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ASROCK X79 Extreme4 User Manual

ASROCK X79 Extreme4
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X79 Extreme4
User Manual
Version 1.0
Published September 2011
Copyright©2011 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.

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ASROCK X79 Extreme4 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ECCYes
Memory channelsQuad-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots4
Supported memory typesDDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory32 GB
Supported memory clock speeds800, 1066, 1333, 1600, 2400 MHz
Processor socketLGA 2011 (Socket R)
Processor manufacturerIntel
Compatible processor seriesIntel® Core™ i7
USB 2.0 connectors3
Number of SATA III connectors5
Number of Parallel ATA connectors0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors1
RAID levels1, 5, 10
Supported storage drive interfacesSATA II, SATA III
USB 2.0 ports quantity6
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity2
LAN controllerBroadcom BCM57781
Ethernet interface typeGigabit Ethernet
Audio chipRealtek ALC898
Component forPC
Motherboard chipsetIntel X79
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factorATX
Parallel processing technology support2-Way SLI, 3-Way SLI, Hybrid CrossFireX
BIOS typeUEFI AMI
ACPI version1.1
BIOS memory size64 Mbit
Cables includedSATA
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth244 mm
Width305 mm

Summary

Chapter 1: Introduction

Package Contents

Lists all items included in the motherboard package for user verification.

Motherboard Specifications

Details the technical specifications of the motherboard hardware.

Motherboard Layout Diagram

Visual diagram identifying key components and connectors on the motherboard.

I/O Panel Ports Explained

Describes external input/output ports and their functions on the rear panel.

Chapter 2: Installation

Secure Motherboard Mounting

Instructions on using screw holes to securely mount the motherboard in the chassis.

Pre-installation Safety Precautions

Essential safety and handling guidelines before installing motherboard components.

CPU Installation Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for safely installing the CPU into the socket.

CPU Fan & Heatsink Installation

Guide for properly installing the CPU cooling fan and heatsink assembly.

Memory Module (DIMM) Installation

Detailed steps for installing DDR3 memory modules into the DIMM slots.

Expansion Slot Usage (PCI/PCIe)

Explains types and usage of PCI and PCI Express slots for expansion cards.

NVIDIA SLI Setup Guide

Instructions for setting up NVIDIA SLI, 3-Way SLI, and Quad SLI configurations.

AMD CrossFireX Setup Guide

Guide for installing and configuring AMD CrossFireX, 3-Way, and Quad CrossFireX.

Surround Display Feature Setup

Information on enabling the Surround Display feature with external VGA cards.

Smart Remote Installation Guide

Guide for installing and using the ASRock Smart Remote with CIR header.

XFast Charger Operation Guide

Instructions for using the ASRock XFast Charger feature for mobile device charging.

Jumpers Setup & Configuration

Details on setting up jumpers for functions like Clear CMOS.

Onboard Headers & Connectors

Identifies and explains the purpose of various onboard headers and connectors.

Motherboard Smart Switches

Explains the function of the motherboard's power, reset, and clear CMOS switches.

Dr. Debug Error Code Reference

Provides a reference for Dr. Debug status codes to aid troubleshooting.

SATA/SATA2 HDD Installation

Guide for installing SATA and SATA2 hard disk drives.

SATA3 HDD Installation Guide

Guide for installing SATA3 hard disk drives.

SATA Hot Plug/Swap Functions

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

SATA3 Hot Plug/Swap Functions

Explains Hot Plug and Hot Swap features for SATA3 HDDs.

HDD Hot Plug Operation Guide

Detailed operation guide for the SATA HDD Hot Plug feature.

Driver Installation Overview

General instructions for installing system drivers from the support CD.

Windows RAID Installation

Steps for installing Windows with RAID configuration on SATA drives.

Windows Non-RAID Installation

Steps for installing Windows without RAID configuration on SATA drives.

Untied Overclocking Technology

Explanation of the Untied Overclocking Technology feature for system tuning.

Chapter 3: UEFI Setup Utility

UEFI Introduction & Navigation

Overview of the UEFI Setup Utility, its interface, and navigation keys.

Main Screen System Overview

Description of system information displayed on the UEFI Main screen.

OC Tweaker Screen Settings

Guide to the OC Tweaker screen for adjusting overclocking features.

Advanced Screen Configuration

Details various configuration settings available in the Advanced screen.

3.4.1 CPU Configuration Settings

Configuration options related to the CPU, including Hyper-Threading and core settings.

3.4.2 North Bridge Configuration

Settings for the North Bridge, including graphics adapter priority and link speeds.

3.4.3 South Bridge Configuration

Configuration options for the South Bridge, including LAN, audio, and ACPI.

3.4.4 Storage Configuration Settings

Settings for SATA modes, aggressive link power, and SMART feature.

3.4.5 Super IO Configuration

Configuration options for serial and infrared ports managed by the Super IO chip.

3.4.6 ACPI Configuration Options

Settings related to ACPI features like Suspend-to-RAM and power-on options.

3.4.7 USB Configuration Settings

Options for configuring USB 2.0, USB 3.0 controllers, and legacy support.

3.4.8 ME Subsystem Configuration

Configuration settings for the Intel ME (Management Engine) Subsystem.

Hardware Health Monitoring

Monitors system hardware status including temperatures, fan speeds, and voltages.

Boot Screen Settings

Options for configuring boot order, prompt timeouts, and boot failure guards.

Security Screen Password Options

Settings for managing system passwords (Supervisor and User).

Exit Screen Options

Options for saving or discarding changes and exiting the UEFI Setup Utility.

Chapter 4: Software Support

Install Operating System Guide

General guidance for installing supported operating systems on the motherboard.

Support CD Information

Details on the contents of the support CD, including drivers and utilities.

Running The Support CD

Instructions on how to access and navigate the motherboard support CD.

Drivers Menu Usage

How to use the Drivers menu to install necessary device drivers.

Utilities Menu Usage

Guide to installing application software from the Utilities menu.

Contact Information

Information on how to contact ASRock support or find further details.

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