Contents
1. | Introduction | 5 | |
| 1.1 | Package Contents | 5 |
| 1.2 | Specifications | 6 |
| 1.3 | Unique Features | 9 |
| 1.4 | Motherboard Layout | 13 |
| 1.5 | I/O Panel | 14 |
2. | Installation | 15 | |
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| 2.1 | CPU Installation | 16 |
| 2.2 | Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink | 16 |
| 2.3 | Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) | 17 |
| 2.4 | Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) | 18 |
| 2.5 | CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide | 19 |
| 2.6 | Dual Graphics Operation Guide | 23 |
| 2.7 | Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features | 25 |
| 2.8 | ASRock Smart Remote Installation Guide | 28 |
| 2.9 | Jumpers Setup | 30 |
| 2.10 | Onboard Headers and Connectors | 31 |
| 2.11 | Serial ATA3 (SATA3) Hard Disks Installation | 36 |
| 2.12 | Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for Serial ATA3 (SATA3) |
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| HDDs | 36 |
| 2.13 | SATA3 HDD Hot Plug and Hot SwapFeature and Operation |
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| Operation Guide | 37 |
| 2.14 | Driver Installation Guide | 39 |
| 2.15 | Installing Windows® 8 / 8 |
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| 2.16 | Installing Windows® 8 / 8 |
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