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USER MANUAL G31M-GS ASROCK

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This device complies with Part 15 ofthe FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation

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The Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, à toxic substance controlled in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by the California Legislature. When you discard the Lithium battery in California, USA, please follow the related regulations in advance “Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply, see www. dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate" ASRock Websit : http/Www.asrock.com Published May 2009 Copyright@2009 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. ASRock G31M-GS /G31M-S Motherboard English

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• To enable Mult-Streaming function, you need to connect a front panel audio cable to the front panel audio header. Please refer to below steps for the software setting of Multi-Streaming. For Windows® X After restarting your computer, you will find “Mixer” tool on your system. Please select “Mixer ToolBox" EI , click “Enable playback multi-streaming”, and click “ok”. Choose “2CH" or “4CH" and then you are allowed to select ‘Realtek HDA Primary output” to use Rear Speaker and Front Speaker, or select “Realtek HDA Audio 2nd output” to use front panel audio. Then reboot your system. For Windows® Vistar": After restarting your computer, please double-click “Realtek HD Audio Manager’ on the system tray. Set ‘Speaker Configuration” to “Quadraphonic" or “Stereo”. Click “Device advanced settings”, choose ‘Make front and rear output devices playbacks two different audio streams simultaneousiy”, and click “ok”. Then reboot your system. ASRock G31M-GS /G31M-S Motherboard English

Thank you for purchasing ASRock G31M-GS /G31M-S motherboard, a reliable mother- board produced under ASRock's consistent stingent quality control. it delivers excel- lent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock's commitment to quality and endurance. This Quick Installation Guide contains introduction of the motherboard and step-by- step installation guide. More detailed information of the motherboard can be found in the user manual presented in the Support CD. be updated, the content of this manual will be subject to change without notice. In case any modifications of this manual occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock website without further notice. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website as well. ASRock website http:/www.asrock.com If you require technical support related to this motherboard, please visit our website for specific information about the model you are using. www.asrock.com/supportiindex.asp ? Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might

usliBu Connector = 4x SATAIT 3.0 GbJs connectors (No Support for RAID and “Hot Plug” functions) (see CAUTION 8) - 1 XATA100 IDE connector (supports 2 x IDE devices) = 1x Floppy connector - 1x Print port header - CPU/Chassis FAN connector - 24 pin ATX power connector - 4 pin 12V power connector - CD in header - Front panel audio connector -2xUSB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) {see CAUTION 9) BIOS Feature = 4MbAMI BIOS - AMI Legal BIOS = Supports “Plug and Play” - ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - Supports jumperfree - AMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - Supports Smart BIOS Support CD - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version) Unique Feature - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 10) - Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 11) - Hybrid Booster: - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 12) -ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 13) - Boot Failure Guard (B.F.G.) Hardware Monitor - CPU Temperature Sensing - Chassis Temperature Sensing - CPU Fan Tachometer - Chassis Fan Tachometer - CPU QuietFan - Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore

WARNING Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using the third-party overclocking tools. Overclocking may affect your system stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your system. It should be done at your own risk and expense. We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking. CAUTION!

FSB1600-CPU will operate in overclocking mode. Under this situation, PCIE frequency will also be overclocked to 120MHz. Besides, if you want to overclock the CPU you adopt from FSB800 to FSB1066, you need to adjust the jumpers. Please refer to page 15 for proper jumper settings. About the setting of “Hyper Threading Technology", please check page 32 of “User Manual” in the support CD. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. Please read “Untied Overclocking Technology” on page 20 for details. This motherboard supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. Before you implement Dual Channel Memory Technology, make sure to read the installation guide of memory modules on page 12 for proper installation. Please check the table below for the CPU FSB frequency and its corresponding memory support frequency. CPU FSB Frequency _| Memory Support Frequency 1600 DDR2 800 1333 DDR2 667, DDR2 800 1066 DDR2 667, DDR2 800 800 DDR2 667, DDR2 800 Due to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may be less than 4GB for the reservation for system usage under Windows® XP and Windows® Vista", For Windows® XP 64-bit and Windows® Vista” 64-bit with 64-bit CPU, there is no such limitation. The maximum shared memory size is defined by the chipset vendor and is subject to change. Please check Intel* website for the latest information. Before installing SATAII hard disk to SATAII connector, please read the “S ATAII Hard Disk Setup Guide" on page 24 of “User Manual" in the support CD to adjust your SATAII hard disk drive to SATAII mode. You can also connect SATA hard disk to SATAII connector directiy. Power Management for USB 2.0 works fine under Microsoft® Windows® Vista" 64-bit/ Vista®“ / XP 64-bit / XP SP1 or SP2 / 2000 SPA. Itis a user-friendiy ASRock overclocking tool which allows you to surveil your system by hardware monitor function and overclock your hardware devices to get the best system performance under Windows® environment. Please visit our website for the operation procedures of ASRock OC Tuner. ASRock website: http:/www.asrock.com ASRock G31M-GS /G31M-S Motherboard English

