ASROCK K7NF2-RAID User manual

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1 PS2_USB_PWR1 Jumper 16 Infrared Module Connector (IR1)
2 FID Jumpers (FID0, FID1, FID2, FID3, FID4) 17 USB 2.0 Header (USB67,Blue)
3 CPU Socket 18 Floppy Connector (FLOPPY1)
4 North Bridge Controller 19 Game Connector (GAME1)
5 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 20 JR1 / JL1 Jumpers
6 184-pin DDR DIMM Slots (DDR1- 3) 21 Front Panel Audio Connector (AUDIO1)
7 AGP Slot (AGP1) 22 FlashMemory
8 Secondary Serial ATA Connector (SATA2) 23 PCI Slots (PCI1- 5)
9 Primary Serial ATA Connector (SATA1) 24 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS2)
10 South Bridge Controller 25 Internal Audio Connector: AUX1 (White)
11 Primary IDE Connector (IDE1, Blue) 26 Internal Audio Connector: CD1 (Black)
12 Secondary IDE Connector (IDE2, Black) 27 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
13 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 28 Shared USB 2.0 Header (USB45E, Blue)
14 System Panel Connector (PANEL1) 29 FSB Select Jumper (FSB_SEL1)
15 Chassis Speaker Connector (SPEAKER 1) 30 FSB Select Jumper (FSB_SEL0)

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1 Parallel Port 7 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01)
2 RJ-45 Port 8 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23)
3 Line In (Light Blue) 9 Serial Port: COM1
4 Line Out (Lime) 10 PS/2 Keyboard Port (Purple)
5 Microphone (Pink) 11 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green)
6 USB 2.0 Ports (USB45)
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1. Introduction1. Introduction
1. Introduction1. Introduction
1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing ASRock K7NF2-RAIDmotherboard, 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.
This Quick Installation Guide contains introduction of the motherboard and step-by-
step installation guide. More detailed information of the motherboard can be found in
the user manual presented in 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
1.1 Package Contents1.1 Package Contents
1.1 Package Contents1.1 Package Contents
1.1 Package Contents
ASRock K7NF2-RAID Motherboard
(ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 7.8-in, 30.5 cm x 19.8 cm)
ASRock K7NF2-RAIDQuick InstallationGuide
ASRock K7NF2-RAID Support CD
One 80-conductor Ultra ATA66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable
One Ribbon Cable for a 3.5-in Floppy Drive
One Serial ATA (SATA) Cables
One SerialATA (SATA) HDD Power Cable (Optional)
OneASRock I/O PlusTM Shield
One Game Port Bracket (Optional)

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1.2 Specifications1.2 Specifications
1.2 Specifications1.2 Specifications
1.2 Specifications
Platform: ATX Form Factor (12.0-in x 7.8-in, 30.5-cm x 19.8-cm)
CPU: Supports Socket A (462 pins) for
AMDAthlonTM / AthlonTM XP / SempronTM / DuronTM processor
Chipsets: North Bridge:
nVidia nForce 2 Ultra 400, FSB @ 400/333/266/200 MHz,
AGP 8X;
South Bridge:
MCP-RAID, supports USB 2.0, ATA133, SATA 1.5Gb/s
Memory: 3DDRDIMMslots:DDR1,DDR2, andDDR3
PC2100 (DDR266) / PC2700 (DDR333) / PC3200 (DDR400)
for 3DDRDIMM slots, Max. 3GB;
IDE: IDE1:ATA133 / UltraDMAMode 6;
IDE2:ATA133 / UltraDMAMode 6;
Supports up to 4 IDE devices
Serial ATA: 2 SATA connectors,
support up to 2 SATA devices at1.5Gb/s data transfer rate
(Not Support “Hot Plug” function)
Floppy Port: Supports up to 2 floppy disk drives
Audio: 5.1 channels AC’97 Audio
LAN: Speed: 802.3u (10/100 Ethernet), supports Wake-On-LAN
Hardware Monitor: CPU temperature sensing;
Chassis temperature sensing;
CPU overheat shutdown to protect CPU life
(ASRock U-COP)(see CAUTION 1);
CPU fan tachometer; Chassis fan tachometer;
Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore
PCI slots: 5 slots with PCI Specification 2.3
AGP slot: 1 AGP slot, supports 1.5V, AGP 8X card (see CAUTION 2)
USB 2.0: 8 USB 2.0 ports:
includes 6 default USB 2.0 ports on the rear panel,
plus two headers to support 2 additional USB 2.0 ports
(see CAUTION 3)
ASRock I/O PlusTM:1 PS/2 keyboard port, 1 PS/2 mouse port;
1 serial port: COM1;
1 parallel port: ECP/EPP support;
1 RJ 45 port;
6 default USB 2.0 ports;
Audio Jack: Line Out / Line In / Microphone

