ASROCK ALIVENF6P-VSTA User manual

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ALiveNF6P-VSTA
User Manual
Version 1.1
Published November 2007
Copyright©2007 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.

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Copyright Notice:Copyright Notice:
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Disclaimer:Disclaimer:
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Disclaimer:
Specifications and information contained in this manual are furnished for informa-
tional 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 manual.
With respect to the contents of this manual, ASRock does not provide warranty of
any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to the implied warran-
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loss of profits, loss of business, loss of data, interruption of business and the like),
even if ASRock has been advised of the possibility of such damages arising from any
defect or error in the manual or product.
This 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
The 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”
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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 Minimum Hardware Requirement Table for Windows®VistaTM
Premium 2007 and Basic Logo .................................................. 9
1.4 Motherboard Layout ................................................................... 10
1.5 ASRock 6CH I/O Plus ............................................................... 11
2.2.
2.2.
2. InstallationInstallation
InstallationInstallation
Installation ..........................................................................................................................
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Pre-installation Precautions ................................................................ 12
2.1 CPU Installation ......................................................................... 13
2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink ......................................... 13
2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) .................................... 14
2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express and PCI Slots) .................................. 15
2.5 Easy Multi Monitor Feature ........................................................ 16
2.6 Jumpers Setup .......................................................................... 17
2.7 Onboard Headers and Connectors ............................................. 18
2.8 HDMI_SPDIF Header Connection Guide .................................... 22
2.9 SATAII Hard Disk Setup Guide ................................................... 23
2.10 Serial ATA (SATA) / Serial ATAII (SATAII) Hard Disks
Installation ................................................................................. 24
2.11 Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for SATA / SATAII HDDs ....... 24
2.12 SATA / SATAII HDD Hot Plug Feature and Operation Guide ....... 25
2.13 Driver Installation Guide ............................................................. 27
2.14 Installing Windows®2000 / XP / XP 64-bit / VistaTM /
VistaTM 64-bit Without RAID Functions ...................................... 27
2.15 Installing Windows®2000 / XP / XP 64-bit / VistaTM /
VistaTM 64-bit With RAID Functions ........................................... 27
2.15.1 Installing Windows®2000 / XP / XP 64-bit With RAID
Functions ...................................................................... 27
2.15.2 Installing Windows®VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit With RAID
Functions ...................................................................... 28
2.16 Untied Overclocking Technology ................................................ 29
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 ................................................................................ 30
3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar ............................................................... 30
3.1.2 Navigation Keys .............................................................. 30
3.2 Main Screen .............................................................................. 31
3.3 Advanced Screen ....................................................................... 32
3.3.1 CPU Configuration ........................................................... 33

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3.3.2 Chipset Configuration ...................................................... 37
3.3.3 ACPI Configuration .......................................................... 38
3.3.4 IDE Configuration ............................................................. 39
3.3.5 PCIPnP Configuration ...................................................... 41
3.3.6 Floppy Configuration ........................................................ 42
3.3.7 Super IO Configuration .................................................... 42
3.3.8 USB Configuration ........................................................... 43
3.4 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen ................................. 44
3.5 Boot Screen .............................................................................. 45
3.5.1 Boot Settings Configuration ............................................. 45
3.6 Security Screen ......................................................................... 46
3.7 Exit Screen ................................................................................ 47
4.4.
4.4.
4. Software SupportSoftware Support
Software SupportSoftware Support
Software Support ......................................................................................................
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4.1 Install Operating System ........................................................... 48
4.2 Support CD Information .............................................................. 48
4.2.1 Running Support CD ........................................................ 48
4.2.2 Drivers Menu ................................................................... 48
4.2.3 Utilities Menu .................................................................. 48
4.2.4 Contact Information .......................................................... 48

