savings. The default value is [Auto]. Configuration options: [Auto], [Enabled] and [Disabled]. If you install Windows® XP and select [Auto], you need to set the “Power Schemes” as “Portable/Laptop” to enable this function. If you install Windows® VistaTM and want to enable this function, please set this item to [Enabled]. This item will be hidden if the current CPU does not support Intel

(R) SpeedStep(tm) tech..

Please note that enabling this function may reduce CPU voltage and lead to system stability or compatibility issue with some power supplies. Please set this item to [Disable] if above issue occurs.

3.3.2 Chipset Configuration

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

 

 

Advanced

 

 

 

Chipset Configuration

 

 

 

Memory Remap Feature

[Disabled]

ENABLE: Allow

remapping of

DRAM Frequency

[Auto]

overlapped PCI memory

Flexibility Option

[Disabled]

above the total

DRAM CAS# Latency

[Auto]

physical memory.

DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay

[Auto]

 

 

DRAM RAS# Precharge

[Auto]

DISABLE: Do not allow

DRAM RAS# Activate to Precha [Auto]

remapping of memory.

 

 

Primary Graphics Adapter

[PCI]

 

 

OnBoard HD Audio

[Auto]

 

Select Screen

 

Select Item

Front Panel

[Auto]

+ -

Change Option

CD-In

[Enabled]

F1

General Help

OnBoard Lan

[Enabled]

F9

Load Defaults

DRAM Voltage

[Auto]

F10

Save and Exit

ESC

Exit

NB Core Voltage

[Auto]

 

 

VTT Voltage

[Auto]

 

 

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Memory Remap Feature

Use this item to enable or disable memory remap feature. Configuration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. The default value is [Disabled].

DRAM Frequency

If [Auto] is selected, the motherboard will detect the memory module(s) inserted and assigns appropriate frequency automatically. You may also select other value as operating frequency: [266MHz (DDRII533)], [333MHz (DDRII667)], [400MHz (DDRII800)].

Flexibility Option

The default value of this option is [Disabled]. It will allow better tolerance for memory compatibility when it is set to [Enabled].

DRAM CAS# Latency

Use this item to adjust the means of memory accessing. Configuration options are [6], [5], [4], [3] and [Auto].

DRAM RAS# to CAS# Delay

This controls the latency between the DRAM active command and the read / write command. Configuration options: [Auto], [3 DRAM Clocks], [4 DRAM Clocks], [5 DRAM Clocks] and [6 DRAM Clocks].

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4CORE1600-GLAN specifications

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One of the main features of the ASRock 4CORE1600-GLAN is its support for the Intel LGA 775 socket. This compatibility allows users to harness the power of Intel’s dual-core processors, providing a significant performance boost compared to earlier single-core versions. The motherboard supports FSB speeds of up to 1600 MHz, enhancing data transfer rates and improving overall system responsiveness.

In terms of connectivity, the ASRock 4CORE1600-GLAN does not disappoint. It includes four DIMM slots that support DDR2 memory, allowing for up to 8GB of RAM. This feature ensures that multitasking is smooth and efficient, catering to users who may run multiple applications simultaneously or engage in more intensive computing tasks. Additionally, the motherboard provides dual-channel memory architecture, further optimizing performance.

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