ASROCK N68-GS4 FX R2.0 User manual

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N68-GS4 FX /
N68-S4 FX
User Manual
Version 1.0
Published September 2013
Copyright©2013ASRock INC.All rights reserved.

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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
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With respect to the contents of this manual, ASRock does not provide warranty of
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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
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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 Unique Features ........................................................................ 9
1.4 Motherboard Layout (N68-GS4 FX /N68-S4 FX) ........................ 11
1.5 I/O Panel (N68-GS4 FX) ............................................................. 12
1.6 I/OPanel (N68-S4 FX) ............................................................... 13
2.2.
2.2.
2. InstallationInstallation
InstallationInstallation
Installation ..........................................................................................................................
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Pre-installation Precautions ................................................................ 14
2.1 CPU Installation ......................................................................... 15
2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink......................................... 15
2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) .................................... 16
2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) .................................. 17
2.5 Jumpers Setup .......................................................................... 18
2.6 OnboardHeadersand Connectors ............................................. 19
2.7 DriverInstallationGuide ............................................................. 23
2.8 Installing Windows®8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM
64-bit / XP / XP 64-bit Without RAID Functions ......................... 23
2.9 Installing Windows®8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM
64-bit / XP / XP 64-bit With RAID Functions .............................. 23
2.9.1 Installing Windows®XP / XP 64-bit With RAID
Functions ...................................................................... 23
2.9.2 Installing Windows®8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM /
VistaTM 64-bit With RAID Functions ............................... 24
2.10 Untied Overclocking Technology ................................................ 25
2.11 ASRock Home Cloud................................................................. 26
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 ................................................................................ 34
3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar ............................................................... 34
3.1.2 Navigation Keys .............................................................. 35
3.2 Main Screen .............................................................................. 35
3.3 OCTweaker Screen ................................................................... 36
3.4 AdvancedScreen ....................................................................... 41
3.4.1 CPUConfiguration ........................................................... 42
3.4.2 ChipsetConfiguration ...................................................... 43
3.4.3 ACPIConfiguration .......................................................... 44
3.4.4 StorageConfiguration ...................................................... 45
3.4.5 PCIPnPConfiguration...................................................... 47
3.4.6 FloppyConfiguration........................................................ 48

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3.4.7 Super IOConfiguration .................................................... 48
3.4.8 USBConfiguration ........................................................... 50
3.5 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen ................................. 51
3.6 Boot Screen .............................................................................. 52
3.6.1 Boot Settings Configuration ............................................. 52
3.7 Security Screen......................................................................... 53
3.8 Exit Screen................................................................................ 54
4.4.
4.4.
4. Software SupportSoftware Support
Software SupportSoftware Support
Software Support ......................................................................................................
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4.1 Install Operating System ........................................................... 55
4.2 SupportCDInformation .............................................................. 55
4.2.1 RunningSupportCD........................................................ 55
4.2.2 DriversMenu ................................................................... 55
4.2.3 Utilities Menu .................................................................. 55
4.2.4 Contact Information.......................................................... 55

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1.1.
1.1.
1. IntroductionIntroduction
IntroductionIntroduction
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing ASRock N68-GS4 FX / N68-S4 FX motherboard, a reliable
motherboard produced underASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It delivers
excellent performance with robust design conforming toASRock’s commitment to qual-
ity 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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1.1 Packack
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ackage Contentsage Contents
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OneASRock N68-GS4 FX / N68-S4 FX Motherboard (MicroATX Form Factor)
OneASRock N68-GS4 FX / N68-S4 FX Quick Installation Guide
OneASRock N68-GS4 FX / N68-S4 FX Support CD
Two SerialATA(SATA) Data Cables (Optional)
One I/O Panel Shield