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1.1.
1.1.
1. IntroductionIntroduction
IntroductionIntroduction
Introduction
Thank you for purchasingASRock ALiveNF6P-VSTAmotherboard, 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 configuration
guide to BIOS setup and information of the Support CD.
Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be
updated, the content of this manual will be subject to change without
notice. In case any modifications of this manual occur, the updated
version will be available on ASRock website without further notice. You
may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website
as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com
If you require technical support related to this motherboard, please visit
our website for specific information about the model you are using.
www.asrock.com/support/index.asp
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1 x ASRock ALiveNF6P-VSTA Motherboard
(Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.7-in, 24.4 cm x 19.6 cm)
1 x ASRock ALiveNF6P-VSTA Quick Installation Guide
1 x ASRock ALiveNF6P-VSTA 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 HDMI_SPDIF Cable (Optional)
1 x “ASRock 6CH I/O Plus” I/O Shield

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1.21.2
1.2 SpecificationsSpecifications
SpecificationsSpecifications
Specifications
Platform - Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.7-in, 24.4 cm x 19.6 cm
CPU - Socket AM2 for AMD PhenomTM X4 / X2, Athlon 64FX / 64X2 /
X2 / 64 and Sempron Processors
- AMD LIVE!TM Ready
- Supports AMD’s Cool ‘n’ QuietTM Technology
- FSB 1000 MHz (2.0 GT/s)
- Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 1)
- Supports Hyper-Transport Technology
Chipset - NVIDIA®GeForce 6150SE / nForce 430
Memory - Dual Channel DDRII Memory Technology (see CAUTION 2)
- 2 x DDRII DIMM slots
- Support DDRII1066/800/667/533 (see CAUTION 3)
- Max. capacity: 4GB (see CAUTION 4)
Hybrid Booster - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 5)
- ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 6)
- Boot Failure Guard (B.F.G.)
- ASRock AM2 Boost: ASRock Patented Technology to boost
memory performance up to 12.5% (see CAUTION 7)
Expansion Slot - 1 x PCI Express x16 slot
- 1 x PCI Express x1 slot
- 2 x PCI slots
Graphics - Integrated NVIDIA®GeForce6-class graphics
- DX9.0 VGA, Pixel Shader 3.0
- Max. shared memory 256MB
Audio - 5.1 CH Windows® VistaTM Premium Level HD Audio
(Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec)
LAN - Realtek PHY RTL8201CL
- Speed: 10/100 Ethernet
- Supports Wake-On-LAN
Rear Panel I/O ASRock 6CH I/O Plus
- 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port
- 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port
- 1 x Serial Port: COM1
- 1 x VGA Port
- 1 x Parallel Port (ECP/EPP Support)
- 6 x Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports
- 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port
- HD Audio Jack: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone

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Connector - 4 x Serial ATAII 3.0Gb/s connectors, support RAID (RAID 0,
RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5 and JBOD), NCQ and “Hot Plug”
functions (see CAUTION 8)
- 1 x ATA133 IDE connector (supports 2 x IDE devices)
- 1 x Floppy connector
- 1 x DeskExpress Hot Plug Detection header
- 1 x HDMI_SPDIF header
- CPU/Chassis FAN connector
- 24 pin ATX power connector
- 4 pin 12V power connector
- CD in header
- Front panel audio connector
- 1 x USB 2.0 header (supports 2 USB 2.0 ports)
(see CAUTION 9)
- 1 x WiFi/E header (see CAUTION 10)
BIOS Feature - 4Mb AMI BIOS
- AMI Legal BIOS
- Supports “Plug and Play”
- ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events
- Supports jumperfree
- SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support
Support CD - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version)
Hardware - CPU Temperature Sensing
Monitor - Chassis Temperature Sensing
- CPU Fan Tachometer
- Chassis Fan Tachometer
- CPU Quiet Fan
- Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore
OS - Microsoft® Windows® 2000/XP/XP Media Center/XP 64-bit/
VistaTM/VistaTM 64-bit compliant
Certifications - FCC, CE, Microsoft®WHQL Certificated
WARNING
Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting
the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using the third-
party overclocking tools. Overclocking may affect your system stability, or even
cause damage to the components and devices of your system. It should be done at
your own risk and expense. We are not responsible for possible damage caused by
overclocking.

