ASROCK ALIVENF7G-GLAN User Manual

11
11
1
ASRock ALiveNF7G-GLAN Motherboard
EnglishEnglish EnglishEnglish
English
Copyright Notice:Copyright Notice:
Copyright Notice:Copyright Notice:
Copyright Notice:
No part of this installation guide may be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or trans-
lated in any language, in any form or by any means, except duplication of documen-
tation by the purchaser for backup purpose, without written consent of ASRock Inc.
Products and corporate names appearing in this guide may or may not be registered
trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used only for identifica-
tion or explanation and to the owners’ benefit, without intent to infringe.
Disclaimer:Disclaimer:
Disclaimer:Disclaimer:
Disclaimer:
Specifications and information contained in this guide are furnished for informational
use only and subject to change without notice, and should not be constructed as a
commitment by ASRock. ASRock assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions
that may appear in this guide.
With respect to the contents of this guide, ASRock does not provide warranty of any kind,
either expressed or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties or
conditions of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. In no event shall
ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any indirect, special,
incidental, or consequential damages (including damages for loss of profits, loss of
business, loss of data, interruption of business and the like), even if ASRock has been
advised of the possibility of such damages arising from any defect or error in the guide
or product.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Published February 2009
Copyright©2009 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.
CALIFORNIA, USA ONLY
The Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic
substance controlled in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations
passed by the California Legislature. When you discard the Lithium battery in
California, USA, please follow the related regulations in advance.
“Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply, see
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate”
ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com

ASROCK ALIVENF7G-GLAN Specifications

General

Form Factor	Micro ATX
Socket Type	Socket AM2
Memory Type	DDR2
Maximum Memory Supported	4 GB
PCI Express x16 Slots	1
PCI Express x1 Slots	1
IDE	1 x ATA133
Audio Chipset	Realtek ALC662
VGA (D-Sub)	1
Memory Slots	2
PCI Slots	2
SATA	4
Audio Channels	6
Max. LAN Speed	1000 Mbps
USB	6

Summary

Motherboard Layout Overview

CPU Socket and Memory Slots

Location of CPU socket and DDR2 DIMM slots.

Expansion Slots and Chipset Location

Location of PCI, PCIe slots and chipset.

Rear I/O Ports Overview

Motherboard Specifications

Platform, CPU, and Chipset Details

Details on form factor, CPU support, and chipset.

Memory and Expansion Slot Specs

Specifications for memory and expansion slots.

Graphics, Audio, LAN, and I/O Specs

Details on integrated graphics, audio, LAN, and rear ports.

System Features and Connectors

Unique Features and Hardware Monitoring

Highlights proprietary features and hardware monitoring.

Warnings and Cautions

Overclocking Risk Warning

Risk associated with overclocking system settings.

Installation and Feature Cautions

Cautions for installing components and using features.

Software Feature Cautions

Cautions for OC Tuner and Intelligent Energy Saver.

Performance and Stability Cautions

Cautions regarding overclocking and CPU temperature.

Installation Guide

Pre-installation Safety Precautions

Essential safety and handling guidelines before installation.

CPU Installation Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for installing the CPU.

Memory Module Installation

Dual Channel Memory Configuration

Table showing correct DIMM placement for dual channel.

Memory Installation Guidelines

Recommendations for optimal memory compatibility and installation.

Installing a DIMM

DIMM Insertion Steps

Detailed steps for inserting memory modules into slots.

Expansion Slot Installation

Installing an Expansion Card

HDMI Audio Setup Guide

Windows XP/XP 64-bit HDMI Audio Setup

Windows Vista/Vista 64-bit HDMI Audio Setup

Onboard Connectors Overview

Internal Connectors and Headers

System Panel and Fan Connectors

CPU Fan Connector Installation

Power and Serial Port Connectors

ATX Power Supply Connectors

Driver and OS Installation Guide

System Driver Installation Procedures

Instructions for installing system drivers.

Windows XP/Vista OS Installation (No RAID)

OS Installation and Overclocking Technology

SATA HDD Setup for OS Installation

RAID OS Installation Guide

Untied Overclocking Technology Warning

Explanation and warning for overclocking technology.

BIOS and Software CD Information

Accessing and Using BIOS Setup