ASRock 960GM-VGS3 FX manual Software Support, Install Operating System, Support CD Information

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4. Software Support

4. Software Support

4.1 Install Operating System

This motherboard supports various Microsoft® Windows® operating systems: 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit / XP / XP Media Center / XP 64-bit. Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup procedures in this chapter for general reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for more information.

4.2 Support CD Information

The Support CD that came with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that enhance the motherboard features.

4.2.1 Running The Support CD

To begin using the support CD, insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD automatically displays the Main Menu if “AUTORUN” is enabled in your com- puter. If the Main Menu did not appear automatically, locate and double click on the file “ASSETUP.EXE” from the BIN folder in the Support CD to display the menus.

4.2.2 Drivers Menu

The Drivers Menu shows the available devices drivers if the system detects the installed devices. Please install the necessary drivers to activate the devices.

4.2.3 Utilities Menu

The Utilities Menu shows the applications software that the motherboard sup- ports. Click on a specific item then follow the installation wizard to install it.

4.2.4 Contact Information

If you need to contact ASRock or want to know more about ASRock, welcome to visit ASRock’s website at http://www.asrock.com; or you may contact your dealer for further information.

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Contents User Manual 960GM-VGS3 FX 960GM-VS3 FXCALIFORNIA, USA ONLY Copyright NoticeDisclaimer Introduction ContentsInstallation 4. Software Support 3. BIOS SETUP UTILITYASRock Reminds You 1.1 Package Contents1. Introduction Platform 1.2 SpecificationsChipset MemoryBIOS Feature ConnectorSupport CD HardwarePage ASRock Instant Boot 1.3 Unique FeaturesASRock OC Tuner ASRock Intelligent Energy SaverASRock APP Charger ASRock OC DNAASRock XFast USB ASRock XFast LANASRock X-Boost ASRock XFast RAMATXPWR1 1.4 Motherboard Layout 960GM-VGS3 FX / 960GM-VS3 FXSB710 SOCKET AM3bLAN Port LED Indications 1.5 I/O Panel 960GM-VGS3 FX1.6 I/O Panel 960GM-VS3 FX Pre-installation Precautions 2. Installation2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink 2.1 CPU InstallationInstalling a DIMM 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules DIMM2.4 Expansion Slots PCI and PCI Express Slots Installing an expansion cardFor Windows XP / XP 64-bit OS 2.5 Multi Monitor FeatureFor Windows 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS Description 2.6 Jumpers Setup2.7 Onboard Headers and Connectors RESET Reset Switch PWRBTN Power SwitchPLED System Power LED This header accommodatesto the fan connector and Chassis Fan Connectormatch the black wire to the CPU Fan ConnectorATX 12V Power Connector What is Hot Plug Function? 2.8 Serial ATA2 SATA2 Hard Disks InstallationWhat is Hot Swap Function? 2.9 Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for Serial ATA2 SATA2 HDDsPoints of attention, before you process the Hot Plug 2.10 SATA2 HDD Hot Plug Feature and Operation GuideHow to Hot Unplug a SATA2 HDD How to Hot Plug a SATA2 HDD2.12.1 Installing Windows XP / XP 64-bit With RAID Functions 2.11 Driver Installation GuideSTEP 1 Set up BIOS STEP 2 Make a SATA / SATA2 Driver Diskette\ RAID Installation Guide STEP 3 Use “RAID Installation Guide” to set RAID configurationSTEP 4 Install Windows XP / XP 64-bit OS on your system STEP 2 Use “RAID Installation Guide” to set RAID configurationUsing SATA / SATA2 HDDs with NCQ and Hot Plug functions AHCI mode 2.13.1 Installing Windows XP / XP 64-bit Without RAID FunctionsSTEP 2 Install Windows XP / XP 64-bit OS on your system Using SATA / SATA2 HDDs without NCQ and Hot Plug functions IDE mode2.14 Untied Overclocking Technology 3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar 3. BIOS SETUP UTILITYBoot 3.1 IntroductionTo save changes and exit the BIOS SETUP UTILITY To load optimal default values for all the settings3.1.2 Navigation Keys 3.2 Main Screen960GM-VS3 FX Boot Failure Guard CPU Configuration Overclock ModeBoot Failure Guard Count 3.3 OC Tweaker ScreenNorth Bridge Maximum Frequency Processor Maximum FrequencyProcessor Maximum Voltage Multiplier/Voltage ChangePower Down Enable Memory Configuration Memory ClockDRAM Frequency Memory TimingChipset Settings Onboard GPU Clock Override Command RateWould you like to save current setting user defaults? TRFCInstant Flash 3.4 Advanced ScreenCool ‘n’ Quiet 3.4.1 CPU ConfigurationSecure Virtual Machine Enhance Halt State C1EOnboard HD Audio 3.4.2 Chipset ConfigurationFront Panel Onboard LanRestore on AC/Power Loss 3.4.3 ACPI ConfigurationRing-In Power On PCI Devices Power OnACPI HPET table Onboard SATA Controller 3.4.4 Storage ConfigurationSATA Operation Mode SATA IDE Combined ModePCI IDE BusMaster 3.4.5 PCIPnP ConfigurationPCI Latency Timer Serial Port Address 3.4.6 Super IO ConfigurationInfrared Port Infrared Port AddressUSB Keyboard/Remote Power On 3.4.7 USB ConfigurationUSB Mouse Power On USB ControllerChassis Fan 1 Setting CPU Fan SettingCase Open Feature 3.5 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen3.6.1 Boot Settings Configuration 3.6 Boot ScreenBoot From Onboard LAN Bootup Num-LockChange Supervisor Password 3.7 Security ScreenSecurity Settings Load Performance Setup Default Load BIOS DefaultsLoad Power Saving Setup Default 3.8 Exit Screen4. Software Support 4.1 Install Operating System4.2 Support CD Information 4.2.1 Running The Support CD

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