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CAUTION!
1. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Please read
“Untied Overclocking Technology” on page 29 for details.
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 14 for proper
installation.
3. Whether 1066MHz memory speed is supported depends on the AM2+
CPU you adopt. Since DDRII1066 specification is out of JEDEC memory
standard, if you want to adopt DDRII1066 memory module on this
motherboard, please refer to the memory support list on our website for
the compatible memory modules.
ASRock website http://www.asrock.com
4. Due to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may be
less than 4GB for the reservation for system usage under Windows®XP
and Windows®VistaTM. For Windows®XP 64-bit and Windows®VistaTM 64-
bit with 64-bit CPU, there is no such limitation.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. This motherboard supports ASRock AM2 Boost overclocking technology. If
you enable this function in the BIOS setup, the memory performance will
improve up to 12.5%, but the effect still depends on the AM2 CPU you adopt.
Enabling this function will overclock the chipset/CPU reference clock. However,
we can not guarantee the system stability for all CPU/DRAM configurations.
If your system is unstable after AM2 Boost function is enabled, it may not be
applicative to your system. You may choose to disable this function for
keeping the stability of your system.
8. Before installing SATAII hard disk to SATAII connector, please read the “SATAII
Hard Disk Setup Guide” on page 23 to adjust your SATAII hard disk drive to
SATAII mode. You can also connect SATA hard disk to SATAII connector
directly.
9. Power Management for USB 2.0 works fine under Microsoft®Windows®
VistaTM 64-bit / VistaTM / XP 64-bit / XP SP1 or SP2 / 2000 SP4.
10. WiFi/E header supports WiFi+AP function with ASRock WiFi-802.11g or
WiFi-802.11n module, an easy-to-use wireless local area network
(WLAN) adapter. It allows you to create a wireless environment and
enjoy the convenience of wireless network connectivity. Please visit our
website for the availability of ASRock WiFi-802.11g or WiFi-802.11n
module.
ASRock website http://www.asrock.com

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1.3 Minimum Hardware RMinimum Hardware R
Minimum Hardware RMinimum Hardware R
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TM Premium 2007 and Basic LogoPremium 2007 and Basic Logo
Premium 2007 and Basic LogoPremium 2007 and Basic Logo
Premium 2007 and Basic Logo
For system integrators and users who purchase this motherboard and
plan to submit Windows®VistaTM Premium 2007 and Basic logo, please follow
below table for minimum hardware requirements.
CPU Sempron 2800+
Memory 512MB x 2 Dual Channel (Premium)
512MB Single Channel (Basic)
256MB x 2 Dual Channel (Basic)
VGA DX9.0 with WDDM Driver
* If you use onboard VGA with total system memory size 512MB and plan to
submit Windows®VistaTM Basic logo, please adjust the shared memory size of
onboard VGA to 64MB. If you use onboard VGA with total system memory size above
512MB and plan to submit Windows®VistaTM Premium or Basic logo, please adjust
the shared memory size of onboard VGA to 128MB or above.
* If you plan to use external graphics card on this motherboard, please refer to Premium
Discrete requirement at http://www.asrock.com
* After June 1, 2007, all Windows®VistaTM systems are required to meet above
minimum hardware requirements in order to qualify for Windows®VistaTM Premium
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1.4 Motherboard Layout1.4 Motherboard Layout
1.4 Motherboard Layout1.4 Motherboard Layout
1.4 Motherboard Layout
SOCKET AM2
ATXPWR1
NVIDIA
GeForce 6150SE
/ nForce 430
Chipset
Super
I/O
IDE1
FLOPPY1
RoHS
RAID
PCI
EXPRESS
SATAII_2(PORT1)
SATAII_3(PORT2)
SATAII_4(PORT3)
SATAII_1(PORT0)
CHA_FAN1
USB2.0
USB6_7
1
HDLED RESET
PLED PWRBTN
1
PANEL1
SPEAKER1
1
IR1
1CMOS
BATTERY
1
CLRCMOS1
CD1
LAN
PHY
1
HDMI_SPDIF1
AUDIO
CODEC
HD_AUDIO1
1
CPU_FAN1
FSB800
DDRII_1 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)
DDRII_2 (64/72 bit, 240-pin module)
DDRII800
Dual Core CPU
FSB1GHz
Dual Channel
ALiveNF6P-VSTA
ATA133
SATAII
5.1CH HD
PCIE1
PCIE2
PCI1
PCI2
ATX12V1
PS2_USB_PW1
1
USB 2.0
T: USB2
B: USB3
USB 2.0
T: USB0
B: USB1
Top:
RJ-45
PARALLEL PORT
COM1
PS2
Mouse
PS2
Keyboard
VGA1
Top:
Line In
Center:
Line Out
Bottom:
Mic In
USB 2.0
T: USB4
B: USB5
19.6cm (7.7-in)
24.4cm (9.6-in)
WIFI/E
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4Mb
BIOS
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1 PS2_USB_PW1 Jumper 15 System Panel Header (PANEL1)
2 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 16 USB 2.0 Header (USB6_7, Blue)
3 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 17 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1)
4 AM2 940-Pin CPU Socket 18 Floppy Connector (FLOPPY1)
5 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 19 HDMI_SPDIF Header (HDMI_SPDIF1)
6 2 x 240-pin DDRII DIMM Slots 20 WiFi/E Header (WIFI/E)
(Dual Channe: DDRII_1, DDRII_2; Yellow) 21 DeskExpress Hot Plug Detection Header
7 Primary IDE Connector (IDE1, Blue) (IR1)
8 BIOS SPI Chip 22 PCI Slots (PCI1- 2)
9 NVIDIA GeForce 6150SE / nForce 430 Chipset 23 Internal Audio Connector: CD1 (Black)
10 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER 1) 24 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1)
11 SATAII Connector (SATAII_1 (PORT0), Red) 25 PCI Express x16 Slot (PCIE2)
12 SATAII Connector (SATAII_2 (PORT1), Red) 26 PCI Express x1 Slot (PCIE1)
13 SATAII Connector (SATAII_3 (PORT2), Red) 27 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
14 SATAII Connector (SATAII_4 (PORT3), Red) 28 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)

