ASRock 960GC-GS FX manual Dram Voltage, Memory Timing, Power Down Enable, Bank Interleaving

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You can set one of the standard values as listed for DDR3 memory mod- ules: [400MHz DDR3_800], [533MHz DDR3_1066], [667MHz DDR3_1333] and [800MHz DDR3_1600].

DRAM Voltage

Use this to select DRAM voltage. The default value is [Auto].

Memory Timing

 

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

 

 

OC Tweaker

 

 

 

Memory Timing

 

 

 

Power Down Enable

[Enabled]

 

 

Bank Interleaving

[Auto]

 

 

Channel Interleaving

[Auto]

 

 

CAS Latency (CL)

[Auto]

 

 

TRCD

[Auto]

 

 

TRP

[Auto]

 

 

TRAS

[Auto]

 

 

Command Rate

[Auto]

 

 

TRC

[Auto]

 

Select Screen

 

Select Item

TWR

[Auto]

 

+-

Change Option

TRFC

[Auto]

F1

General Help

TRRD

[Auto]

F9

Load Defaults

TWTR

[Auto]

TRTP

[Auto]

F10

Save and Exit

ESC

Exit

 

 

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Power Down Enable

Use this item to enable or disable DDR power down mode.

Bank Interleaving

Interleaving allows memory accesses to be spread out over banks on the same node, or accross nodes, decreasing access contention.

Channel Interleaving

It allows you to enable Channel Memory Interleaving. The default value for DDR2 is [Hash 1]. The default value for DDR3 is [Hash 2].

CAS Latency (CL)

Use this item to adjust the means of memory accessing. The default value is [Auto].

TRCD

Use this to adjust TRCD values. The default value is [Auto].

TRP

Use this to adjust TRP values. The default value is [Auto].

TRAS

Use this to adjust TRAS values. The default value is [Auto].

Command Rate

Use this item to change Command Rate Auto/Manual setting. Min: 1N.

Max: 2N. The default is [Auto].

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Contents 960GC-GS FX Copyright Notice DisclaimerContents Bios Setup Utility Package Contents IntroductionSpecifications Connector Bios FeatureRear Panel I/O StorageCertifications FCC, CE, WhqlUnique Features ASRock Instant BootASRock OC Tuner ASRock Intelligent Energy SaverASRock OC DNA ASRock APP ChargerASRock XFast USB ASRock XFast LANASRock XFast RAM ASRock X-BoostMotherboard Layout ATXPWR1I/O Panel LAN Port LED IndicationsInstallation Pre-installation PrecautionsCPU Installation Installation of CPU Fan and HeatsinkInstallation of Memory Modules Dimm DDR3A1 DDR3B1Installing a Dimm Installing an expansion card Expansion Slots PCI and PCI Express SlotsPcie Slots Multi Monitor Feature For Windows XP / XP 64-bit OSPage Jumpers Setup DescriptionOnboard Headers and Connectors Data transfer rateSerial ATA Sata Data Cable Several system front panel Chassis Speaker Header Please connect the chassis ATX Power Connector Please connect an ATX power supply to this connectorSerial ATA2 SATA2 Hard Disks Installation What is Hot Plug Function?What is Hot Swap Function? Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for Serial ATA2 SATA2 HDDsDriver Installation Guide Installing Windows XP / XP 64-bit With RAID FunctionsSet up Bios Make a Sata / SATA2 Driver DisketteUse RAID Installation Guide to set RAID configuration Installing Windows XP / XP 64-bit Without RAID Functions Untied Overclocking Technology Bios Menu Bar IntroductionNavigation Keys Main ScreenTo jump to the Exit Screen or exit the current screen System Time HourMinuteSecondOC Tweaker Screen Memory Configuration Memory Clock North Bridge Maximum FrequencyProcessor Maximum Voltage Multiplier/Voltage ChangePower Down Enable Command RateDram Voltage Memory TimingChipset Settings NB Voltage Would you like to save current setting user defaults?SB Voltage +1.8V VoltageCPU Configuration Advanced ScreenInstant Flash CPU Configuration Cool ‘n’ QuietSecure Virtual Machine Enhance Halt State C1EChipset Configuration Onboard HD AudioFront Panel Onboard LanAcpi Configuration Acpi Hpet table Storage Configuration Sata Operation ModeSata IDE Combined Mode Onboard Sata Controller EnabledPCIPnP Configuration PCI Latency TimerLatency Timer PCI IDE BusMasterFloppy Configuration Floppy a DisabledSuper IO Configuration OnBoard Floppy ControllerSerial Port Address Infrared PortUSB Configuration CPU Fan Setting Chassis Fan 1 SettingCase Open Feature Hardware Health Event Monitoring ScreenBoot Screen Boot Settings ConfigurationChange Supervisor Password Security ScreenExit Screen Install Operating System Support CD InformationRunning The Support CD Drivers Menu
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960GC-GS FX specifications

The ASRock 960GC-GS FX is a notable motherboard designed primarily for AMD processors, offering a solid foundation for building a reliable and cost-effective desktop PC. This motherboard is particularly appealing to users who are looking for a budget-friendly option without sacrificing essential features and performance.

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For memory, the motherboard supports up to 32GB of DDR3 RAM across four DIMM slots, with speeds of up to 1866 MHz (OC). This capability maximizes memory bandwidth, enhancing performance in memory-intensive applications and tasks. Additionally, the motherboard includes USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports, allowing for rapid data transfer rates and peripheral connectivity.

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