Acpi Configuration | ASRock 960GC-GS FX instruction

3.4.3 ACPI Configuration

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

Advanced

ACPI Settings

Suspend To RAM	[Auto]
Check Ready Bit	[Auto]
Away Mode Support	[Disabled]
Restore on AC / Power Loss	[Power Off]
Ring-In Power On	[Disabled]
PCI Devices Power On	[Disabled]
PS / 2 Keyboard Power On	[Disabled]
RTC Alarm Power On	[By OS]
ACPI HPET Table	[Enabled]

Select auto-detect or disable the STR feature.

Select Screen

Select Item

+- Change Option

F1 General Help

F9 Load Defaults

F10 Save and Exit ESC Exit

Suspend to RAM

Use this item to select whether to auto-detect or disable the Suspend-to- RAM feature. Select [Auto] will enable this feature if the OS supports it.

Check Ready Bit

Use this item to enable or disable the feature Check Ready Bit.

Away Mode Support

Use this item to enable or disable Away Mode support under Windows® XP Media Center OS. The default value is [Disabled].

Restore on AC/Power Loss

This allows you to set the power state after an unexpected AC/power loss. If [Power Off] is selected, the AC/power remains off when the power re- covers. If [Power On] is selected, the AC/power resumes and the system starts to boot up when the power recovers.

Ring-In Power On

Use this item to enable or disable Ring-In signals to turn on the system from the power-soft-off mode.

PCI Devices Power On

Use this item to enable or disable PCI devices to turn on the system from the power-soft-off mode.

PS/2 Keyboard Power On

Use this item to enable or disable PS/2 keyboard to turn on the system from the power-soft-off mode.

RTC Alarm Power On

Use this item to enable or disable RTC (Real Time Clock) to power on the system.

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.

One of the standout characteristics of the ASRock 960GC-GS FX is its compatibility with AMD's AM3+ and AM3 processors, catering to a wide range of users looking to harness the power of AMD's FX lineup. The motherboard supports multi-core processors, which allows for efficient multitasking and improved overall system responsiveness.

The ASRock 960GC-GS FX incorporates the NVIDIA GeForce 7025 and the nForce 630a chipset, ensuring robust performance and stability. It features a standard ATX form factor, which enables it to fit into a variety of PC cases, providing flexibility for users during their build process.

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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The motherboard also features a range of onboard connectors, including a PS/2 port, serial port, and multiple video outputs such as VGA and HDMI, providing compatibility with various display options. Another significant feature is the motherboard's solid-state capacitors, which contribute to improved stability and longevity.

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