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ASROCK X79 Extreme3 User Manual

ASROCK X79 Extreme3
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X79 Extreme3
User Manual
Version 1.0
Published October 2011
Copyright©2011 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.

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ASROCK X79 Extreme3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ChipsetIntel X79
CPU SocketLGA 2011
Max Memory32GB
Form FactorATX
Audio ChipsetRealtek ALC898
LAN ChipsetBroadcom BCM57781
Max. LAN Speed10/100/1000Mbps
Memory Slots4
Memory StandardDDR3 2400+(OC)/2133(OC)/1866(OC)/1600/1333/1066
USB Ports4 x USB 3.0, 8 x USB 2.0
Audio Channels7.1
PS/21
eSATA1
S/PDIF Out1
LAN1
Audio7.1 Channels
Dimensions30.5 cm x 24.4 cm
Power Pin24-pin ATX, 8-pin EPS

Summary

Introduction to ASRock X79 Extreme3

Package Contents

Lists all items included in the motherboard package.

Motherboard Specifications

Details the technical specifications of the ASRock X79 Extreme3 motherboard.

Motherboard Component Layout

Visual representation of motherboard components and their locations.

Input Output Panel Description

Description of the rear panel connectors and ports.

Hardware Installation Guide

Motherboard Mounting Screw Holes

Instructions on correctly using screw holes to mount the motherboard.

Pre-Installation Component Precautions

Essential safety and handling guidelines before installing components.

CPU Installation Procedure

Step-by-step procedure for installing the CPU into its socket.

CPU Fan and Heatsink Installation

Guide for mounting the CPU cooler and fan for heat dissipation.

RAM Module (DIMM) Installation

Instructions for inserting RAM modules into DIMM slots.

PCI and PCIe Expansion Slot Installation

Guidance on installing expansion cards into PCI and PCIe slots.

NVIDIA SLI Multi-GPU Setup Guide

Procedures for configuring NVIDIA SLI multi-GPU setups.

AMD CrossFire Multi-GPU Setup Guide

Procedures for configuring AMD CrossFire multi-GPU setups.

Surround Display Feature Configuration

Information on enabling and using the Surround Display feature.

ASRock Smart Remote Installation

Guide to installing and using the ASRock Smart Remote system.

ASRock XFast Charger Usage

Instructions for utilizing the ASRock XFast Charger for device charging.

Motherboard Jumper Configuration

Explanation and configuration of motherboard jumpers, including Clear CMOS.

Onboard Headers and Connectors Guide

Detailed descriptions and pinouts for motherboard headers and connectors.

Clear CMOS Switch Functionality

Description of the Clear CMOS switch functionality.

SATA/SATA2 HDD Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing SATA and SATA2 hard disk drives.

SATA3 HDD Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing SATA3 hard disk drives.

SATA/SATA2 HDD Hot Plug/Swap

Explains Hot Plug and Hot Swap features for SATA/SATA2 HDDs.

SATA3 HDD Hot Plug/Swap

Explains Hot Plug and Hot Swap features for SATA3 HDDs.

HDD Hot Plug Operation Guide

Detailed operational guide for the HDD Hot Plug feature.

System Driver Installation

General instructions for installing system drivers from the support CD.

Windows OS Installation with RAID

Guide for installing Windows OS with RAID configuration.

Windows OS Installation without RAID

Guide for installing Windows OS without RAID configuration.

Untied Overclocking Technology

Explanation of the Untied Overclocking Technology feature.

UEFI Setup Utility Guide

UEFI Setup Utility Overview

Overview of the UEFI Setup Utility and how to access it.

UEFI Menu Bar Navigation

Describes the main menu bar options available in the UEFI utility.

UEFI Navigation Key Functions

Explains the keyboard keys used for navigating within the UEFI utility.

UEFI Main Screen Overview

Overview of the UEFI Main screen displaying system information.

OC Tweaker Screen Settings

Settings related to CPU overclocking and performance tuning.

Advanced UEFI Configuration Screen

Advanced configuration options for various system components.

CPU Configuration Settings

Detailed settings for CPU features and power management.

North Bridge Configuration

Settings related to the North Bridge chipset functionality.

South Bridge Configuration

Settings related to the South Bridge chipset functionality.

Storage Configuration Options

Settings for SATA controllers, modes, and disk features.

Super IO Configuration

Configuration for Super IO devices like serial and infrared ports.

ACPI Configuration Settings

Settings for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI).

USB Configuration Options

Settings for USB controllers, legacy support, and USB 3.0.

ME Subsystem Configuration

Configuration options for the Intel Management Engine (ME) subsystem.

Hardware Health Monitoring

Displays system hardware status, temperatures, and fan speeds.

Boot Settings Configuration

Settings for boot devices, boot priority, and boot options.

System Security Settings

Options for setting system passwords and security features.

UEFI Exit Options

Options for saving, discarding changes, or loading default settings.

Software Support Information

Supported Operating Systems

Information on supported operating systems and OS installation.

Support CD Content Details

Details about the drivers and utilities on the included Support CD.

OS Installation on Large HDD (AHCI)

Guide for installing OS on large capacity HDDs using AHCI mode.

OS Installation on Large HDD (RAID)

Guide for installing OS on large capacity HDDs using RAID mode.

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