ASRock fm2a88x extreme6+ [4/80] Installation 14

Contents

1. Introduction ................................................................ 1

1.1 Package Contents ..................................................................... 1

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1.3 Unique Features ........................................................................ 6

1.4 Motherboard Layout ................................................................. 10

1.5 I/O Panel .................................................................................. 12

2. Installation .................................................................. 14

Pre-installation Precautions ................................................................ 14

2.1 CPU Installation ......................................................................... 15

2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink ...................................... 16

2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) .................................... 17

2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) ........................... 19

2.5 Jumpers Setup ........................................................................... 20

2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors ....................................... 21

2.7 Smart Switches .......................................................................... 26

2.8 Dr. Debug .............................................................................. 27

2.9 CrossFireX

, 3-Way CrossFireX

and Quad CrossFireX

Operation Guide ........................................................................ 29

2.10 Dual Graphics Operation Guide ................................................ 32

2.11 Using the HDMI-In Port ............................................................. 34

3. Software and Utilities Operation ............................... 37

3.1 Installing Drivers ........................................................................ 37

3.2 A-Tuning .................................................................................... 38

3.3

Qualcomm

Atheros

Security Wake On Internet Technology .. 42

3.4 Start8 ......................................................................................... 49

4. UEFI SETUP UTILITY .................................................. 52

4.1 Introduction ................................................................................ 52

4.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar ................................................................ 52

4.1.2 Navigation Keys ............................................................... 53

4.2 Main Screen ............................................................................... 53

4.3 OC Tweaker Screen................................................................... 54

4.4 Advanced Screen ...................................................................... 57

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