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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 4)
OS: Microsoft® Windows® 98 SE / ME / 2000 / XP compliant
CAUTION!
1. While CPU overheat is detected, the system will automatically shutdown.
Please check if the CPU fan on the motherboard functions properly before
you resume the system. To improve heat dissipation, remember to spray
thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink when you install the PC
system.
2. Do NOT insert a 3.3V AGP card into the AGP slot of K7NF2-RAID
motherboard!It may cause permanent damage!
3. 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.
4. Although K7NF2-RAID 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.
The CPU host frequency of this motherboard is determined by the jumper-
setting. You must set the FSB jumper according to your AMD CPU before
you use the “Manual” option as the FSB setting in BIOS setup to perform
over clocking. Please check page 24 of “User Manual” in the Support CDfor
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2. Installation2. Installation
2. Installation2. Installation
2. Installation
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.
1. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any
component. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the
motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.
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
antstatic pad or in the bag that comes with the component.
2.1 CPU Installation2.1 CPU Installation
2.1 CPU Installation2.1 CPU Installation
2.1 CPU Installation
STEP1: Unlock the socket by lifting the lever up to a 90oangle.
STEP2: Position the CPU directly above the socket such that its marked
corner matches the base of the socket lever.
STEP3: 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.
STEP4: 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.
STEP5: Install CPU fan and heatsink. For proper installation, please kindly
refer to the instruction manuals of your CPU fan and heatsink vendors.
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2.2 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
K7NF2-RAIDmotherboard provides three 184-pinDDR (DoubleData Rate)DIMM slots,
and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. To enable Dual-Channel mode, you
need to install 2DIMMs intoDDR1 and DDR3 slots.Although this chipset can work on
the Dual-Channel mode with 2 different modules, we recommend users to use two
identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) memory modules in the DDR
DIMM slots for optimized performance.
If you install only one memory module, please install it on DDR1 first.
If you install 2 memory modules, please install them on DDR1 and
DDR3.
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 aDIMM 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 theDIMM 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 theDIMM is properly seated.

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2.3 Expansion Slots (PCI and AGP Slots)2.3 Expansion Slots (PCI and AGP Slots)
2.3 Expansion Slots (PCI and AGP Slots)2.3 Expansion Slots (PCI and AGP Slots)
2.3 Expansion Slots (PCI and AGP Slots)
There are 5 PCI slots and 1 AGP slot on K7NF2-RAIDmotherboard.
PCI slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI
interface.
AGP slot: The AGP slot is used to install a graphics card.
The ASRock AGP slot has a special locking mechanism which can
securely fasten the graphics card inserted.
Please do NOT use a 3.3VAGP card on theAGP slot of K7NF2-RAID
motherboard! It may cause permanent damage! For the voltage
information of your VGA card, please check with the VGA card vendors.
Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card
Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card
Installing an expansion card
STEP1: 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.
STEP2: Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screws
for later use.
STEP3: Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is
completely seated on the slot.
STEP4: Fasten the card to the chassis with screws.
2.4 Jumpers Setup2.4 Jumpers Setup
2.4 Jumpers Setup2.4 Jumpers Setup
2.4 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. Short Open
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Jumper Setting
FSB_SEL0
(seep.2item30)
FSB_SEL1
(seep.2item29)
Note: The setting of the CPU front side bus frequency of this motherboard is by means of the
adjustment of jumper-setting. You must set the FSB jumper according to your AMD CPU
before you use the “Manual” option as the FSB setting in BIOS setup to perform over
clocking. Please follow the figures above to set the CPU front side bus frequency.
PS2_USB_PWR1 Short pin2, pin3 to enable
(seep.2item 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(see p.2item20)
JL1(see p.2item 20)
Note: If the jumpers JL1 and JR1 are short, both the front panel and the rear panel audio
connectors will work.
Clear CMOS Jumper
(CLRCMOS2)
(seep.2item24)
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.
FIDJumpers
(FID0, FID1, FID2, FID3, FID4)
(see p.2 item 2)
Note: The set of FID jumpers are designed to adjust the multiplier of CPU. For detailed information,
please refer to page 15 of user Manual in the Support CD.
2-pin jumper