ASROCK K8NF4G-SATA2 User manual

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K8NF4G-SATA2
User Manual
Version 1.0
Published July 2005
Copyright©2005 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 ................................................................. 9
1.4 ASRock 8CH I/O........................................................................ 10
2.2.
2.2.
2. InstallationInstallation
InstallationInstallation
Installation ............................................................................................................................
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Pre-installation Precautions ............................................................... 11
2.1 CPUInstallation ......................................................................... 12
2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink ....................................... 12
2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM).................................... 13
2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI, PCI Express, and AMR Slots) ....................... 14
2.5 Easy Multi Monitor Feature........................................................ 14
2.6 Jumpers Setup.......................................................................... 15
2.7 Onboard Headers and Connectors.......................................... 16
2.8 SATAII HardDisk Setup Guide .................................................. 20
2.9 Serial ATA (SATA) / SerialATAII (SATAII) Hard Disks
Installation ................................................................................. 21
2.10 Installing Windows 2000 / XP / XP 64-bit Without RAID
Functions ................................................................................. 22
2.11 Installing Windows 2000 / XP / XP 64-bit With RAIDFunctions. 22
2.12 Untied Overclocking Technology .............................................. 22
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 ............................................................................... 23
3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar ............................................................... 23
3.1.2 Navigation Keys ............................................................. 24
3.2 Main Screen.............................................................................. 24
3.3 Advanced Screen .................................................................... 25
3.3.1 CPU Configuration .......................................................... 25
3.3.2 Chipset Configuration..................................................... 28
3.3.3 ACPI Configuration ......................................................... 29
3.3.4 IDE Configuration ............................................................ 30
3.3.5 PCIPnPConfiguration ...................................................... 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
3.6 Security Screen........................................................................ 37
3.7 Exit Screen ............................................................................... 38

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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 K8NF4G-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 K8NF4G-SATA2 Motherboard
(Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.0-in, 24.4 cm x 20.3 cm)
1 x ASRock K8NF4G-SATA2 Quick Installation Guide
1 x ASRock K8NF4G-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 SerialATA (SATA) Data Cable (Optional)
1 x SerialATA (SATA) HDD Power Cable (Optional)
1 xASRock 8CH I/O Shield
1 x COM Port Bracket

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1.21.2
1.21.2
1.2 SpecificationsSpecifications
SpecificationsSpecifications
Specifications
Platform - Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.0-in, 24.4 cm x 20.3 cm
CPU - 754-Pin Socket Supporting advanced 64-bit AMDAthlonTM 64
and 32-bit/64-bit Sempron Processors
- Supports AMD’s Cool ‘n’ QuietTM Technology
(see CAUTION 1)
- Chipset capable to FSB 1GHz (2.0 GT/s)
- Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 2)
- Supports Hyper-Transport Technology
Chipset - Northbridge: nVidia® GeForce 6100
- Southbridge: nVidia® nForce 410 MCP
Memory - 2 xDDRDIMM slots
- SupportDDR400/333/266
- Max. capacity: 2GB
Hybrid Booster - CPU Frequency Stepless Control
-ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 3)
- Boot Failure Guard (B.F.G.)
Expansion Slot - 2 x PCI slots
- 1 x PCI Express x 16 slot
- 1 x PCI Express x 1 slot
- 1 x AMR slot
Graphics - Integrated NV44 graphics DX9.0 VGA
- Pixel Shader 3.0
- Max. shared memory 128MB
Audio - Realtek ALC850 7.1 channel AC’97 audio codec
LAN - Realtek PHY RTL8201CL
- Speed: 10/100 Ethernet
- Supports Wake-On-LAN
Rear Panel I/O ASRock 8CH I/O
- 1 x PS/2 Mouse
- 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port
- 1 x VGA Port
- 1 x Parallel Port (ECP/EPP Support)
- 4 x Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports
- 1 x RJ-45 Port
- Audio Jack: Side Speaker/Rear Speaker/Central Bass/Line
in/Front Speaker/Microphone (see CAUTION 4)
Connector - 2 x Serial ATAII 3.0Gb/s connectors,
support RAID 0, 1, JBOD (Not Support “Hot Plug” function)
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- 2 x ATA133 IDE connectors (support 4 x IDE devices)
- 1 x Floppy connector
- CPU/Chassis FANconnector
- 20 pin ATX power connector
- 4 pin 12V power connector
- CD in header
- Front panel audio connector
- 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports)
(see CAUTION 6)
BIOS Feature - 4MbAMI BIOS
-AMI Legal BIOS
- Supports “Plug and Play”
-ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events
- SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support
- CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 7)
Support CD - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software
Hardware - CPU Temperature Sensing
Monitor - Motherboard Temperature Sensing
- CPU Overheat Shutdown to Protect CPU Life
- CPU FanTachometer
- Chassis Fan Tachometer
- Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore
OS - Microsoft® Windows® 2000 / XP / XP 64-bit compliant
Certifications - FCC, CE, WHQL

