ASRock H61M-VS3 manual Introduction, Package Contents

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Chapter 1: Introduction

Thank you for purchasing ASRock H61M-VG3 /H61M-VS3motherboard, a reli- able motherboard produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It delivers 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 no- tice. 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 H61M-VG3 /H61M-VS3Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) ASRock H61M-VG3 /H61M-VS3Quick Installation Guide

ASRock H61M-VG3 / H61M-VS3 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® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit, it is recommended to set the BIOS option in Storage Con- figuration to AHCI mode.

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Contents H61M-VG3 H61M-VS3 Disclaimer Copyright NoticeContents Uefi Setup Utility Introduction Package ContentsSpecifications Audio ConnectorRear Panel I/O Support CDFCC, CE, Whql CertificationsASRock Extreme Tuning Utility Axtu Unique FeaturesASRock Instant Boot ASRock Instant FlashASRock XFast USB ASRock APP ChargerASRock XFast LAN ASRock XFast RAMASRock Fast Boot ASRock Crashless BiosASRock OMG Online Management Guard ASRock Internet FlashASRock Good Night LED ASRock Restart to UefiH61 Motherboard Layout H61M-VG3 / H61M-VS3LAN Port LED Indications I/O Panel H61M-VG3Off 10Mbps connection I/O Panel H61M-VS3Screw Holes Pre-installation PrecautionsCPU Installation Page Align fasteners with the motherboard through- holes Installation of CPU Fan and HeatsinkInstalling a Dimm Installation of Memory Modules DimmPcie slots Installing an expansion cardExpansion Slots PCI Express Slots For Windows XP / XP 64-bit OS Multi Monitor FeaturePage Description Jumpers SetupOnboard Headers and Connectors Front Panel Audio Header Power LED Header Please connect an ATX power supply to this connector ATX Power ConnectorHot Plug Function for Sata / SATA2 HDDs Serial ATA Sata / Serial ATA2 SATA2 Hard Disks InstallationWhat is Hot Plug Function? Points of attention, before you process the Hot Plug Sata / SATA2 HDD Hot Plug Feature and Operation GuideHow to Hot Unplug a Sata / SATA2 HDD How to Hot Plug a Sata / SATA2 HDDUsing Sata / SATA2 HDDs with NCQ function Set Up Uefi Driver Installation GuideInstalling Windows XP / XP 64-bit Without RAID Functions Using Sata / SATA2 HDDs without NCQ function Set up Uefi Install Windows XP / XP 64-bit OS on your systemASRock XFast ASRock XFast RAM XFast RAM Settings Page ASRock XFast LAN No arrow = off ASRock XFast LAN UI OverviewArrow down = currently Close Windows Window settingsTraffic Shaping CFos Speed TestAdding a new application and changing its priority ASRock XFast USB ASRock XFast USB UI Overview Uefi Menu Bar IntroductionMain Screen Navigation KeysNavigation Keys + / Tab Enter Pgup Pgdn Home F10 F12H61M-VS3 OC Tweaker Screen Dram Timing Configuration Load XMP Setting Short Duration Power LimitDram Configuration Dram tCL Primary Plane Current LimitDram tRP Command Rate CRDram tRAS Dram tWRVoltage Configuration Dram Voltage MRC Fast BootAdvanced Screen CPU Configuration Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch Intel Virtualization TechnologyHardware Prefetcher North Bridge Configuration South Bridge Configuration Sata Mode Selection Storage ConfigurationSata Aggressive Link Power Management Sata ControllersIntelR Rapid Start Technology IntelR Rapid Start TechnologyEntry After Active Page Threshold SupportIntelR Smart Connect Technology IntelR Smart Connect TechnologyAcpi Configuration Legacy USB Support USB ConfigurationUSB 2.0 Controller Tool Uefi Update Utility Instant FlashOMGOnline Management Guard Internet FlashDehumidifier CPU Fan Setting Network Configuration Internet SettingWould you like to save current setting user defaults? Uefi Download ServerCase Open Feature CPU Fan SettingHardware Health Event Monitoring Screen Clear StatusFast Boot Boot ScreenBoot From Onboard LAN Setup Prompt TimeoutBoot Failure Guard Count Boot Failure GuardFull Screen Logo AddOn ROM DisplaySecurity Screen Secure BootExit Screen Support CD Information Install Operating SystemRunning The Support CD Drivers MenuInstalling OS on a HDD Larger Than 2TB