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ASROCK 960GM-VGS3 FX User Manual

ASROCK 960GM-VGS3 FX
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960GM-VGS3 FX
960GM-VS3 FX
User Manual
Version 1.0
Published November 2012
Copyright©2012 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.

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ASROCK 960GM-VGS3 FX Specifications

General IconGeneral
Non-ECCYes
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots2
Supported memory typesDDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory16 GB
Supported memory clock speeds1066, 1333, 1600, 1866 MHz
System bus rate5.2 GT/s
Processor socketSocket AM3+
Processor manufacturerAMD
Compatible processor seriesAMD Phenom II X2, AMD Phenom II X3, AMD Phenom II X4, AMD Phenom II X6
Processor system buses supported2600 MHz
Number of SATA II connectors4
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors0
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Audio chipRealtek ALC662
CertificationFCC, CE, WHQL
Component forPC
Power source typeATX
Motherboard chipsetAMD 760G
Audio output channels5.1 channels
Motherboard form factormicro ATX
Motherboard southbridgeAMD SB710
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 Enterprise x64, Windows 8 Pro, Windows 8 Pro x64, Windows 8 x64, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows Vista Enterprise x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Premium x64, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows Vista Ultimate x64, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Home x64, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64
RAID levels0, 1, 10, JBOD
Supported storage drive interfacesSATA II
Graphics cardRadeon HD 3000
Maximum resolution2048 x 1536 pixels
Maximum graphics card memory512 MB
Parallel processing technology support-
Cables includedSATA
LAN controllerAtheros AR8151
Ethernet interface typeGigabit Ethernet
BIOS typeAMI
ACPI version1.1
BIOS memory size64 Mbit
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Width- mm

Summary

Introduction

Specifications

Details the technical specifications of the motherboard, including platform, CPU, chipset, memory, expansion slots, graphics, audio, LAN, and rear panel I/O.

Installation

Pre-installation Precautions

Outlines essential safety and handling precautions before installing motherboard components or changing settings.

CPU Installation

Provides step-by-step instructions for correctly installing the CPU into the motherboard socket.

CPU Fan and Heatsink Installation

Guides on installing the CPU fan and heatsink, including thermal grease application for proper heat dissipation.

Memory Module Installation (DIMM)

Details the procedure for installing DDR3 memory modules into the DIMM slots, emphasizing correct orientation and dual-channel configuration.

SATA2 HDD Installation and Functions

Covers the installation of SATA2 hard disks and explains Hot Plug/Hot Swap functions for SATA2 HDDs.

Installing Windows OS with RAID

Guides on installing Windows operating systems (XP, Vista, 7, 8) on RAID configurations using SATA/SATA2 HDDs.

Installing Windows OS without RAID

Guides on installing Windows operating systems (XP, Vista, 7, 8) on SATA/SATA2 HDDs without RAID configurations (AHCI/IDE modes).

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

OC Tweaker Screen

Provides access to overclocking features and settings for CPU, memory, and other system components.

Advanced Screen

Allows configuration of advanced system settings including CPU, Chipset, ACPI, Storage, PCI/PnP, Super IO, and USB.

CPU Configuration

Details settings related to CPU features like Cool 'n' Quiet, Secure Virtual Machine, and Thermal Throttle.

Chipset Configuration

Covers settings for onboard devices such as HD Audio, LAN, and graphics adapter configuration.

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