usiBua il. Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and software design, Intelligent Energy Saver is a revolutionary technology that delivers unparalleled power savings. In other words, it is able to provide excep- tional power saving and improve power efficiency without sacrificing computing performance. Please visit our website for the operation pro- cedures of Intelligent Energy Saver. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com Although this motherboard offers stepless control, it is not recom- mended to perform over-clocking. Frequencies other than the recom- mended CPU bus frequencies may cause the instability of the system or damage the CPU. While CPU overheat is detected, the system will automatically shutdown. Before you resume the system, please check if the CPU fan on the motherboard functions properiy and unplug the power cord, then plug it back again. To improve heat dissipation, remember to spray thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink when you install the PC system. ASRock G31M-GS /G31M-S Motherboard

Pre-installation Precautions Take note of the following precautions before you install mother- board components or change any motherboard settings.

1. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any

component. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.

2. To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to static

electrcity, NEVER place your motherboard directly on the carpet or the like. Also remember to use à grounded wrist strap or touch à safety grounded object before you handle components.

3. Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICS.

4. Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded

antstatic pad or in the bag that comes with the component

5. When placing screws into the screw holes to secure the

motherboard to the chassis, please do not over-tighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.

2.1 CPU Installation

For the installation of Intel 775-LAND CPU, please follow the steps below. 775-Pin Socket Overview Before you insert the 775-LAND CPU into the socket, please check if the CPU surface is unclean or if there is any bent pin on the socket. Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket if above situation is found. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged English ASRock G31M-GS /G31M-S Motherboard

ysilBua Step 1. Open the socket: Step 1-1. Disengaging the lever by depressing down and out on the hook to clear S retention tab. Ê DA Ÿ JE Step 1-2. Rotate the load lever to fully open po- sition at approximately 135 degrees. Step 1-3. Rotate the load plate to fully open po- sition at approximately 100 degrees. Step 2. Insertthe 775-LAND CPU: Step 2-1. Hold the CPU by the edges where are marked with black lines. Step 2-2. Orientthe CPU with IHS (Integrated Heat Sink) up. Locate Pinl and the two orientation key notches. Pini — orientation key notch , TI5-Pin Socket TISLAND CPU For proper inserting, please ensure to match the to orientation key notches of the CPU with the two alignment keys ofthe socket Step 2-3. Carefully place the CPU into the socket by using a purely vertical motion. Step 2-4. Verifythatthe CPU is within the socket and properly mated to the orient keys. Step 3. Remove PnP Cap (Pick and Place Cap): Use your left hand index finger and thumb to support the load plate edge, engage PnP cap with right hand thumb and peel the cap from the socket while pressing on center of PnP cap to assist in removal. ASRock G31M-GS /G31M-S Motherboard

À 1. itis recommended to use the cap tab to handle and avoid kicking offthe PnP cap

2. This cap must be placed if retuming the motherboard for after

service. Step 4. Close the socket Step 4-1. Rotate the load plate onto the IHS Step 4-2. While pressing down lightiy on load plate, engage the load lever. Step 4-3. Secure load lever with load plate tab under retention tab of load lever.

