ASRock 970 Extreme4 manual

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CAUTION!

1.ASRock UCC (Unlock CPU Core) feature simplifies AMD CPU activa- tion. As long as a simple switch of the UEFI 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 performance 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.

2.This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Please read “Untied Overclocking Technology” on page 47 for details.

3.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 17 for proper installation.

4.Whether 2100/1866/1800/1600MHz memory speed is supported de- pends on the AM3/AM3+ CPU you adopt. If you want to adopt DDR3 2100/1866/1800/1600 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

5.Due to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may be less than 4GB for the reservation for system usage under Windows® 7 / VistaTM / XP. For Windows® 64-bit OS with 64-bit CPU, there is no such limitation.

6.For microphone input, this motherboard supports both stereo and mono modes. For audio output, this motherboard supports 2-channel, 4-chan- nel, 6-channel, and 8-channel modes. Please check the table on page 13 for proper connection.

7.Users need to choose computer chassis which has USB3.0 connectors to enjoy the Front USB3.0 feature.

8.ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU) is an all-in-one tool to ne-tune different system functions in a user-friendly interface, which is including Hardware Monitor, Fan Control, Overclocking, OC DNA and IES. In Hard- ware Monitor, it shows the major readings of your system. In Fan Control, it shows the fan speed and temperature for you to adjust. In Overclock- ing, you are allowed to overclock CPU frequency for optimal system performance. In OC DNA, you can save your OC settings as a profile and share with your friends. Your friends then can load the OC profile to their own system to get the same OC settings. In IES (Intelligent Energy Saver), the voltage regulator can reduce the number of output phases to improve efficiency when the CPU cores are idle without sacrificing com- puting performance. Please visit our website for the operation procedures of ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU).

ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com

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Contents Extreme4 Disclaimer Copyright NoticeContents Uefi Menu Bar Install Operating SystemCPU Conf guration Super IO Conf guration Acpi Conf guration USB Conf gurationIntroduction Package ContentsSpecifications Smart Switch ConnectorBios Feature Rear Panel I/OSupport CD Unique FeatureHardware MonitorPage Page Page Socket Motherboard LayoutI/O Panel LAN Port LED IndicationsTable for Audio Output Connection Pri Pre-installation Precautions InstallationCPU Installation Installation of CPU Fan and HeatsinkTo indicate that it is locked Installation of Memory Modules Dimm Dual Channel Memory ConfigurationsBlue Slot Installing a Dimm Installing an expansion card Expansion Slots PCI and PCI Express SlotsPcie Slots Requirements Slitm Operation GuideDriver Installation and Setup Double-click Nvidia Settings icon on your Windows taskbarFor Windows XP / XP 64-bit OS For Windows VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit OS Select Nvidia Control Panel tabSelect Control Panel tab Page CrossFire Bridge Installing Three CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards CrossFireTM Bridge Install the required drivers to your system For Windows XP OSFor Windows 7 / VistaTM OS \ Surround Display Information Surround Display FeatureCIR sensors in different angles ASRock Smart Remote Installation GuideJumpers Setup Jumper SettingClear Cmos Jumper Serial ATA3 Connectors Onboard Headers and ConnectorsUSB 2.0 Headers Are three USB 2.0 headers onOptional wireless transmitting USB 3.0 Header Besides two default USBOne USB 3.0 header on this Motherboard. This USBSystem Panel Header Several system front panelFunctions Power LED to this header to Power LED Header Please connect the chassisIndicate system power status Power offSupply to this connector ATX Power Connector Please connect an ATX powerATX 12V Power Connector Ieee 1394 Header Besides one default IeeeSmart Switches Status Code Description 12 Dr. DebugPage Page Page What is Hot Plug Function? Serial ATA3 SATA3 Hard Disks InstallationWhat is Hot Swap Function? Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for SATA3 HDDsPoints of attention, before you process the Hot Plug SATA3 HDD Hot Plug Feature and Operation GuideHow to Hot Plug a SATA3 HDD Driver Installation Guide Installing Windows XP / XP 64-bit With RAID FunctionsSet up Uefi \ RAID Installation Guide Use RAID Installation Guide to set RAID configurationInstalling Windows XP / XP 64-bit Without RAID Functions Untied Overclocking Technology Introduction Uefi Menu BarOperating System Main Screen Navigation KeysTo jump to the Exit Screen or exit the current screen System Time HourMinuteSecondOC Tweaker Screen Multiplier/Voltage Change Dram Timing Control Power Down EnableHT Bus Speed HT Bus WidthCommand Rate CR RAS# to CAS# Delay tRCDWrite Recovery Time tWR RAS to RAS Delay tRRDNB Voltage Would you like to save current setting user defaults?HT Voltage CPU Vdda VoltageInstant Flash Advanced ScreenCool ‘n’ Quiet CPU ConfigurationSecure Virtual Machine Enhance Halt State C1EPrimary Graphics Adapter North Bridge ConfigurationSouth Bridge Configuration Sata Mode Storage ConfigurationSata IDE Combined Mode Sata ControllerSerial Port Super IO ConfigurationSerial Port Address Infrared PortAcpi Configuration Acpi Hpet table USB Mouse Power OnUSB 2.0 Controller USB ConfigurationUSB 3.0 Controller Legacy USB SupportChassis Fan 1 Setting CPU Fan 1 & 2 SettingChassis Fan 2 Setting Chassis Fan 3 SettingBoot Screen Security Screen Exit Screen Support CD Information Install Operating SystemRunning The Support CD Drivers MenuInstalling OS on a HDD Larger Than 2TB