMode 6
Supports up to 4 IDE Devices
Serial ATA: 2 x SATA Connectors
Supports up to 2 SATADevices at 1.5Gb/s Data Transfer Rate
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
PCI Slots: 2 x PCI Slots, PCI Specification 2.2
PCI EXPRESS Slots: 1 slot with PCIE x 1, 1 slot with PCIE x 16;
PCIE Specification 1.0a
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 4)
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

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Audio Jack: Side Speaker / Rear Speaker / Central/Bass /
Line In / Front Speaker / Microphone
(see CAUTION 5)
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 6)
OS: Microsoft® Windows® 98 SE / ME / 2000 / XP compliant
CAUTION!
1. For power-saving sake, it is strongly recommended to enable AMD’s Cool ‘n’
QuietTM technology under Windows system. See APPENDIX on page 37 to
enable AMD’s Cool ‘n’ QuietTM technology.
2. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. FSB enjoys
better margin due to fixed PCI/PCIE buses. In other words, CPU FSB is untied
during overclocking, but PCIE and PCI buses are in the fixed mode so that
FSB can operate under a more stable overclocking environment.
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. Power Management for USB 2.0 works fine under Microsoft®Windows®XP
SP1 / 2000 SP4. It may not work properly under Microsoft®Windows®98/ ME.
5. 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.
6. 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
PARALLEL PORT
COM1
PS2
Mouse
PS2
Keyboard
USB 2.0
T: USB2
B: USB3
USB 2.0
T: USB 0
B: USB1
Top:
RJ-45
Top:
REAR SPK
Center:
SIDE SPK
Bottom:
CTR BASS
Top :
LINE IN
Center:
FRONT
Bottom:
MIC IN
SOCKET 939
SiS
756
Chipset
SiS
965L
Chipset
PS2_USB_PW1
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ATX12V1
DDR1 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
DDR2 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
DDR3 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
DDR4 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
ATXPWR1
2Mb
BIOS
Super
I/O
FLOPPY1
IDE2
IDE1
PCI 1
PCI 2
PCIE 1
PCIE 2
939S56-M
CMOS
Battery
CLRCMOS2
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CD1
LAN
PHY
AUDIO
CODEC
SATA1
SATA2
CHA_FAN1
IR1
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CPU_FAN1
USB_H45
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USB67
SPEAKER1
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PLED PWRBTN
PANEL1
GAME1
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HDLED RESET
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AUDIO1
JR1 JL1
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Dual Channel
DDR400
1GHz
7.1CH
PCI EXPRESS
FSB
Dual Core CPU ATA133
SATA
USB2.0
22.4cm (8.8-in)
24.4cm (9.6-in)
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1 PS2_USB_PW1 Jumper 15 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1)
2 ATX 12V Connector (ATX12V1) 16 USB 2.0 Header (USB67, Blue)
3 939-Pin CPU Socket 17 USB 2.0 Header (USB_H45, Blue)
4 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 18 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS2)
5 2 x 184-pin DDR DIMM Slots 19 Infrared Module Header (IR1)
(Dual Channel A: DDR1, DDR2; Blue) 20 Flash Memory
6 2 x 184-pin DDR DIMM Slots 21 Floppy Connector (FLOPPY1)
(Dual Channel B: DDR3, DDR4; Black) 22 Game Port Header (GAME1)
7 Secondary IDE Connector (IDE2, Black) 23 Front Panel Audio Header (AUDIO1)
8 Primary IDE Connector (IDE1, Blue) 24 JR1JL1 Jumper
9 North Bridge Controller 25 PCI EXPRESS Slot (PCIE2)
10 South Bridge Controller 26 PCI Slots (PCI1 - 2)
11 Primary Serial ATA Connector (SATA1) 27 PCI EXPRESS Slot (PCIE1)
12 Secondary Serial ATA Connector (SATA2) 28 Internal Audio Connector: CD1 (Black)
13 System Panel Header (PANEL1) 29 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
14 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER 1) 30 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)