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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. Since not all K8 754-pin CPU can
support AMD’s Cool ‘n’ QuietTM technology, please check AMD’s website for
details.
2. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Please read “Un-
tied Overclocking Technology” on page 22 for details.
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. 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 10 for proper connection.
5. Before installing SATAII hard disk to SATAII connector, please read the “SATAII
Hard Disk Setup Guide” on page 19 to adjust your SATAII hard disk drive to
SATAII mode. Besides, you are allowed to downgrade the SATAII hard disk to
SATA hard disk (from SATAII 3Gb/s down to SATA 1.5Gb/s), and connect it to
the SATAII connector. You can also connect SATA hard disk to SATAII connec-
tor directly.
6. Power Management for USB 2.0 works fine under Microsoft®Windows®XP
SP1 / 2000 SP4.
7. Although this motherboard offers stepless control, it is not recommended to
perform over-clocking. Frequencies other than the recommended CPU bus
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1.3 Motherboard Layout1.3 Motherboard Layout
1.3 Motherboard Layout1.3 Motherboard Layout
1.3 Motherboard Layout
1 PS2_USB_PW1 Jumper 17 USB 2.0 Header (USB67, Blue)
2 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 18 Infrared Module Header (IR1)
3 754-Pin CPU Socket 19 USB 2.0 Header (USB45, Blue)
4 CPU Heatsink Retention Module 20 Floppy Connector (FLOPPY1)
5 184-pin DDR DIMM Slots (DDR1- 2) 21 Flash Memory
6 Secondary IDE Connector (IDE2, Black) 22 Game Port Header (GAME1)
7 Primary IDE Connector (IDE1, Blue) 23 PCI Express Slot (PCIE2)
8 North Bridge Controller 24 AMR Slot (AMR1)
9 PCI Express Slot (PCIE1) 25 JR1 JL1Jumper
10 South Bridge Controller 26 Front Panel Audio Header (AUDIO1)
11 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS2) 27 2 x PCI Slots (PCI1- 2)
12 Secondary Serial ATAII Connector (SATAII_2, red) 28 Internal Audio Connector: CD1 (Black)
13 Primary Serial ATAII Connector (SATAII_1, red) 29 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
14 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1) 30 Serial Port Connector (COM1)
15 System Panel Header (PANEL1) 31 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)
16 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER 1)
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Socket 754
USB 2.0
T: USB 2
B: USB3
PARALLEL PORT
VGA1
PS2
Mouse
PS2
Keyboard
Top:
REAR SPK
Center:
SIDE SPK
Bottom:
CTR BASS
Top:
LINE IN
Center:
FRONT
Bottom:
MIC IN
USB 2.0
T: USB 0
B: USB1
Top:
RJ-45
ATXPWR1
SATAII
PCI
EXPRESS
PCIE1
USB2.0
PCI 1
PCI 2
PCIE2
SATAII_1
SATAII_2
Super
I/O
PS2_USB_PW1
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ATX12V1
FSB800
DDR1 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
DDR2 (64/72 bit, 184-pin module)
DDR400
nVidia
GeForce 6100
Chipset
nVidia
nForce
410 MCP
Chipset
CD1
AUDIO
CODEC
LAN
PHY
IDE2
IDE1
ATA133
4Mb
BIOS
CMOS
BATTERY
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CPU_FAN1
FLOPPY1
HDLED RESET
PLED PWRBTN
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USB45
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SPEAKER1
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CLRCMOS2
AUDIO1
JR1 JL1
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24.4cm (9.6-in)
COM1
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1.4 ASRock 8CH I/O1.4 ASRock 8CH I/O
1.4 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 VGAPort
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
K8NF4G-SATA2 is a Micro ATX form factor (9.6-in x 8.0-in, 24.4 cm x 20.3 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.
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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 9, No. 31). 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)Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
This motherboard is equipped with two 184-pinDDR (Double Data Rate) DIMM slots.
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
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2.42.4
2.4 Expansion SlotsExpansion Slots
Expansion SlotsExpansion Slots
Expansion Slots
(PCI Express Slots, PCI Slots and AMR Slot)(PCI Express Slots, PCI Slots and AMR Slot)
(PCI Express Slots, PCI Slots and AMR Slot)(PCI Express Slots, PCI Slots and AMR Slot)
(PCI Express Slots, PCI Slots and AMR Slot)
There are 2 PCI Express slots, 2 PCI slots and 1 AMR slot on K8NF4G-SATA2
motherboard.
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 LANcard, SATA2 card, etc.
PCI Slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI
interface.
AMR slot: TheAMR slot is used to insert an ASRock MR card with v.92 Modem
functionality.
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.
2.5 Easy Multi Monitor Feature2.5 Easy Multi Monitor Feature
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. If you plan to enable the function of onboard VGA, please
enter the option “Share Memory” of BIOS to adjust the memory capability to
[16MB], [32MB], [64MB], or [128MB]. Please note that the value you select should
be less than the total capability of the system memory. The default value of “Share
Memory” is [Auto], which will disable onboard VGA function when installing VGA
card. After setting up BIOS, you can install VGA cards and VGA card drivers to
enjoy multi-monitors.

