Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction 1
1.1 Package Contents 1
1.2 Specications 2
1.3 Motherboard Layout 6
1.4 I/O Panel 8
Chapter 2 Installation 9
2.1 Installing the CPU 10
2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 13
2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 14
2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) 16
2.5 Jumpers Setup 17
2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors 18
Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 22
3.1 Installing Drivers 22
3.2 A-Tuning 23
3.3 Intel® Smart Connect Technology 29
3.4 ASRock APP Shop 34
3.4.1 UI Overview 34
3.4.2 Apps 35
3.4.3 BIOS & Drivers 38
3.4.4 Setting 39
3.5 Start8 40