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1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) 7 Microphone (Pink)
2 Parallel Port 8 Shared USB 2.0 Ports (USB45)
3 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23) 9 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01)
4 RJ-45 Port 10 VGA Port
5 Line In (Light Blue) 11 COM Port
6 Line Out (Lime) 12 PS/2 Keyboard Port (Purple)
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* To enable Multi-Streaming function, you need to connect a front panel audio cable to the front
panel audio header. Please refer to below steps for the software setting of Multi-Streaming.
For Windows®XP:
After restarting your computer, you will find “Mixer” tool on your system. Please select “Mixer
ToolBox” , click “Enable playback multi-streaming”, and click “ok”. Choose “2CH” or
“4CH” and then you are allowed to select “Realtek HDA Primary output” to use Rear Speaker
and Front Speaker, or select “Realtek HDAAudio 2nd output” to use front panel audio. Then
reboot your system.
For Windows®VistaTM:
After restarting your computer, please double-click “Realtek HDAudio Manager” on the
system tray. Set “Speaker Configuration” to “Quadraphonic” or “Stereo”. Click “Device
advanced settings”, choose “Make front and rear output devices playbacks two different audio
streams simultaneously”, and click “ok”. Then reboot your system.

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2.2.
2. InstallationInstallation
InstallationInstallation
Installation
This is a Micro ATX form factor (9.6-in x 7.7-in, 24.4 cm x 19.6 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
damage the motherboard.

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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.
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 10, No. 28). 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 Small
Triangle
STEP 4:
Push Down And Lock
The Socket Lever
Lever 90° Up
CPU Golden Triangle
Socket Corner Small Triangle

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2.3 Installation of Memor2.3 Installation of Memor
2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)y Modules (DIMM)
y Modules (DIMM)y Modules (DIMM)
y Modules (DIMM)
ALiveNF6P-VSTA motherboard provides two 240-pin DDRII (Double Data Rate) DIMM
slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel configuration,
you always need to install two identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type)
memory modules in the DDRII DIMM slots to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology.
Otherwise, it will operate at single channel mode.
1. It is not allowed to install a DDR memory module into DDRII slot;
otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged.
2. If you install only one memory module or two non-identical memory
modules, it is unable to activate the Dual Channel Memory
Technology.
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.
notch
break
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2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)
2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)
2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)
There are 2 PCI slots and 2 PCI Express slots on this motherboard.
PCI slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI
interface.
PCIE slots: PCIE1 (PCIE x1 slot) is used for PCI Express cards with x1 lane width
cards, such as Gigabit LAN card, SATA2 card, etc.
PCIE2 (PCIE x16 slot) is used for PCI Express cards with x16 lane
width graphics cards.
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 bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screws
for later use.
Step 3. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is
completely seated on the slot.
Step 4. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws.

