ASRock 890GMH/USB3 manual Introduction, Package Contents

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1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing ASRock 890GMH/USB3 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 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 890GMH/USB3 Motherboard

(Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 9.0-in, 24.4 cm x 22.9 cm) ASRock 890GMH/USB3 Quick Installation Guide

ASRock 890GMH/USB3 Support CD

1 x Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable (80-conductor)

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

1 x I/O Panel Shield

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Contents 890GMH/USB3 CALIFORNIA, USA only Copyright NoticeDisclaimer Contents Software Support Bios Setup UtilityIntroduction Package ContentsCPU SpecificationsLAN Support CD Unique FeatureHardware MonitorPage Page Page DX10.1 Motherboard LayoutTable for Audio Output Connection I/O PanelLAN Port LED Indications Pre-installation Precautions InstallationInstallation of CPU Fan and Heatsink CPU InstallationDual Channel Memory Configurations Installation of Memory Modules DimmNotch break Break Installing a DimmPcie Slots Installing an expansion cardExpansion Slots PCI and PCI Express Slots Dual Monitor Feature Dual Monitor and Surround Display FeaturesFor Windows XP / XP 64-bit OS Surround Display FeatureHdcp Function What is HDCP?For Windows 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS What does an Atitm Hybrid CrossFireXTM system include? Atitm Hybrid CrossFireXTM Operation GuideEnjoy the benefit of Atitm Hybrid CrossFireXTM View CrossFire TM Enable CrossFire TM PS2USBPW1 Jumpers SetupIDE1 Onboard Headers and ConnectorsInfrared Module Header Supply to this connector CPU Fan ConnectorATX 12V Power Connector Please connect an ATX Western Digital Sataii Hard Disk Setup GuideSamsung HitachiPage Hot 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 ESC Navigation KeysMain Screen OC Tweaker Screen Boot Failure Guard Count Boot Failure GuardSpread Spectrum Advanced Clock CalibrationCPU Frequency Multiplier Memory Configuration Memory ClockCPU Voltage NB Frequency MultiplierTRP TrcdTras TrtpTwtr TrrdTWR TRCCHA CS/ODT Delay CHA ADDR/CMD SetupCHA CS/ODT Setup CHB ADDR/CMD DelayCHB CKE Drive CHA Processor ODTCHB CS/ODT Drive CHB ADDR/CMD DriveWould 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 CPU ConfigurationSecure Virtual Machine Enhance Halt StateChipset Configuration Acpi Configuration Sata Operation Mode Storage ConfigurationIDE Device Configuration Onboard Sata Controller EnabledType Floppy Configuration PCIPnP ConfigurationPCI Latency Timer PCI IDE BusMasterOnBoard Floppy Controller Super IO ConfigurationSerial Port Address Infrared Port AddressUSB Controller USB ConfigurationUSB 2.0 Support Legacy USB SupportHardware Health Event Monitoring Screen Target CPU TemperatureCPU Quiet Fan Target Fan SpeedAddOn 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