2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink

For proper installation, please kindly refer to the instruction manuals of your CPU fan and heatsink. Below is an example to illustrate the installation of the heatsink for 775-LAND CPU. LATE] irertace Mate Step 1. Apply thermal interface material onto center ofIHS on the socket surface. Step 2. Place the heatsink onto the socket. Ensure SE fan cables are oriented on side closest to the CPU fan connector on the motherboard (CPU_FAN1, see page 2, No. 4). Step 3. Align fasteners with the motherboard throughholes Step 4. Rotate the fastener clockwise, then press down on fastener caps with thumb to install and lock. Repeat with remaining fasteners If you press down the fasteners without rotating them clockwise, the heatsink cannot be secured on the motherboard English Step 5. Connect fan header with the CPU fan connector on the motherboard. Step 6. Secure excess cable with tie-wrap to ensure cable does not interfere with fan operation or contact other components. ASRock G31M-GS /G31M-S Motherboard

631M-6S / G31M-S motherboard provides to 240-pin DDR2 (Double Data Rate 2) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel configuration, you always need to install two identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) memory modules in the DDR2 DIMM slots to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology. Otherwise, it will operate at single channel mode.

1. _itis not allowed to install a DDR memory module into DDR2 slot;

otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged.

2. lfyou install only one memory module or two non-identical memory

modules, itis unable to activate the Dual Channel Memory Technology. Installing a DIMM Please make sure to disconnect power supply before adding or removing DIMMS or the system components. Step 1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Step 2. Align a DIMM on the slot such thatthe notch on the DIMM matches the break on the slot. The DIMM only fits in one correct orientation. lt will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot at incorrect orientation. Step 3. Firmly insertthe DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at both ends fully snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated. ASRock G31M-GS /G31M-S Motherboard

2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)

There are 2 PCI slots and 2 PCI Express slots on this motherboard. PCislots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI interface. PCIE slots:

PCIE1 (PCIE x1 slot) is used for PCI Express cards with x1 lane width cards, such as Gigabit LAN card, SATA2 card, etc. PCIE2 (PCIE x16 slot) is used for PCI Express cards with x16 lane width graphics cards. If you install the add-on PCI Express VGA card to PCIE2 (PCIE x16 slot), the onboard VGA will be disabled. If you install the add-on PCI Express VGA card to PCIE2 (PCIE x16 slot) and adjust the ‘internal Graphics Mode Select’ BIOS option to [Enabled], the onboard VGA will be enabled, and the primary screen will be onboard VGA. Installing an expansion card Step 1. Step2. Step 3. Step 4. Before installing the expansion card, please make sure thatthe power supply is switched off orthe power cord is unplugged. Please read the documentation ofthe expansion card and make necessary hardware settings for the card before you startthe installation. Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screws for later use Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is com- pletely seated on the slot. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws. English ASRock G31M-GS /G31M-S Motherboard

The illustration shows how jumpers are setup. When the jumper cap is placed on n pins, the jumper is “Short”. If no jumper cap L is placed on pins, the jumper is “Open”. The illustration shows à 3-pin jumper whose pinl LT ü LEE and pin2 are “Short” when jumper capis Short Open placed on these 2 pins. Jumper Setting Description PS2 USB PWRI Short pin2, pin3 to enable

(see p2 No. 1) XX) co 45VSB (standby) for PS/2 +5v +svs8 or USB wake up events. Note: To select +5VSB, it requires 2 Amp and higher standby current provided by power supply. ClearCMOS (CLRCMOS 1, 2-pinjumpen) (See p2 No.8) 2-pin jumper Note: CLRCMOS1 allows you to clear the data in CMOS. The data in CMOS includes system setup information such as system password, date, time, and system setup parameters. To clear and resetthe system parameters to default setup, please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power supply. After waiting for 15 seconds, use à jumper cap to short 2 pins on CLRCMOS1 for5 seconds. ASRock G31M-GS /G31M-S Motherboard