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1.2 Specifications1.2 Specifications
1.2 Specifications1.2 Specifications
1.2 Specifications
Platform - MicroATX Form Factor
A-Style - Home Cloud (N68-GS4 FX)
CPU - Support for SocketAM3+ processors
- Support forAM3 processors:AMD PhenomTM II X6 / X4 / X3 /
X2 (except 920 / 940) /Athlon II X4 / X3 / X2 / Sempron
processors (see CAUTION 1)
- Supports 8-Core CPU
- Supports UCC feature (Unlock CPU Core) (see CAUTION 2)
- Supports AMD’s Cool ‘n’ QuietTM Technology
- FSB 1000 MHz (2.0 GT/s)
- Supports Untied Overclocking Technology
- Supports Hyper-Transport Technology
Chipset -NVIDIA®GeForce 7025 / nForce 630a
Memory -Dual ChannelDDR3 MemoryTechnology
- 2 xDDR3DIMM slots
-SupportDDR31866/1600/1333/1066 non-ECC, un-buffered
memory (see CAUTION 3)
- Max. capacity of system memory: 16GB (see CAUTION 4)
Expansion Slot - 1 x PCI Express x16 slot
- 1 x PCI Express x1 slot
- 2 x PCI slots
Graphics - IntegratedNVIDIA®GeForce 7025 graphics
-DX9.0 VGA, Pixel Shader 3.0
- Max. shared memory 256MB
- Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to 1920x1440
@ 60Hz
Audio - 5.1 CH HDAudio (RealtekALC662Audio Codec)
LAN N68-GS4FX:
- Qualcomm®Atheros®AR8171, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s
- Supports Qualcomm®Atheros®Security Wake On Internet
Technology
- Supports Wake-On-LAN
- Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az
- Supports PXE
N68-S4FX:
-Atheros®AR8152, speed 10/100 Mb/s
- Supports Wake-On-LAN
- Supports PXE

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Rear Panel I/O I/O Panel
- 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port
- 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port
- 1 x Serial Port: COM1
- 1 x VGA Port
- 4 x USB 2.0 Ports
- 1 x RJ-45 LANPort with LED(ACT/LINK LEDand SPEEDLED)
- HDAudio Jack: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone
Storage - 4 x SATA2 3.0Gb/s connectors, support RAID(RAID0, RAID1,
RAID 0+1, RAID5, JBOD),NCQ and Hot Plug
Connector - 1 x ATA133 IDE connector (supports 2 x IDE devices)
- 1 x Floppy connector
- 1 x Print port header
- 1 x Chassis intrusion header
- 1 x CPU Fan connector (4-pin)
- 1 x Chassis Fan connector (3-pin)
- 1 x 24 pin ATX power connector
- 1 x 4 pin 12V power connector
- 1 x Front panel audio header
- 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports)
BIOS Feature - 8MbAMI Legal BIOS
- Supports “Plug and Play”
-ACPI 1.1 Compliant Wake Up Events
- Supports jumperfree
- SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support
- CPU, VCCM Voltage Multi-adjustment
Support CD -Drivers, Utilities,AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), Google
Chrome Browser and Toolbar, Start8 (30 days trial)
Hardware - CPU Temperature Sensing
Monitor - Chassis Temperature Sensing
- CPU Fan Tachometer
- Chassis Fan Tachometer
- CPU Quiet Fan
- CASE OPEN detection
- Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore
OS - Microsoft®Windows®8.1 32-bit / 8.1 64-bit / 8 32-bit / 8 64-bit
/ 7 32-bit / 7 64-bit / VistaTM 32-bit / VistaTM 64-bit / XP 32-bit /
XP 64-bit (see CAUTION 5)
Certifications - FCC, CE, WHQL
- ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required)
* For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com

