Contents
1. | Introduction | 5 | ||
| 1.1 | Package Contents | 5 | |
| 1.2 | Specifications | 6 | |
| 1.3 | Unique Features | 9 | |
| 1.4 | Motherboard Layout | 12 | |
| 1.5 | I/O Panel | 13 | |
2. | Installation | 14 | ||
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| 2.1 | CPU Installation | 15 | |
| 2.2 | Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink | 15 | |
| 2.3 | Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) | 16 | |
| 2.4 | Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) | 17 | |
| 2.5 | Dual Graphics Operation Guide | 18 | |
| 2.6 | Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features | 20 | |
| 2.7 | ASRock Smart Remote Installation Guide | 23 | |
| 2.8 | Jumpers Setup | 25 | |
| 2.9 | Onboard Headers and Connectors | 26 | |
| 2.10 | Serial ATA3 (SATA3) Hard Disks Installation | 30 | |
| 2.11 | Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for SATA3 HDDs | 30 | |
| 2.12 | SATA 3 HDD Hot Plug and Hot SwapFeature and Operation |
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| Operation Guide | 31 | |
| 2.13 | Driver Installation Guide | 33 | |
| 2.14 | Installing Windows® 8 / 8 |
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| 2.14.1 | Installing Windows® XP / XP |
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| Functions | 33 |
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| 2.14.2 | Installing Windows® 8 / 8 |
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| VistaTM | 34 |
| 2.15 | Installing Windows® 8 / 8 |
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| 2.15.1 | Installing Windows® XP / XP |
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| Functions | 35 |
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| 2.15.2 | Installing Windows® 8 / 8 |
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| VistaTM | 36 |
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