Note: If you want to overclock the FSB800-CPU (e.g. Cel400, E 1000, E2000, E4000, E5000, E6000 series CPU) to FSB1066 on this motherboard, you need to adjust the jumpers. Please short pin2, pin3 for OC 800 jumper. Otherwise, the CPU may not work properly on this motherboard. Please refer to below jumper settings. English ASRock G31M-GS /G31M-S Motherboard

2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors

Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Placing jumper caps overthe headers and connectors will cause permanent damage of the motherboard! FDD connector (83-pinFLOPPY1) (see p.2 No. 20) Pit FLOPPY1 bcssrpes sidetoPinl Note: Make sure the red-striped side of the cable is plugged into Pin1 side of the connector. Primary IDE connector (Blue) (B9-pin IDEL, see p.2 No. 7) IDE1 PIN connect the blue end D: SEEN connect the black end to the motherboard *® “ tothe IDE devices 80-conductor ATA 66/100 cable Note: Please refer to the instruction of your IDE device vendor for the details. Serial ATAII Connectors These Serial ATAII (SATAII) (SATAIL_ 1: see p.2, No. 13) 2 ( 3 connectors support SATAII (SATAII_2: see p.2, No. 12) £ [ £ or SATA hard disk for internal (SATAIL_3: see p2, No. 10) storage devices. The current (SATAIL_ 4: see p.2, No. 11) L à SATAIl interface allows up to £ £ 3.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. Serial ATA (SATA) Either end ofthe SATA data cable Data Cable can be connected to the SATA / (optional) SATAII hard disk or the SATAII connector on the motherboard. Serial ATA (SATA) Please connect the black end of Power Cable ®7 ) SATA power cable to the power {Optional) ) connector on each drive. Then comectotheSATA connect the white end of SATA HOD pouercomnectoe À nue power cable to the power powersupply connector of the power supply. ASRock G31M-GS /G31M-S Motherboard

Besides four default USB 2.0 ports on the 1/0 panel, there are (see p.2 No. 15) two USB 2.0 headers on this motherboard. Each USB 2.0 header can support two USB

(9-pin USB4_5) (see p.2 No. 16) Print Port Header This is an interface for print (25-pin LPTI) port cable that allows (see p2 No. 26) convenient connection of printer devices Internal Audio Connector (pin CD1) (CDI: see p2 No. 23) This connector allows you to receive stereo audio input from sound sources such as a CD-ROM,DVD-ROM,TV tuner card, or MPEG card. Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p2 No. 21)

1. High Definition Audio supports | ack Sensing, but the panel wire on

the chassis must support HDA to function correctiy. Please follow the instruction in our manual and chassis manual to install your system. . If you use AC'97 audio panel, please install it to the front panel audio header as below: A. Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to MIC2_L. This is an interface for front panel audio cable that allows convenient connection and control of audio devices. English B. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to OUT2_L. C. Connect Ground (GND) to Ground (GND). ASRock G31M-GS /G31M-S Motherboard

usiBua D. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for HD audio panel only. You don't need to connect them for AC'97 audio panel. E. Enter BIOS Setup Utility. Enter Advanced Settings, and then select Chipset Configuration. Set the Front Panel Control option from Auto] to [Enabled]. F. Enter Windows system. Click the icon on the lower right hand taskbar to enter Realtek HD Audio Manager. For Windows® 2000 / XP / XP 64-bit OS Click “Audio 1/0”, select “Connector Settings” E3 , choose “Disable front panel jack detection”, and save the change by clicking “OK”. For Windows® Vista!" / Vista!” 64-bit OS: Click the right-top “Folder” icon , choose ‘Disable front panel jack detection’, and save the change by clicking “OK”. G. To activate the front mic. For Windows® 2000 / XP / XP 64-bitOS Please select ‘Front Mic" as default record device. If you want to hear your voice through front mic, please deselect "Mute" icon in ‘Front Mic" of Playback” portion. For Windows® Vista" / Vista"" 64-bit OS: Go to the ‘Front Mic" Tab in the Realtek Control panel. Click *S et Default Device" to make the Front Mic as the default record device. System Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1) (see p2 No. 17) This header accommodates several system front panel functions. Chassis Speaker Header {pin SPEAKER 1) (see p2 No. 14) Please connect the chassis speaker to this header. Chassis Fan Connector (B-pin CHA_FANT) (see p2 No. 19) Please connect a chassis fan cable to this connector and match the black wire to the ground pin. CPU Fan Connector {-pin CPU_FANT) (see p2 No. 4) Please connect a CPU fan cable to this connector and match the black wire to the ground pin. ASRock G31M-GS /G31M-S Motherboard