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CAUTION!
1. This motherboard supports CPU up to 95W. Please refer to our website for
CPU support list. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com
2. ASRock UCC (Unlock CPU Core) feature simplifies AMD CPU activation. As
long as a simple switch of the BIOS option “ASRock UCC”, you can unlock
the extra CPU core to enjoy an instant performance boost. When UCC
feature is enabled, the dual-core or triple-core CPU will boost to the quad-
core CPU, and some CPU, including quad-core CPU, can also increase L3
cache size up to 6MB, which means you can enjoy the upgrade CPU perfor-
mance with a better price. Please be noted that UCC feature is supported
with AM3/AM3+ CPU only, and in addition, not every AM3/AM3+ CPU can
support this function because some CPU’s hidden core may be
malfunctioned.
3. Whether 1866/1600MHz memory speed is supported depends on the
AM3/AM3+ CPU you adopt. If you want to adoptDDR3 1866/1600 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®8
/ 7 / VistaTM / XP. For Windows®OS with 64-bit CPU, there is no such
limitation.
5. This motherboard does not support RAID mode under Windows®8.1
32-bit / 8.1 64-bit.
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
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1.3 Unique Features1.3 Unique Features
1.3 Unique Features1.3 Unique Features
1.3 Unique Features
ASRock OC Tuner
ASRock OC Tuner is a user-friendly overclocking tool which allows
youtosurveilyoursystembyhardwaremonitorfunctionandoverclock
your hardware devices to get the best system performance under
WindowsR environment. Please visit our website for the operation
procedures ofASRock OC Tuner.
ASRock Instant Boot
ASRock Instant Boot allows you to turn on your PC in just a few
seconds, provides a much more efficient way to save energy, time,
money, and improves system running speed for your system. It
leverages the S3 and S4ACPI features which normally enable the
Sleep/Standbyand Hibernationmodesin WindowsRto shorten boot
up time. By calling S3 and S4 at specific timing during the shut-
down and startup process, Instant Boot allows you to enter your
WindowsR desktop in a few seconds.
ASRock Instant Flash
ASRock Instant Flash is a BIOS flash utility embedded in Flash
ROM. This convenient BIOS update tool allows you to update sys-
tem BIOS without entering operating systems first like MS-DOS or
WindowsR. With this utility, you can press the <F6> key during the
POST or the <F2> key to enter into the BIOS setup menu to ac-
cessASRock Instant Flash. Just launch this tool and save the new
BIOS file to your USB flash drive, floppy disk or hard drive, then you
can update your BIOS only in a few clicks without preparing an
additional floppy diskette or other complicated flash utility. Please
be noted that the USB flash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/
12 file system.
ASRock OC DNA
The software name itself – OC DNA literally tells you what it is
capable of. OC DNA, an exclusive utility developed by ASRock,
provides a convenient way for the user to record the OC settings
and share with others. It helps you to save your overclocking record
under the operating system and simplifies the complicated record-
ing process of overclocking settings. With OCDNA, you can save
yourOC settingsasa profileandsharewith your friends!Your friends
then can load the OC profile to their own system to get the same

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OC settings as yours! Please be noticed that the OC profile can
only be shared and worked on the same motherboard.
ASRock APP Charger
If you desire a faster, less restricted way of charging your Apple
devices, such as iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch, ASRock has prepared a
wonderful solution for you -ASRock APP Charger. Simply install
theAPP Charger driver, it makes your iPhone charge much quickly
from your computer and up to 40% faster than before.ASRockAPP
Charger allows you to quickly charge manyApple devices simulta-
neously and even supports continuous charging when your PC en-
ters into Standby mode (S1), Suspend to RAM (S3), hibernation
mode (S4) or power off (S5).WithAPP Charger driver installed, you
can easily enjoy the marvelous charging experience.
ASRock XFast USB
ASRock XFast USB can boost USB storage device performance.
The performance may depend on the properties of the device.
ASRock XFast LAN
ASRock XFast LAN provides a faster internet access, which in-
cludes the benefits listed below. LANApplication Prioritization: You
can configure your application’s priority ideally and/or add new
programs. Lower Latency inGame:After setting online game’s pri-
ority higher, it can lower the latency in games. Traffic Shaping: You
can watch Youtube HDvideos and download simultaneously. Real-
TimeAnalysis of YourData: With the status window, you can easily
recognize which data streams you are transferring currently.
ASRock XFast RAM
ASRock XFast RAM fully utilizes the memory space that cannot be
used under WindowsR OS 32-bit CPU.ASRock XFast RAM short-
ens the loading time of previously visited websites, making web
surfing faster than ever. And it also boosts the speed of Adobe
Photoshop5 timesfaster.Anotheradvantage ofASRockXFastRAM
is that it reduces the frequency of accessing your SSDs or HDDs in
order to extend their lifespan.

