ASRock 960GM-S3 FX manual Introduction, Package Contents

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1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s com- mitment 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 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

1 . 1 Package Contents

ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX Motherboard

(Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.2-in, 24.4 cm x 18.3 cm) ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX Quick Installation Guide ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX Support CD

2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional)

1 x I/O Panel Shield

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Contents 960GM-GS3 FX 960GM-S3 FX Disclaimer Copyright NoticeContents Bios Setup Utility Introduction Package ContentsSpecifications Bios Feature ConnectorUnique Feature Rear Panel I/OCertifications HardwareMonitor Page Page Motherboard Layout 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX LAN Port LED Indications I/O Panel 960GM-GS3 FXI/O Panel 960GM-S3 FX Pre-installation Precautions InstallationInstallation of CPU Fan and Heatsink CPU InstallationInstalling a Dimm Installation of Memory Modules DimmPcie slots Installing an expansion cardExpansion Slots PCI and PCI Express Slots For Windows XP / XP 64-bit OS Multi Monitor FeatureFor Windows 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS PS2USBPW1 Jumpers SetupIDE1 Onboard Headers and ConnectorsUSB 2.0 Headers CPU Fan Connector ATX 12V Power Connector Western Digital Sataii Hard Disk Setup GuideHot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for Sata / Sataii HDDs What is Hot Plug Function?What is Hot Swap Function? Points of attention, before you process the Hot Plug Sata / Sataii HDD Hot Plug Feature and Operation GuideHow to Hot Unplug a Sata / Sataii HDD How to Hot Plug a Sata / Sataii HDDInstalling Windows XP / XP 64-bit With RAID Functions Driver Installation GuideSet up Bios Make a Sata / Sataii Driver DisketteUse RAID Installation Guide to set RAID configuration Installing Windows XP / XP 64-bit Without RAID Functions Install Windows XP / XP 64-bit OS on your system Untied Overclocking Technology Bios Menu Bar Main Screen Navigation KeysLoad Optimized CPU OC Setting Press Enter EZ Overclocking Load Optimized CPU OC SettingOC Tweaker Screen 960GM-S3 FXCPU Configuration Overclock Mode Load Optimized mGPU OC SettingBoot Failure Guard Boot Failure Guard CountMultiplier/Voltage Change Memory Configuration Memory ClockCPU Frequency Multiplier Processor VoltageCommand Rate Power Down EnableMemory Timing Bank InterleavingWould you like to save current setting user defaults? Chipset Settings Onboard GPU Clock OverrideOnboard GPU Clock MGPU VoltageASRock Instant Flash CPU ConfigurationAdvanced Screen Cool n Quiet Enabled CPU ConfigurationCool ‘n’ Quiet Secure Virtual MachineChipset Configuration Acpi Configuration Sata Operation Mode Storage ConfigurationIDE Device Configuration Onboard Sata Controller EnabledPIO Mode LBA/Large ModeDMA Mode Block Multi-Sector TransferPCI Latency Timer PCIPnP ConfigurationLatency Timer PCI IDE BusMasterSuper IO Configuration Floppy ConfigurationOnBoard Floppy Controller Serial Port AddressECP Mode DMA Channel Parallel Port ModeEPP Version Parallel Port IRQUSB Configuration Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen CPU Fan SettingChassis Fan 1 Setting AddOn ROM Display Boot ScreenFull Screen Logo Boot From Onboard LAN Boot LogoBoot Up Num-Lock Change Supervisor PasswordExit Screen Support CD Information Install Operating SystemRunning The Support CD Drivers Menu
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