À Though this motherboard provides 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) support, the 3-Pin CPU fan still can work successfully even without the fan speed control function. If you plan to connect the 3-Pin CPU fan to the CPU fan connector on this motherboard, please connect it to Pin 1-3. Pin1-3Connected 4— 3-Pin Fan Installation ATX Power Connector 1277 24 Please connect an ATX power CRdrpin ADXPWR 1) supply to this connector. (see p.2 No. 6)

À Though this motherboard provides 24-pin ATX power connector, 12 ff”: it can still work if you adopt a traditional 20-pin ATX power supply. To use the 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug your power supply along with Pin 1 and Pin 13. 20-PinATX Power Supply instalation 1 ATX 12V Connector {-pin ATX12V1) Please note that it is necessary to connect a power supply with (see p.2 No. 28) ATX 12V plug to this connector so that it can provides sufficient power, Failing to do so will cause the failure to power up. ASRock G31M-GS /G31M-S Motherboard English

Installation This motherboard adopts Intel” ICH7 south bridge chipset that supports Serial ATA (SATA) / Serial ATAII (SATAII) hard disks. You may install SATA / SATAII hard disks on this motherboard for internal storage devices. This section will guide you to install the SATA / SATAII hard disks. STEP 1: Installthe SATA / SATAII hard disks into the drive bays of your chassis. STEP 2: Connectthe SATA power cable to the SATA / SATAII hard disk. STEP 3: Connectone end ofthe SATA data cable to the motherboard's SATAII connector. STEP 4: Connect the other end ofthe SATA data cable to the SATA / SATAII hard disk.

2.8 Driver Installation Guide

To install the drivers to your system, please insertthe support CD to your optical drive first Then, the drivers compatible to your system can be auto-detected and listed on the support CD driver page. Please follow the order from up to bottom side to install those required drivers. Therefore, the drivers you install can work property.

2.9 Untied Overclocking Technology

This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology, which means during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. Before you enable Untied Overclocking function, please enter “Overclock Mode” option ofBIOS setup to setthe selection from [Auto]to [CPU, PCIE, Async.]. Therefore, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, but PCI/PCIE buses are in the fixed mode so thatFSB can operate under a more stable overclocking environment. 71 Please refer to the warning on page 7 for the possible overclocking risk before you apply Untied Overclocking Technology. ASRock G31M-GS /G31M-S Motherboard

The Flash Memory on the motherboard stores BIOS Setup Utility. When you start up the computer, please press <F2> during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to enter BIOS Setup utility; otherwise, POST continues with its test routines. If you wish to enter BIOS Setup after POST, please restartthe system by pressing <Cti> + <Alt> + <Delete>, or pressing the reset button on the system chassis. The BIOS Setup pro- gram is designed to be user-friendiy. Itis à menu-driven program, which allows you to scroll through its various sub-menus and to select among the predetermined choices For the detailed information about BIOS Setup, please refer to the User Manual (PDF file) contained in the Support CD.

4. Software Support CD information

This motherboard supports various Microsoft® Windows® operating systems: 2000 / XP /XP 64-bit/ Vista" Vista" 64-bit. The Support CD that came with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilties that will enhance motherboard features. To begin using the Support CD, insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. It will display the Main Menu automatically if"AUTORUN" is enabled in your computer. Ifthe Main Menu does not appear automatically, locate and double-click on the file "ASSETUP. EXE" from the BIN folder in the Support CD to display the menus. ASRock G31M-GS /G31M-S Motherboard

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