ASRock A75M manual Introduction, Package Contents

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1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing ASRock A75M motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s commitment 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 ver- sion 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 A75M Motherboard

(Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.5-in, 24.4 cm x 21.6 cm) ASRock A75M Quick Installation Guide

ASRock A75M Support CD

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

1 x I/O Panel Shield

ASRock Reminds You...

To get better performance in Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64 bit, it is recommended to set the BIOS option in Storage Configuration to AHCI mode. For the BIOS setup, please refer to the “User Manual” in our support CD for details.

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Contents A75M Disclaimer Copyright NoticeContents Uefi Setup Utility Introduction Package ContentsSpecifications Bios Feature ConnectorRear Panel I/O USBSupport CD Unique FeatureHardware MonitorPage Page Page ATXPWR1 Motherboard LayoutTable for Audio Output Connection I/O PanelLAN Port LED Indications Page 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 What does an AMD Dual Graphics system include? AMD Dual Graphics Operation GuideEnjoy the benefit of AMD Dual Graphics AMD Vision Engine Control Center 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 CIR sensors in different angles ASRock Smart Remote Installation GuideDescription Jumpers SetupSerial ATA3 Connectors Onboard Headers and ConnectorsInfrared Module Header Reset Reset Switch CPU Fan ConnectorsATX 12V Power Connector ATX Power ConnectorWhat is Hot Plug Function? Serial ATA3 SATA3 Hard Disks InstallationWhat is Hot Swap Function? Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for SATA3 HDDsPoints of attention, before you process the Hot Plug SATA3 HDD Hot Plug Feature and Operation GuideHow to Hot Plug a SATA3 HDD Set up Uefi Driver Installation GuideInstalling Windows XP / XP 64-bit With RAID Functions \ RAID Installation Guide Make a SATA3 Driver Diskette Use RAID Installation Guide to set RAID configurationInstalling Windows XP / XP 64-bit Without RAID Functions Page Uefi Menu Bar Main Screen Navigation KeysTo jump to the Exit Screen or exit the current screen System Time HourMinuteSecondOC Tweaker Screen RAS# to CAS# Delay tRCD Dram Timing Control Power Down EnableCommand Rate CR Write Recovery Time tWRWrite to Read Delay tWTR RAS to RAS Delay tRRDWould you like to save current setting user defaults? Refresh Cyle Time tRFCInstant Flash Advanced ScreenCore C6 Mode CPU ConfigurationPackage C6 Mode Cool ‘n’ QuietPrimary Graphics Adapter North Bridge ConfigurationShare Memory Onboard Hdmi HD AudioSouth Bridge Configuration Sata Mode Storage ConfigurationSata IDE Combined Mode Sata ControllerSuper IO Configuration Acpi Configuration Acpi Hpet table USB 2.0 Controller USB ConfigurationUSB 3.0 Controller Legacy USB SupportHardware Health Event Monitoring Screen CPU Fan 1 SettingChassis Fan 1 Setting Boot Screen Security Screen Exit Screen Support CD Information Install Operating SystemRunning The Support CD Drivers MenuInstalling OS on a HDD Larger Than 2TB