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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_PW1 Short pin2, pin3 to enable
(see p.9, 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.9, No. 25)
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.9, No. 11)
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 pin2 and pin3
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.
JL1 JR1
Clear CMOS
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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
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!
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Floppy Connector
(33-pinFLOPPY1)
(see p.9 No. 20)
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.9 No. 7) (39-pin IDE2, see p.9 No. 6)
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 II Connectors These Serial ATA II (SATA II)
(SATAII_1: see p.9,No.13) connectors support SATA II
(SATAII_2: see p.9,No.12) or SATA hard disk 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 SATAdata cable
Data Cable can be connected to the SATA /
SATAII hard disk or the SATAII
connector on the motherboard.
SATA2
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powerconnector
connect tothe
powersupply
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
USB_PWR
P+7
P-7
P+6
P-6
GND
GND
DUMMY
1
1
IRTX
IRRX
GND
+5VSB
DUMMY
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-pinUSB67) dates 4 default USB 2.0 ports. If
(see p.9 No. 17) 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-pinUSB45) dates 4 default USB 2.0 ports. If
(see p.9 No. 19) 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.9 No. 18) and receiving infrared module.
Internal Audio Connectors This connector allows you
(4-pin CD1) to receive stereo audio input
(CD1: see p.9 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.9 No. 26) convenient connection and
control of audio devices.
GND
GND
+5VA
BACKOUT-R
BACKOUT-L
AUD-OUT-L
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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-pinPANEL1) several system front panel
(see p.9 No. 15) functions.
Chassis Speaker Header Please connect the chassis
(4-pinSPEAKER 1) speaker to this header.
(see p.9 No. 16)
Chassis Fan Connector Please connect a chassis fan
(3-pin CHA_FAN1) cable to this connector and
(see p.9 No. 14) 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.9 No. 31) match the black wire to the
ground pin.
ATX Power Connector Please connect an ATX power
(20-pinATXPWR1) supply to this connector.
(see p.9 No. 29)
ATX 12V Power Connector Please note that it is necessary
(4-pin ATX12V1) to connect a power supply with
(see p.9 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.9 No. 22) is installed.
Serial port connector This COM1 connector
(9-pin COM1) supports a serial port module.
(see p.9 item 30)
GND
+12V
CPU_FAN_SPEED
CCTS#1
DDSR#1
DDTR#1
RRXD1
DDCD#1
TTXD1
GND
RRTS#1
RRI#1
1
GND
+12V
CHA_FAN_SPEED

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SATT
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TAII Hard Disk Setup GuideAII Hard Disk Setup Guide
AII Hard Disk Setup GuideAII Hard Disk Setup Guide
AII Hard Disk Setup Guide
Before installing SATAII hard disk to your computer, please carefully read below
SATAII hard disk setup guide. Some default setting of SATAII hard disks may not
be at SATAII mode, which operate with the best performance. In order to enable
SATAII function, please follow the below instruction with different vendors to
correctly adjust your SATAII hard disk to SATAII mode in advance; otherwise, your
SATAII hard disk may fail to run at SATAII mode.
Western Digital
If pin 5 and pin 6 are shorted, SATA 1.5GB/s will be enabled.
On the other hand, if you want to enable SATAII 3.0GB/s, please remove the
jumpers from pin 5 and pin 6.
SAMSUNG
If pin 3 and pin 4 are shorted, SATA 1.5GB/s will be enabled.
On the other hand, if you want to enable SATAII 3.0GB/s, please remove the
jumpers from pin 3 and pin 4.
HITACHI
Please use the Feature Tool, a DOS-bootable tool, for changing various ATA
features. Please visit HITACHI’s website for details:
http://www.hitachigst.com/hdd/support/download.htm
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1357
2468
The above examples are just for your reference. For different SATAII hard
disk products of different vendors, the jumper pin setting methods may not
be the same. Please visit the vendors’ website for the updates.

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A (SAA (SA
A (SATT
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TA) / Serial AA) / Serial A
A) / Serial AA) / Serial A
A) / Serial ATT
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AII (SAAII (SA
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AII) Hard DisksAII) Hard Disks
AII) Hard Disks
InstallationInstallation
InstallationInstallation
Installation
This motherboard adopts nVidia nForce 410 MCP southbridge chipset that
supports Serial ATA (SATA) / Serial ATAII (SATAII) hard disks and RAID functions.
You may install SATA / SATAII hard disks on this motherboard for internal storage
devices. This section will guide you to install the SATA/ SATAII hard disks.
STEP1: Install the SATA / SATAII hard disks into the drive bays of your chassis.
STEP2: Connect the SATA power cable to the SATA / SATAII hard disk.
STEP3: Connect one end of the SATA data cable to the motherboard’s SATAII
connector.
STEP4: Connect the other end of the SATA data cable to the SATA / SATAII hard
disk.