ASRock X79 Extreme4-M manual Introduction, Package Contents

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Chapter 1: Introduction

Thank you for purchasing ASRock X79 Extreme4-Mmotherboard, a reliable moth- erboard 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 contains introduction of the motherboard and step- by-step guide to the hardware installation. Chapter 3 and 4 contains 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 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 X79 Extreme4-MMotherboard

(Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 9.6-in, 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm) ASRock X79 Extreme4-MQuick Installation Guide

ASRock X79 Extreme4-MSupport CD

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

1 x I/O Panel Shield

1 x ASRock SLI_Bridge Card

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 X79 Extreme4-M Disclaimer Copyright NoticeContents Introduction Uefi Menu Bar Uefi Setup UtilityIntroduction Package ContentsSpecifications Smart Switch ConnectorBios Feature USB3.0Support CD Unique FeatureHardware MonitorPage Page Page Motherboard Layout LAN Port LED Indications I/O PanelOff No Link Blinking LinkPage Screw Holes Pre-installation PrecautionsCPU Installation Locate Pin1 and the two orientation key notches With fan operation or contact other components Installation of CPU Fan and HeatsinkInstalling a Dimm Installation of Memory Modules DimmExpansion Slots PCI and PCI Express Slots Installing an expansion cardRequirements Slitm and Quad Slitm Operation GuideASRock SLIBridge Card Double-click Nvidia Settings icon on your Windows taskbar Driver Installation and SetupFor Windows XP / XP 64-bit OS For Slitm mode only Select Control Panel tab Select Nvidia Control Panel tabCrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics CardsCrossFire Bridge For Windows 7 / VistaTM OS Install the required drivers to your systemFor Windows XP OS \ Surround Display Information Surround Display FeatureCIR sensors in different angles ASRock Smart Remote Installation GuideASRock XFast Charger Operation Guide Clear Cmos Jumper Jumpers SetupDescription Serial Ataii Connectors Onboard Headers and ConnectorsSerial ATA3 Connectors Serial ATA Sata Data CableOptional wireless transmitting USB 3.0 Header Besides two default USBPorts on the I/O panel, there is One USB 3.0 header on thisPower LED to this header to Power LED Header Please connect the chassisIndicate system power status Power offSupply to this connector ATX Power ConnectorATX 12V Power Connector Smart Switches Status Code Description 15 Dr. DebugPage Page Page Serial ATA3 SATA3 Hard Disks Installation What is Hot Swap Function? What is Hot Plug Function?Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for Sata / Sataii HDDs Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for SATA3 HDDsPoints of attention, before you process the Hot Plug Points of attention, before you process the Hot Unplug Points of attention, before you process the Hot PlugUse RAID Installation Guide to set RAID configuration Driver Installation GuideSet up Uefi Install Windows XP / XP 64-bit OS on your system Installing Windows XP / XP 64-bit Without RAID FunctionsUntied Overclocking Technology Uefi Menu Bar IntroductionMain Screen Navigation KeysNavigation Keys F10OC Tweaker Screen Dram Timing Control Load XMP Setting Turbo Boost Power LimitCore Current Limit Additional Turbo VoltageDram Power Down Mode Command Rate CRDram tRP Dram tRASMemory Power Savings Mode Phase SheddingMemory Test When Fast Boot Memory Fast BootUser Default Load Power Saving ModeVoltage Control CPU Core Voltage CPU Load-Line CalibrationInstant Flash Advanced ScreenSystem Browser CPU Configuration Enhance Halt State C1E CPU Thermal ThrottlingCPU C3 State Support CPU C6 State SupportNorth Bridge Configuration South Bridge Configuration Storage Configuration Use this item to enable or disable the onboard serial port Super IO ConfigurationSerial Port Serial Port AddressAcpi Configuration USB 2.0 Controller USB ConfigurationUSB 3.0 Controller Legacy USB SupportME Subsystem Intel ME Subsystem Configuration ME VersionHardware Health Event Monitoring Screen Boot Screen Security Screen Exit Screen Software Support Installing OS on a HDD Larger Than 2TB in Ahci Mode Copy Intel RAID drivers into a USB flash disk Installing OS on a HDD Larger Than 2TB in RAID ModeWindows VistaTM 64-bit Page Windows 7 64-bit