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Contents
1. Introduction ................................................................ 5
1.1 Package Contents ..................................................................... 5
1.2 Specifications ............................................................................. 6
1.3 Unique Features ........................................................................ 10
1.4 Motherboard Layout ................................................................. 14
1.5 I/O Panel .................................................................................. 15
2. Installation .................................................................. 17
Pre-installation Precautions ................................................................ 17
2.1 CPU Installation ......................................................................... 18
2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink ...................................... 18
2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) .................................... 19
2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) ........................... 21
2.5 CrossFireX
TM
, 3-Way CrossFireX
TM
and Quad CrossFireX
TM
Operation Guide ........................................................................ 22
2.6 Dual Graphics Operation Guide ................................................ 27
2.7 Multi Monitor and Surround Display Features .......................... 29
2.8 ASRock Smart Remote Installation Guide ................................. 32
2.9 Jumpers Setup ........................................................................... 34
2.10 Onboard Headers and Connectors ....................................... 35
2.11 Smart Switches .......................................................................... 40
2.12 Dr. Debug .............................................................................. 41
2.13 Serial ATA3 (SATA3) Hard Disks Installation ......................... 42
2.14 Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for SATA3 HDDs ................. 42
2.15 SATA3 HDD Hot Plug and Hot Swap Feature and Operation
Operation Guide ........................................................................ 43
2.16 Driver Installation Guide ............................................................ 45
2.17 Installing Windows
®
8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / Vista
TM
/ Vista
TM
64-bit With RAID Functions ....................................................... 45
2.18 Installing Windows
®
8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / Vista
TM
/ Vista
TM
64-bit Without RAID Functions .................................................. 46