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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 Rear Speaker (Gray) 10 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23)
4 Side 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. 3) (No. 5) (No. 4)
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2. InstallationInstallation
InstallationInstallation
Installation
939S56-M is a MicroATX form factor (9.6-in x 8.8-in, 24.4 cm x 22.4 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 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
2.1 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.
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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. 30). 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
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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)
939S56-M motherboard provides four 184-pin DDR (Double Data Rate) DIMM slots,
and supportsDual 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. 5) or
identical DDRDIMM pair in Dual Channel B (DDR3 andDDR4; Black slots; see p.8
No. 6), so that Dual Channel Memory Technology can be activated. This motherboard
also allows you to install fourDDR 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.
* It is recommended to installDDR1 and DDR2 (blue slots) first. Then to install
inDDR3 andDDR4 (black slots). (That is, to populateDDRDIMM from the
near side of CPU towards to the far side of CPU.)
1. If you want to install two different memory modules, for optimal
compatibility and reliability, it is recommended to install them in the
slots of different color. In other words, install them either in DDR1
and DDR3.
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 inDDR1
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 aDIMM on the slot such that the notch on theDIMM 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 theDIMM 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 Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)
Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)
Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)
There are 2 PCI slots and 2 PCI Express slots on 939S56-M motherboard.
PCI Slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI
interface.
PCIE Slots: PCIE1 (PCIE x16 slot) is used for PCI Express cards with x16 lane
width graphics cards.
PCIE2 (PCIE x1 slot) is used for PCI Express cards, such as
Gigabit LAN card, SATA II card, etc.
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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2.5 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_PW1 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.
JR1JL1 Jumper
(see p.8, No. 24)
Note: If the jumpers JL1 and JR1 are short, both the front panel and the rear panel
audio connectors can work.
Clear CMOS Jumper
(CLRCMOS2)
(see p.8, No. 18)
Note: CLRCMOS2 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 2 pins on
CLRCMOS2 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.

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2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors
2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors
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!
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Floppy Connector
(33-pinFLOPPY1)
(see p.8 No. 21)
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. 8) (39-pin IDE2, see p.8 No. 7)
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:seep.8 No. 11) connectors support SATA data
(SATA2:seep.8 No. 12) cables for internal storage
devices. The current SATA
interface allows up to 1.5 Gb/s
data transfer rate.
Serial ATA (SATA) Either end of the SATAdata cable
Data Cable can be connected to the SATA
hard disk or the SATA connector
on the motherboard.
FLOPPY1
Pin1
IDE1
PIN1
IDE2
PIN1
thered-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
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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/OTM provides you
(9-pin USB67) 4 ready-to-use USB 2.0 ports on
(see p.8, No. 16) the rear panel. If the rear USB
ports are not sufficient, this
USB 2.0 header is available to
support 2 extra USB 2.0 ports.
USB 2.0 Header ASRock 8CH I/OTM provides you
(9-pinUSB_H45) 4 ready-to-use USB 2.0 ports on
(see p.8, No. 17) the rear panel. If the rear USB
ports are not sufficient, this
USB 2.0 header is available to
support 2 extra USB 2.0 ports.
Infrared Module Header This header supports an
(5-pin IR1) optional wireless transmitting
(see p.8 No. 19) and receiving infrared module.
Internal Audio Connectors This connector allows you
(4-pin CD1) to receive stereo audio input
(CD1: see p.8 No. 28) from sound sources such as
a CD-ROM,DVD-ROM,TV
tuner card, or MPEG card.
Front PanelAudio Header This is an interface for front
(9-pin AUDIO1) panel audio cable that allows
(see p.8 No. 23) convenient connection and
control of audio devices.
GND
GND
+5VA
BACKOUT-R
BACKOUT-L
AUD-OUT-L
AUD-OUT-R
MIC-POWER
MIC
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IRTX
IRRX
GND
+5VSB
DUMMY
connect to the SATA HDD
powerconnector
connect tothe
powersupply
CD-R
GND
GND
CD-L
CD1
USB_PWR
USB_PWR
P+5
P-5
P+4
P-4
GND
GND
DUMMY
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USB_PWR
USB_PWR
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P-7
P+6
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JBB2
MIDI_IN
+5V
JAY
GND
GND
1
JAX
JAB1
+5V
JBX
JBB1
+5V
System Panel Header This header accommodates
(9-pinPANEL1) several system front panel
(see p.8 No. 13) functions.
Chassis Speaker Header Please connect the chassis
(4-pinSPEAKER 1) speaker to this header.
(see p.8 No. 14)
Chassis Fan Connector Please connect a chassis fan
(3-pin CHA_FAN1) cable to this connector and
(see p.8 No. 15) 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. 30) match the black wire to the
ground pin.
ATX Power Connector Please connect an ATX power
(20-pinATXPWR1) supply to this connector.
(see p.8 No. 29)
ATX 12V Power Connector Please note that it is necessary
(4-pin ATX12V1) to connect a power supply with
(see p.8 No. 2) 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-pinGAME1) header if the Game port bracket
(see p.8 No. 22) is installed.
+5V
DUMMY
DUMMY
SPEAKER
1
GND
PWRBTN#
PLED-
PLED+
DUMMY
RESET#
GND
HDLED+
HDLED-
1
GND
+12V
CHA_FAN_SPEED
GND
+12V
CPU_FAN_SPEED