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1.4 Motherboard L1.4 Motherboard L
1.4 Motherboard L1.4 Motherboard L
1.4 Motherboard Layout (N68-ayout (N68-
ayout (N68-ayout (N68-
ayout (N68-GS4 FX / N68-S4 FX)GS4 FX / N68-S4 FX)
GS4 FX / N68-S4 FX)GS4 FX / N68-S4 FX)
GS4 FX / N68-S4 FX)
1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 10 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1)
2 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 11 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1)
3 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots 12 USB 2.0 Header (USB4_5)
(Dual Channel: DDR3_A1, DDR3_B1) 13 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER1)
4 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1) 14 USB 2.0 Header (USB6_7)
5 SATA2 Connector (SATAII_2 (PORT 0.1)) 15 Chassis Intrusion Header (CI1)
6 Primary IDE Connector (IDE1) 16 System Panel Header (PANEL1)
7 SATA2 Connector (SATAII_4 (PORT 1.1)) 17 Print Port Header (LPT1)
8 SATA2 Connector (SATAII_3 (PORT 1.0)) 18 Floppy Connector (FLOPPY1)
9 SATA2 Connector (SATAII_1 (PORT 0.0)) 19 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1)
NVIDIA
GeForce
7025 /
nForce
630a
FSB800
DDR3_B1 (64 bit, 240-pin module)
DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-pin module)
IDE1
SATAII_3
SATAII_4 SATAII_2
(PORT 1.0)
(PORT 1.1) (PORT0.1)
SATAII_1
(PORT 0.0)
CHA_FAN1
SPEAKER1
1
HDLED RESET
PLED PWRBTN
1
PANEL 1
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USB6_7
ATXPWR1
PCIE1
AUDIO
CODEC
HD_AUDIO1
1
8Mb
BIOS
FLOPPY1
CMOS
BATTERY
1
CLRCMOS1
CPU_FAN1
ATX12V1
Super
I/O
LAN
PHY
USB 2.0
T: USB0
B: USB1
Top:
RJ-45
Top:
LINE IN
Center:
FRONT
Bottom:
MIC IN
PS2
Mouse
PS2
Keyboard
VGA1
USB 2.0
T: USB2
B: USB3
PCIE2
PCI1
PCI2
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USB4_5
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LPT1
COM1
SOCKET AM3
RoHS
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1.5 I/O P1.5 I/O P
1.5 I/O P1.5 I/O P
1.5 I/O Panel (N68-anel (N68-
anel (N68-anel (N68-
anel (N68-GS4 FX)GS4 FX)
GS4 FX)GS4 FX)
GS4 FX)
1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) 6 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01)
* 2 RJ-45 Port 7 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23)
3 Line In (Light Blue) 8 D-Sub Port
4 Front Speaker (Lime) 9 COM Port
5 Microphone (Pink) 10 PS/2 Keyboard Port (Purple)
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* There are two LED next to the LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LANport LED
indications.
LAN Port LED Indications
Activity/Link LED SPEED LED
Status Description Status Description
Off No Activity Off 10Mbps connection
Blinking Data Activity Orange 100Mbps connection
Green 1Gbps connection LAN Port
ACT/LINK
LED SPEED LED
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®8 / 7 / VistaTM:
After restarting your computer, please double-click “Realtek HD Audio 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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1.6 I/O P1.6 I/O P
1.6 I/O Panel (N68-S4 FX)anel (N68-S4 FX)
anel (N68-S4 FX)anel (N68-S4 FX)
anel (N68-S4 FX)
1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) 6 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01)
* 2 RJ-45 Port 7 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23)
3 Line In (Light Blue) 8 D-Sub Port
4 Front Speaker (Lime) 9 COM Port
5 Microphone (Pink) 10 PS/2 Keyboard Port (Purple)
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* There are two LED next to the LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED
indications.
LAN Port LED Indications
Activity/Link LED SPEED LED
Status Description Status Description
Off No Activity Off 10Mbps connection
Blinking Data Activity Orange 100Mbps connection LAN Port
ACT/LINK
LED SPEED LED
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®8 / 7 / 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.
2.2.
2. InstallationInstallation
InstallationInstallation
Installation
This is a MicroATX form factor 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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2.1 CPU Installation2.1 CPU Installation
2.1 CPU Installation2.1 CPU Installation
2.1 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.
2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
2.2 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 11, No. 2). 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
SockerCorner
SmallTriangle

