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ASROCK 990FX Extreme6 User Manual

ASROCK 990FX Extreme6
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ASROCK 990FX Extreme6 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ChipsetAMD 990FX
CPU SocketAM3+
Max Memory32GB
RAID SupportRAID 0, 1, 5, 10
Form FactorATX
Memory Slots4
Memory StandardDDR3 2100(OC)
Expansion Slots3 x PCIe 2.0 x16
Storage Interface6 x SATA 6Gb/s
AudioRealtek ALC892
LANRealtek RTL8111E
Multi-GPU SupportAMD Quad CrossFireX
PS/21 x PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port
USB Ports4 x USB 3.0, 12 x USB 2.0

Summary

Introduction to Motherboard Features

Package Contents

Lists all items included with the ASRock 990FX Extreme6 motherboard package.

System Specifications

Details the technical specifications of the motherboard including platform, CPU, chipset, memory, and expansion slots.

Motherboard Layout Overview

Provides a visual diagram of the motherboard's components and their locations.

Rear I/O Panel Connections

Describes the ports and connectors available on the motherboard's rear I/O panel.

Motherboard Installation Procedures

Pre-installation Safety Precautions

Outlines essential safety measures and precautions to take before installing motherboard components.

CPU and Cooling Installation

Guides users through the process of installing the CPU and its associated heatsink and fan assembly.

Memory Module Installation

Provides instructions for installing DDR3 DIMM modules into the motherboard's slots.

Expansion Slot and Jumper Setup

Explains the use of PCI Express slots and the setup of motherboard jumpers for system configuration.

Onboard Connectors and Headers

Details the function and connection of various onboard headers and connectors on the motherboard.

Multi-GPU Configuration (SLI/CrossFireX)

Covers the installation and setup procedures for NVIDIA SLI and AMD CrossFireX graphics card technologies.

M.2 SSD Module Installation

Provides a step-by-step guide for installing an M.2 SSD (NGFF) module onto the motherboard.

Software and Utilities Operation

Installing System Drivers

Instructions on how to install necessary drivers from the support CD for optimal system performance.

ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU)

Explains the features and functions of ASRock's utility for system tuning and monitoring.

Start8 Customization Utility

Details the installation and configuration of the Start8 utility for customizing the Windows start menu experience.

UEFI Setup Utility Configuration

UEFI Introduction and Navigation

An overview of the UEFI Setup Utility, its menu bar, and navigation keys for system configuration.

System Overview and OC Tweaker

Displays system status and provides access to overclocking settings for performance tuning.

Advanced Configuration Options

Covers detailed settings for CPU, chipset, storage, I/O, ACPI, USB, and trusted computing.

System Tools and Boot Settings

Access to utility tools, system browser, hardware monitoring, and boot order configuration.

Security and Exit Procedures

Explains system security settings, password management, and options for exiting the UEFI utility.

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