3.1.2 Navigation Keys

Please check the following table for the function description of each navigation key.

Navigation Key(s)

Function Description

 

 

 

/

 

 

Moves cursor left or right to select Screens

 

 

 

 

/

 

 

Moves cursor up or down to select items

+ / -

 

To change option for the selected items

<Enter>

To bring up the selected screen

<F1>

To display the General Help Screen

<F9>

To load optimal default values for all the settings

<F10>

To save changes and exit the BIOS SETUP UTILITY

<ESC>

To jump to the Exit Screen or exit the current screen

3.2 Main Screen

When you enter the BIOS SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview.

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

 

Main

 

Advanced

H/W Monitor

Boot

Security

Exit

 

System Overview

 

 

 

 

Use [Enter], [TAB]

 

 

System Time

 

 

[14:00:09]

 

 

or [SHIFT-TAB] to

 

 

System Date

 

 

[Tue 02/12/2008]

 

 

select

a field.

 

 

 

BIOS Version

 

: 4Core1600Twins-P35D P1.00

 

 

Use [+] or [-] to

 

 

 

Processor Type

: Intel (R) Core(TM)2 Extreme CPU

configure system Time.

 

 

 

 

 

X9770 @ 3.20GHz (64bit)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Processor Speed

: 3200MHz

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Microcode Update

: 10676/606

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cache Size

 

: 12288KB

 

 

 

 

Select Screen

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Total Memory

: 1024MB

 

 

 

 

Select Item

 

 

 

 

 

+-

Change Field

 

 

DDRII 1

 

: 1024MB/400MHz (DDR2 800)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tab

Select Field

 

 

DDRII 2

 

: None

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F1

General Help

 

 

DDRII 3

 

: 1024MB/400MHz (DDR2 800)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F9

Load Defaults

 

 

DDRII 4

 

: None

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F10

Save and Exit

 

 

DDR3_1

 

: None

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ESC

Exit

 

 

 

DDR3_2

 

: None

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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System Time [Hour:Minute:Second]

Use this item to specify the system time.

System Date [Day Month/Date/Year]

Use this item to specify the system date.

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4CORE1600TWINS-P35D specifications

The ASRock 4CORE1600TWINS-P35D motherboard is a powerful and versatile option designed for enthusiasts looking to build a robust Intel-based system. Aimed primarily at gamers and power users, the motherboard features the Intel P35 chipset, which supports a variety of Intel processors, including the Core 2 Duo and Core 2 Quad series. This compatibility allows users to achieve high performance, making it an excellent choice for both gaming and everyday computing tasks.

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The ASRock 4CORE1600TWINS-P35D also boasts an impressive set of expansion slots, including PCI Express x16 slots, which are crucial for modern graphics cards. This feature enables users to take advantage of cutting-edge graphics technology, essential for gaming and graphic design applications. Additionally, the motherboard includes several PCI slots for older hardware, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of peripherals.

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Furthermore, the motherboard includes a comprehensive list of connectivity options, including USB 2.0 ports, a parallel port, and audio jacks, making it easy to connect peripherals and external devices. Its onboard audio provides decent sound quality, enhancing the overall user experience.

In terms of design, the ASRock 4CORE1600TWINS-P35D features a user-friendly BIOS interface that allows users to tweak performance settings, monitor system health, and configure hardware options easily. The layout of the motherboard is designed to maximize airflow and keep components cool, promoting reliability during high-performance tasks.

In summary, the ASRock 4CORE1600TWINS-P35D is a feature-rich motherboard that caters to various user needs, from gaming to productivity. With its robust chipset, memory support, and numerous expansion options, it remains a solid choice for those looking to build a reliable and powerful Intel-based system.
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