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2.72.7
2.72.7
2.7 Serial ASerial A
Serial ASerial A
Serial ATT
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TA (SAA (SA
A (SAA (SA
A (SATT
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TA) Hard Disks InstallationA) Hard Disks Installation
A) Hard Disks InstallationA) Hard Disks Installation
A) Hard Disks Installation
This motherboard supports Serial ATA (SATA) hard disks and RAID functions. This
section will guide you to install the SATA hard disks.
STEP1: Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays of your chassis.
STEP2: Connect the SATA power cable to the SATA hard disk.
STEP3: Connect one end of the SATA data cable to the motherboard’s SATA
connector.
STEP4: Connect the other end of the SATA data cable to the SATA hard disk.
2.82.8
2.82.8
2.8 Hot Plug FHot Plug F
Hot Plug FHot Plug F
Hot Plug Function for SAunction for SA
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TA HDDsA HDDs
A HDDsA HDDs
A HDDs
939S56-M motherboard supports Hot Plug function for SATA devices.
What is Hot Plug Function?
If the SATA HDDs are NOT set for RAID configuration, it is called “Hot
Plug” for the action to insert and remove the SATA HDDs while the
system is still power-on and in working condition. However, please note
that it cannot perform Hot Plug if the OS has been installed into the SATA
HDD.
WARNING!
Although this motherboard supports Hot Plug function for SATA devices,
there are still some limitation. Please ensure to read the instruction in the
Support CD before you use Hot Plug function. Failure to do so may lose
the data in the SATA HDDs or damage the SATA HDDs. For the detailed
instruction, please refer to the document in the Support CD at the
following path:
..\ RAID BIOS Setting Utility
1. If you plan to use RAID 0, RAID1, 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 28 for details. They need different drivers
during actual operation.

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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 with RAID functions, you will need to make a SATA driver before you
start the OS installation.
STEP1: 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!)
STEP2: 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.
STEP3: When you see the message on the screen, “Do you want to generate
Serial ATA driver diskette [YN]?”, press <Y>.
STEP4: 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>.
STEP5: The system will start to format the floppy diskette and copy SATA drivers
into the floppy diskette.
2.102.10
2.102.10
2.10 SASA
SASA
SATT
TT
TA Operating in “non-RAID” ModeA Operating in “non-RAID” Mode
A Operating in “non-RAID” ModeA Operating in “non-RAID” Mode
A Operating in “non-RAID” Mode
If you want to install Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows XP 64-bit OS on your
SATA HDDs operating in non-RAID mode, you don’t need to make a SATA driver
diskette before OS installation.
Windows 98 SE and Windows ME must be installed by SATA operating in
RAID mode, and you don’t need to make a SATA driver diskette for these
two OS before OS installation.
Once you have the SATA driver diskette ready, you may start to install Windows 2000
/ Windows XP / Windows XP 64-bit on your system directly without setting the RAID
configuration on your system, or you may start to use “SiS RAID BIOS Setting Utility”
to set RAID 0 / RAID 1 / JBOD configuration before you install the OS. Before you start
to configure the RAID function, you need to check the installation guide in the Support
CD for proper configuration. Please find the document, “Guide to SATA Hard Disks
Installation and RAID Configuration”, at the following path in the Support CD:
.. \ RAID BIOS Setting Utility
You may also set the RAID configuration by using “SiS RAID Utility for Windows” in
Windows environment. Please refer to the document in the Support CD, “Guide to SiS
RAID Utility for Windows”, which is located in the folder at the following path:
.. \ RAID Utility for Windows