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785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 User Manual Version 1.0 Published November 2010 Copyright©2010 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. 1
785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 User Manual Version 1.0 Published November 2010 Copyright©2010 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. 1
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... 2.15.2 Installing Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit Without RAID Functions 34 2.16 Untied Overclocking Technology 35 3 Introduction 5 1.1 Package Contents 5 1.2 Specifications 6 1.3 Motherboard Layout (785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 11 1.4 I/O Panel (785GM-GS3 12 1.5 I/O Panel (785GM-S3 13 2 . Contents 1 .
... 2.15.2 Installing Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit Without RAID Functions 34 2.16 Untied Overclocking Technology 35 3 Introduction 5 1.1 Package Contents 5 1.2 Specifications 6 1.3 Motherboard Layout (785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 11 1.4 I/O Panel (785GM-GS3 12 1.5 I/O Panel (785GM-S3 13 2 . Contents 1 .
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... website for specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.2-in, 24.4 cm x 18.3 cm) ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield...
... website for specific information about the model you for purchasing ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.2-in, 24.4 cm x 18.3 cm) ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield...
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... OverDriveTM with max. FSB 2600 MHz (5.2 GT/s) - resolution up to 2048x1536 @ 60Hz - 5.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec) - 785GM-GS3 Realtek PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN RTL8111E, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - 785GM-S3 Realtek PCIEx1 LAN 8105EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - Integrated AMD Radeon HD 4200 graphics - shared memory 512MB (see CAUTION 5) - Supports...
... OverDriveTM with max. FSB 2600 MHz (5.2 GT/s) - resolution up to 2048x1536 @ 60Hz - 5.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec) - 785GM-GS3 Realtek PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN RTL8111E, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - 785GM-S3 Realtek PCIEx1 LAN 8105EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s - Integrated AMD Radeon HD 4200 graphics - shared memory 512MB (see CAUTION 5) - Supports...
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... PCI Slots (PCI1- 2) 12 Southbridge Controller 25 SPI Flash Memory (8Mb) 13 Third SATAII Connector (SATAII_3 (PORT 2)) 26 PCI Express 2.0 x16 Slot (PCIE2; 1.3 Motherboard Layout (785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3) PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard 12 34 18.3cm (7.2-in) 56 1 PS2_USB_PW1 ATX12V1 CPU_FAN1 7 AT X P W R 1 AM3 FSB2.6GHz COM1 DDR3 1800 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-FpinSBmo8d0ul0e...
... PCI Slots (PCI1- 2) 12 Southbridge Controller 25 SPI Flash Memory (8Mb) 13 Third SATAII Connector (SATAII_3 (PORT 2)) 26 PCI Express 2.0 x16 Slot (PCIE2; 1.3 Motherboard Layout (785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3) PS2 Mouse PS2 Keyboard 12 34 18.3cm (7.2-in) 56 1 PS2_USB_PW1 ATX12V1 CPU_FAN1 7 AT X P W R 1 AM3 FSB2.6GHz COM1 DDR3 1800 DDR3_A1 (64 bit, 240-FpinSBmo8d0ul0e...
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... the table below steps for the LAN port LED indications. Then reboot your computer, please double-click "Realtek HD Audio Manager" on your system. 1.4 I/O Panel (785GM-GS3) 1 2 3 4 5 6 10 9 8 7 1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) 2 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23) * 3 RJ-45 Port 4 Line In (Light Blue) 5 Line Out (Lime) 6 Microphone (Pink) 7 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01) 8 VGA Port...
... the table below steps for the LAN port LED indications. Then reboot your computer, please double-click "Realtek HD Audio Manager" on your system. 1.4 I/O Panel (785GM-GS3) 1 2 3 4 5 6 10 9 8 7 1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) 2 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23) * 3 RJ-45 Port 4 Line In (Light Blue) 5 Line Out (Lime) 6 Microphone (Pink) 7 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01) 8 VGA Port...
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... or DDR2 memory module into the slot at single channel mode. 1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. It will operate at incorrect orientation. Step 3. Step...
... or DDR2 memory module into the slot at single channel mode. 1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. 2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. It will operate at incorrect orientation. Step 3. Step...
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...exit the current screen 3.2 Main Screen When you enter the BIOS SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview. 785GM-GS3 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main OC Tweaker Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit System Overview System Time System Date [17:00:09] [Tue 11/02.../2010] BIOS Version : 785GM-GS3 P1.0 Processor Type : AMD Athlon(tm) II X2 235e Processor (64bit) Processor Speed : 2700MHz Microcode Update : 100F62/10000C7 L1 Cache Size : 256KB...
...exit the current screen 3.2 Main Screen When you enter the BIOS SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview. 785GM-GS3 BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main OC Tweaker Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit System Overview System Time System Date [17:00:09] [Tue 11/02.../2010] BIOS Version : 785GM-GS3 P1.0 Processor Type : AMD Athlon(tm) II X2 235e Processor (64bit) Processor Speed : 2700MHz Microcode Update : 100F62/10000C7 L1 Cache Size : 256KB...
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...in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by any errors or omissions that may appear in this guide. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or translated in any language, in ...appearing in this guide may or may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate" ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com Published November 2010 Copyright©2010 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard English In no responsibility for a particular purpose.
...in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by any errors or omissions that may appear in this guide. ASRock assumes no event shall ASRock, its directors, officers, employees, or agents be reproduced, transcribed, transmitted, or translated in any language, in ...appearing in this guide may or may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate" ASRock Website: http://www.asrock.com Published November 2010 Copyright©2010 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. 1 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard English In no responsibility for a particular purpose.
