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ASROCK X79 Extreme9 User Manual

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X79 Extreme9
User Manual
Version 1.0
Published October 2011
Copyright©2011 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.

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ASROCK X79 Extreme9 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ECCNo
Non-ECCYes
Memory channelsQuad-channel
Number of memory slots8
Supported memory typesDDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory64 GB
Supported memory clock speeds1066, 1333, 1600, 1866, 2133, 2400 MHz
Processor socketLGA 2011 (Socket R)
Processor manufacturerIntel
Compatible processor seriesIntel Core i7, Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition
USB 2.0 connectors3
Number of COM connectors1
Number of SATA II connectors4
Number of Parallel ATA connectors0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors2
BIOS typeUEFI
ACPI version1.1
BIOS memory size64 Mbit
USB 2.0 ports quantity6
CertificationFCC, CE, WHQL, ErP/EuP Ready
Component forPC
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factorATX
Compatible operating systemsWindows 7, Vista, XP
RAID levels0, 1, 5
Supported storage drive interfacesSATA II, SATA III
Cables includedSATA
Parallel processing technology support2-Way SLI, 3-Way SLI, Hybrid CrossFireX, Quad-GPU CrossFireX, Quad-GPU SLI
PCI Express x16 slots5
PCI Express slots version3.0
LAN controller-
Networking features10/100/1000 Mbit/sec
Ethernet interface typeGigabit Ethernet
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth244 mm
Width305 mm

Summary

Chapter 1: Introduction

1.1 Package Contents

Lists all items included in the motherboard package.

1.2 Specifications

Details the technical specifications of the motherboard's platform, CPU, chipset, memory, expansion slots, audio, and LAN.

1.3 Motherboard Layout

1.4 I/O Panel

1.5 ASRock Game Blaster

Chapter 2: Installation

2.1 Screw Holes

Instructions on how to use screw holes to secure the motherboard to the chassis.

2.2 Pre-installation Precautions

Important safety and handling precautions before installing components to prevent damage.

2.3 CPU Installation

2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink

2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)

2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots)

2.7 ASRock Game Blaster Installation Guide

2.7.1 ASRock Game Blaster and Driver Installation

Steps to install the ASRock Game Blaster card and its drivers onto the system.

2.7.2 ASRock Game Blaster Configuration

Details the configuration options for the ASRock Game Blaster's audio features.

2.8 SLIM, 3-Way SLI™ and Quad SLIM Operation Guide

2.8.1 Graphics Card Setup

Guide for setting up graphics cards for SLI configurations.

2.8.1.1 Installing Two SLIM-Ready Graphics Cards

Steps to install two NVIDIA SLI-ready graphics cards for multi-GPU performance.

2.8.1.2 Installing Three SLIM-Ready Graphics Cards

2.8.2 Driver Installation and Setup

2.9 CrossFireX™, 3-Way CrossFireX™ and Quad CrossFireX™ Operation Guide

2.9.1 Graphics Card Setup

Guide for setting up graphics cards for CrossFireX configurations.

2.9.1.1 Installing Two CrossFireX™-Ready Graphics Cards

Steps to install two AMD CrossFireX-ready graphics cards for multi-GPU performance.

2.9.1.2 Installing Three CrossFireX™-Ready Graphics Cards

2.9.2 Driver Installation and Setup

2.10 Surround Display Feature

2.11 ASRock Smart Remote Installation Guide

2.12 ASRock XFast Charger Operation Guide

2.13 Jumpers Setup

2.14 Onboard Headers and Connectors

The Installation Guide of Front USB 3.0 Panel

The Installation Guide of Rear USB 3.0 Bracket

2.15 Smart Switches

2.16 Dr. Debug

2.17 Serial ATA (SATA) / Serial ATA2 (SATA2) Hard Disks Installation

2.18 Serial ATA3 (SATA3) Hard Disks Installation

2.19 Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for SATA / SATA2 HDDs

2.20 Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for SATA3 HDDs

2.21 SATA/SATA2 / SATA3 HDD Hot Plug Feature and Operation Guide

2.22 Driver Installation Guide

2.23 Installing Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / Vista™ / Vista™ 64-bit With RAID Functions

2.24 Installing Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / Vista™ / Vista™ 64-bit / XP / XP 64-bit Without RAID Functions

2.24.1 Installing Windows® XP / XP 64-bit Without RAID Functions

Steps to install Windows XP/XP 64-bit operating systems without RAID configuration.

2.24.2 Installing Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / Vista™ / Vista™ 64-bit Without RAID Functions

2.25 Teaming Function Operation Guide

2.26 Untied Overclocking Technology

Chapter 3: UEFI SETUP UTILITY

3.1 Introduction

Introduction to the UEFI Setup Utility for system configuration and hardware settings.

3.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar

Describes the menu bar options within the UEFI setup utility for navigation.

3.1.2 Navigation Keys

3.2 Main Screen

3.3 OC Tweaker Screen

3.4 Advanced Screen

3.4.1 CPU Configuration

Settings related to CPU features and performance, such as Hyper-Threading and core control.

3.4.2 North Bridge Configuration

Settings for North Bridge related configurations in UEFI, like PCIe link speed and width.

3.4.3 South Bridge Configuration

Settings for South Bridge related configurations in UEFI, like ACPI, onboard devices, and power states.

3.4.4 Storage Configuration

UEFI settings for SATA modes, RAID configurations, and SMART features for storage devices.

3.4.5 Super IO Configuration

UEFI settings for onboard serial and infrared ports.

3.4.6 ACPI Configuration

UEFI settings related to ACPI power management features like Suspend to RAM.

3.4.7 USB Configuration

UEFI settings for USB controllers, legacy support, and device configuration.

3.4.8 ME Subsystem

Information about the Intel ME Subsystem configuration settings.

3.5 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen

3.6 Boot Screen

3.7 Security Screen

3.8 Exit Screen

Chapter 4: Software Support

4.1 Install Operating System

Information on supported operating systems and general setup procedures.

4.2.1 Running The Support CD

Instructions on how to access and use the motherboard support CD to install drivers and utilities.

4.2.2 Drivers Menu

Describes the available device drivers on the support CD for system hardware.

4.2.3 Utilities Menu

Describes the applications and utilities available on the support CD.

Installing OS on a HDD Larger Than 2TB in AHCI Mode

Installing OS on a HDD Larger Than 2TB in RAID Mode

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