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2.3 Installation of Memor2.3 Installation of Memor
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)
N68-GS4 FX / N68-S4 FX motherboardprovidestwo 240-pinDDR3(DoubleDataRate 3)
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 theDDR3DIMM slots to activate Dual Channel Memory
Technology. Otherwise, it will operate at single channel mode.
1. It is not allowed to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into
DDR3 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 theDual Channel MemoryTechnology.
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 theDIMM if you force theDIMM 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.
notch
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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.
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 Jumpers Setup2.5 Jumpers Setup
2.5 Jumpers Setup2.5 Jumpers Setup
2.5 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
ClearCMOS Jumper
(CLRCMOS1)
(see p.11, No. 11)
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

1919
1919
19
FLOPPY1
Pin1
thered-stripedside toPin1
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-pin FLOPPY1)
(see p.11 No. 18)
Note: Make sure the red-striped side of the cable is plugged into Pin1 side of the
connector.
Primary IDE connector
(39-pin IDE1, see p.11 No. 6)
Note: Please refer to the instruction of your IDE device vendor for the details.
Serial ATA2 Connectors These four SerialATA2 (SATA2)
(SATAII_1 (PORT 0.0): connectors support SATA2
see p.11, No. 9) or SATAhard disk for internal
(SATAII_2 (PORT0.1): storage devices. The current
see p.11, No. 5) SATA2 interface allows up to
(SATAII_3 (PORT 1.0): 3.0Gb/s data transfer rate.
see p.11, No. 8)
(SATAII_4 (PORT1.1):
see p.11, No. 7)
connect the black end
to the IDE devices
connect the blue end
to the motherboard
IDE1
PIN1
80-conductorATA66/100/133 cable
SATAII_3 SATAII_1 (PORT 1.0) (PORT 0.0)
SATAII_4 SATAII_2 (PORT 1.1) (PORT 0.1)

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USB 2.0 Headers Besides four default USB 2.0
(9-pin USB6_7) ports on the I/O panel, there are
(see p.11 No. 14) two USB 2.0 headers on this
motherboard. Each USB 2.0
header can support two USB
2.0 ports.
(9-pin USB4_5)
(see p.11 No. 12)
J_SENSE
OUT2_L
1
MIC_RET
PRESENCE#
GND
OUT2_R
MIC2_R
MIC2_L
OUT_RET
Front PanelAudio Header This is an interface for the front
(9-pin HD_AUDIO1) panel audio cable that allows
(see p.11, No. 19) convenientconnectionand
control of audio devices.
USB_PWR
USB_PWR
P+5
P-5
P+4
P-4
GND
GND
DUMMY
1
USB_PWR
USB_PWR
P+7
P-7
P+6
P-6
GND
GND
DUMMY
1
Print Port Header This is an interface for print
(25-pin LPT1) port cable that allows
(see p.11 No. 17) convenient connection of printer
devices.
1
AFD#
ERROR#
PINIT# GND
SLIN#
STB#
SPD0
SPD1
SPD2
SPD3
SPD4
SPD5
SPD6
SPD7
ACK#
BUSY
PE
SLCT
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).
D. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for HD audio panel only. You don’t
need to connect them for AC’97 audio panel.