ASRock 960GC-GS FX North Bridge Maximum Frequency, Processor Maximum Voltage, Processor Voltage

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North Bridge Maximum Frequency

It will display North Bridge Maximum Frequency for reference.

Processor Maximum Voltage

It will display Processor Maximum Voltage for reference.

Multiplier/Voltage Change

This item is set to [Auto] by default. If it is set to [Manual], you may adjust the value of Processor Frequency and Processor Voltage. However, it is recommended to keep the default value for system stability.

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Main OC Tweaker Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit

CPU Configuration

Overclock Mode

[Auto]

CPU Frequency (MHz)

[400]

 

PCIE Frequency (MHz)

[100]

 

Spread Spectrum

[Auto]

Boot Failure Guard

[Enabled]

Boot Failure Guard Count

[3]

 

Advanced Clock Calibration

[Disabled]

Processor Maximum Frequency

x31.5 6300 MHZ

North Bridge Maximum Frequency

x31.0 6200 MHz

Processor Maximum Voltage

1.5500 V

Multiplier/Voltage Change

[Manual]

HT Bus Speed

[Auto]

HT Bus Width

[Auto]

Memory Configuration

 

 

 

 

 

Memory Clock

[Auto]

Overclocking may cause damage to your CPU and motherboard.

It should be done at your own risk and expense.

 

Select Screen

 

Select Item

Enter

Go to Sub Screen

F1

General Help

F9

Load Defaults

F10

Save and Exit

ESC

Exit

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CPU Frequency Multiplier

For safety and system stability, it is not recommended to adjust the value of this item.

Processor Voltage

It allows you to adjust the value of processor voltage. However, for safety and system stability, it is not recommended to adjust the value of this item.

NB Frequency Multiplier

For safety and system stability, it is not recommended to adjust the value of this item.

HT Bus Speed

This feature allows you selecting Hyper-Transport bus speed.

HT Bus Width

This feature allows you selecting Hyper-Transport bus width.

Memory Configuration

Memory Clock

This item can be set by the code using [Auto]. You can set one of the stan- dard values as listed for DDR2 memory modules: [200MHz DDR2_400], [266MHz DDR2_533], [333MHz DDR2_667] and [400MHz DDR2_800]. If you adopt Phenom CPU, there is one more option: [533MHz DDR2_1066].

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Contents 960GC-GS FX Disclaimer Copyright NoticeContents Bios Setup Utility Introduction Package ContentsSpecifications Storage ConnectorBios Feature Rear Panel I/OFCC, CE, Whql CertificationsASRock Intelligent Energy Saver Unique FeaturesASRock Instant Boot ASRock OC TunerASRock XFast LAN ASRock OC DNAASRock APP Charger ASRock XFast USBASRock X-Boost ASRock XFast RAMATXPWR1 Motherboard LayoutLAN Port LED Indications I/O PanelPre-installation Precautions InstallationInstallation of CPU Fan and Heatsink CPU InstallationDDR3A1 DDR3B1 Installation of Memory Modules DimmInstalling a Dimm Pcie Slots Installing an expansion cardExpansion Slots PCI and PCI Express Slots For Windows XP / XP 64-bit OS Multi Monitor FeaturePage Description Jumpers SetupData transfer rate Onboard Headers and ConnectorsSerial ATA Sata Data Cable Several system front panel Chassis Speaker Header Please connect the chassis Please connect an ATX power supply to this connector ATX Power ConnectorHot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for Serial ATA2 SATA2 HDDs Serial ATA2 SATA2 Hard Disks InstallationWhat is Hot Plug Function? What is Hot Swap Function?Make a Sata / SATA2 Driver Diskette Driver Installation GuideInstalling Windows XP / XP 64-bit With RAID Functions Set up BiosUse RAID Installation Guide to set RAID configuration Installing Windows XP / XP 64-bit Without RAID Functions Untied Overclocking Technology Introduction Bios Menu BarSystem Time HourMinuteSecond Navigation KeysMain Screen To jump to the Exit Screen or exit the current screenOC Tweaker Screen Multiplier/Voltage Change Memory Configuration Memory ClockNorth Bridge Maximum Frequency Processor Maximum VoltageMemory Timing Power Down EnableCommand Rate Dram Voltage+1.8V Voltage Chipset Settings NB VoltageWould you like to save current setting user defaults? SB VoltageInstant Flash CPU ConfigurationAdvanced Screen Enhance Halt State C1E CPU ConfigurationCool ‘n’ Quiet Secure Virtual MachineOnboard Lan Chipset ConfigurationOnboard HD Audio Front PanelAcpi Configuration Acpi Hpet table Onboard Sata Controller Enabled Storage ConfigurationSata Operation Mode Sata IDE Combined ModePCI IDE BusMaster PCIPnP ConfigurationPCI Latency Timer Latency TimerFloppy a Disabled Floppy ConfigurationInfrared Port Super IO ConfigurationOnBoard Floppy Controller Serial Port AddressUSB Configuration Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen CPU Fan SettingChassis Fan 1 Setting Case Open FeatureBoot Settings Configuration Boot ScreenSecurity Screen Change Supervisor PasswordExit Screen Drivers Menu Install Operating SystemSupport CD Information Running The Support CD
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960GC-GS FX specifications

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