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2.5 Easy Multi Monitor Feature2.5 Easy Multi Monitor Feature
2.5 Easy Multi Monitor Feature
This motherboard supports Multi Monitor upgrade. With the internal onboard VGA and
the external add-on PCI Express VGA card, you can easily enjoy the benefits of Multi
Monitor feature. Please refer to the following steps to set up a multi monitor
environment:
1. Install the NVIDIA®PCI Express VGA card to PCIE2 (PCIE x16 slot). Please refer
to page 15 for proper expansion card installation procedures for details.
2. Connect the D-Sub monitor cable to the VGA/D-Sub port on the I/O panel of this
motherboard. Connect another D-Sub monitor cable to the VGA/D-Sub connector of
the add-on PCI Express VGA card. Connect the DVI-D monitor cable to the
VGA/DVI-D connector of the add-on PCI Express VGA card.
3. Boot your system. Press <F2> to enter BIOS setup. Enter “Share Memory”
option to adjust the memory capability to [16MB], [32MB], [64MB], [128MB] or
[256MB] to enable the function of onboard VGA/D-sub. Please make sure that
the value you select is less than the total capability of the system memory. If
you do not adjust the BIOS setup, the default value of “Share Memory”, [Auto],
will disable onboard VGA/D-Sub function when the add-on VGA card is
inserted to this motherboard.
4. Install the onboard VGA driver to your system. If you have installed the
onboard VGA driver already, there is no need to install it again.
5. Set up a multi-monitor display.
For Windows®2000 / XP / XP 64-bit OS:
Right click the desktop, choose “Properties”, and select the “Settings” tab so
that you can adjust the parameters of the multi-monitor according to the steps
below.
A. Click the “Identify” button to display a large number on each monitor.
B. Right-click the display icon in the Display Properties dialog that you wish
to be your primary monitor, and then select “Primary”. When you use
multiple monitors with your card, one monitor will always be Primary, and
all additional monitors will be designated as Secondary.
C. Select the display icon identified by the number 2.
D. Click “Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor”.
E. Right-click the display icon and select “Attached”, if necessary.
F. Set the “Screen Resolution” and “Color Quality” as appropriate for the
second monitor. Click “Apply” or “OK” to apply these new values.
G. Repeat steps C through E for the diaplay icon identified by the number
one, two and three.
For Windows®VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS:
Right click the desktop, choose “Personalize”, and select the “Display
Settings” tab so that you can adjust the parameters of the multi-monitor
according to the steps below.
A. Click the number ”2” icon.

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+5V
1_2
+5VSB
2_3
2.62.6
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_PW1 Short pin2, pin3 to enable
(see p.10, 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.
Clear CMOS Jumper
(CLRCMOS1)
(see p.10, No. 17)
Note: CLRCMOS1 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 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 finish
updating the BIOS, you must boot up the system first, and then shut it down
before you do the clear-CMOS action.
Clear CMOS
2_3 1_2
Default
B. Click the items “This is my main monitor” and “Extend the desktop onto
this monitor”.
C. Click “OK” to save your change.
D. Repeat steps A through C for the display icon identified by the number
three.
6. Use Multi Monitor feature. Click and drag the display icons to positions
representing the physical setup of your monitors that you would like to use. The
placement of display icons determines how you move items from one monitor to
another.

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FLOPPY1
Pin1
the red-striped side to Pin1
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.10 No. 18)
Note: Make sure the red-striped side of the cable is plugged into Pin1 side of the
connector.
Primary IDE connector (Blue)
(39-pin IDE1, see p.10 No. 7)
Note: Please refer to the instruction of your IDE device vendor for the details.
Serial ATAII Connectors These four Serial ATAII (SATAII)
(SATAII_1 (PORT0): see p.10, No. 11) connectors support SATAII
(SATAII_2 (PORT1): see p.10, No. 12) or SATA hard disk for internal
(SATAII_3 (PORT2): see p.10, No. 13) storage devices. The current
(SATAII_4 (PORT3): see p.10, No. 14) SATAII interface allows up to
3.0 Gb/s data transfer rate.
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connect the black end
to the IDE devices
connect the blue end
to the motherboard
IDE1
PIN1
80-conductor ATA 66/100/133 cable
connect to the SATA HDD
power connector
connect to the
power supply
SATAII_1 (PORT0)
SATAII_2 (PORT1)
SATAII_3 (PORT2)
SATAII_4 (PORT3)
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.
Serial ATA (SATA) Either end of the SATA data cable
Data Cable can be connected to the SATA /
(Optional) SATAII hard disk or the SATAII
connector on the motherboard.

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USB 2.0 Header Besides six default USB 2.0
(9-pin USB6_7) ports on the I/O panel, there is
(see p.10 No. 16) one USB 2.0 header on this
motherboard. This USB 2.0
headercan support two USB
2.0 ports.
WiFi/E Header This header supports WiFi+AP
(15-pin WIFI/E) function withASRock
(see p.10 No. 20) WiFi-802.11g or WiFi-802.11n
module, an easy-to-use wireless
local area network (WLAN)
adapter. It allows you to create a
wirelessenvironmentandenjoythe
convenience of wireless network
connectivity.
DeskExpress Hot PlugDetection This header supports the Hot
Header Plug detection function for
(5-pin IR1) ASRock DeskExpress.
(see p.10 No. 21)
InternalAudio Connectors This connector allows you
(4-pin CD1) to receive stereo audio input
(CD1: see p.10 No. 23) 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 the front
(9-pin HD_AUDIO1) panel audio cable that allows
(see p.10, No. 24) convenientconnection and
control of audio devices.
USB_PWR
USB_PWR
P+7
P-7
P+6
P-6
GND
GND
DUMMY
1
J_SENSE
OUT2_L
1
MIC_RET
PRESENCE#
GND
OUT2_R
MIC2_R
MIC2_L
OUT_RET
CD-L GND GND CD-R
CD1
1
IRTX
+5VSB
Hotplug#
IRRX
GND
1. High Definition 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).
1
USB+5V_2
TXN
TXP
GND2
PCIE_RST#
+3SVB
USB+5V_1
D0-D0+
GND1
PME#
PexCLK#
PexCLK
RXN RXP

2020
2020
20
+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.10 No. 15) functions.
Chassis Speaker Header Please connect the chassis
(4-pin SPEAKER 1) speaker to this header.
(see p.10 No. 10)
Chassis Fan Connector Please connect a chassis fan
(3-pin CHA_FAN1) cable to this connector and
(see p.10 No. 3) match the black wire to the
ground pin.
CPU Fan Connector Please connect the CPU fan
(4-pin CPU_FAN1) cable to this connector and
(see p.10 No. 28) match the black wire to the
ground pin.
Though this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin
CPU fan still can work successfully even without the fan speed control function.
If you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on this
motherboard, please connect it to Pin 1-3.
3-Pin Fan Installation
Pin 1-3 Connected
GND
+12V
CHA_FAN_SPEED
4
3
2
1
GND
+12V
CPU_FAN_SPEED
FAN_SPEED_CONTROL
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. Enter BIOS Setup Utility. Enter Advanced Settings, and then select
Chipset Configuration. Set the Front Panel Control option from
[Auto] to [Enabled].
F. Enter Windows system. Click the icon on the lower right hand
taskbar to enter Realtek HD Audio Manager.
For Windows®2000 / XP / XP 64-bit OS:
Click “Audio I/O”, select “Connector Settings” , choose
“Disable front panel jack detection”, and save the change by
clicking “OK”.
For Windows®VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS:
Click the right-top “Folder” icon , choose “Disable front
panel jack detection”, and save the change by clicking “OK”.