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Motherboard Layout (785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3) English 1 PS2_USB_PW1 Jumper 15 System Panel Header (PANEL1, White) 2 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 16 Secondary SATAII Connector 3 CPU Heatsink Retention Module (SATAII_2 (PORT 1)) 4 AM3 ... Southbridge Controller 25 SPI Flash Memory (8Mb) 13 Third SATAII Connector (SATAII_3 (PORT 2)) 26 PCI Express 2.0 x16 Slot (PCIE2; Blue) 28 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1) 2 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard Blue) 14 Fourth SATAII Connector (SATAII_4 (PORT 3)) 27 PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slot (PCIE1;
Motherboard Layout (785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3) English 1 PS2_USB_PW1 Jumper 15 System Panel Header (PANEL1, White) 2 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 16 Secondary SATAII Connector 3 CPU Heatsink Retention Module (SATAII_2 (PORT 1)) 4 AM3 ... Southbridge Controller 25 SPI Flash Memory (8Mb) 13 Third SATAII Connector (SATAII_3 (PORT 2)) 26 PCI Express 2.0 x16 Slot (PCIE2; Blue) 28 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1) 2 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard Blue) 14 Fourth SATAII Connector (SATAII_4 (PORT 3)) 27 PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slot (PCIE1;
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... After restarting your system. Set "Speaker Configuration" to below for the software setting of Multi-Streaming. Then reboot your system. 3 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard English Then reboot your system. Please refer to "Quadraphonic" or "Stereo". Choose "2CH" or "4CH" and then you ...need to connect a front panel audio cable to the table below steps for the LAN port LED indications. I/O Panel (785GM-GS3) 1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) 2 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23) * 3 RJ-45 Port 4 Line In (Light Blue) 5 Line Out (Lime) 6 Microphone (...
... After restarting your system. Set "Speaker Configuration" to below for the software setting of Multi-Streaming. Then reboot your system. 3 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard English Then reboot your system. Please refer to "Quadraphonic" or "Stereo". Choose "2CH" or "4CH" and then you ...need to connect a front panel audio cable to the table below steps for the LAN port LED indications. I/O Panel (785GM-GS3) 1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) 2 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23) * 3 RJ-45 Port 4 Line In (Light Blue) 5 Line Out (Lime) 6 Microphone (...
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Then reboot your computer, please double-click "Realtek HD Audio Manager" on your system. 4 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard English For Windows® 7 / VistaTM: After restarting your system. Please select "Mixer ToolBox" , click "Enable playback multi-... connection LAN Port * To enable Multi-Streaming function, you are two LED next to "Quadraphonic" or "Stereo". Set "Speaker Configuration" to the LAN port. I/O Panel (785GM-S3) 1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) 2 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23) * 3 RJ-45 Port 4 Line In (Light Blue) 5 Line Out (Lime) 6 Microphone (Pink) 7...
Then reboot your computer, please double-click "Realtek HD Audio Manager" on your system. 4 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard English For Windows® 7 / VistaTM: After restarting your system. Please select "Mixer ToolBox" , click "Enable playback multi-... connection LAN Port * To enable Multi-Streaming function, you are two LED next to "Quadraphonic" or "Stereo". Set "Speaker Configuration" to the LAN port. I/O Panel (785GM-S3) 1 PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) 2 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23) * 3 RJ-45 Port 4 Line In (Light Blue) 5 Line Out (Lime) 6 Microphone (Pink) 7...
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... software might be updated, the content of this manual, chapter 1 and 2 contain introduction of the Support CD. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.2-in, 24.4 cm x 18.3 cm) ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield 5 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard English
... software might be updated, the content of this manual, chapter 1 and 2 contain introduction of the Support CD. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 7.2-in, 24.4 cm x 18.3 cm) ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield 5 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard English
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...Wake-On-LAN Rear Panel I/O I/O Panel - 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port - 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port - 1 x Serial Port: COM1 - 1 x VGA Port 6 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard English Supports AMD OverDriveTM with max. Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 3) - Northbridge: AMD 785G - capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 2) - 2 x DDR3 ... - resolution up to 2048x1536 @ 60Hz Audio - 5.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec) LAN - 785GM-GS3 Realtek PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN RTL8111E, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - 785GM-S3 Realtek PCIEx1 LAN 8105EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s -
...Wake-On-LAN Rear Panel I/O I/O Panel - 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port - 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port - 1 x Serial Port: COM1 - 1 x VGA Port 6 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard English Supports AMD OverDriveTM with max. Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 3) - Northbridge: AMD 785G - capacity of system memory: 8GB (see CAUTION 2) - 2 x DDR3 ... - resolution up to 2048x1536 @ 60Hz Audio - 5.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec) LAN - 785GM-GS3 Realtek PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN RTL8111E, speed 10/100/1000 Mb/s - 785GM-S3 Realtek PCIEx1 LAN 8105EL, speed 10/100 Mb/s -
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... 24 pin ATX power connector - 4 pin 12V power connector - CPU, VCCM, NB Voltage Multi-adjustment - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 12) - ASRock APP Charger (see CAUTION 9) - HD Audio Jack: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone - 4 x Serial... Print port header - Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore English 7 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard Front panel audio connector - 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) - 8Mb AMI BIOS - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 11) - ASRock AIWI (see CAUTION 7) - Chassis Temperature Sensing - CPU Quiet Fan - SMBIOS 2.3.1 ...
... 24 pin ATX power connector - 4 pin 12V power connector - CPU, VCCM, NB Voltage Multi-adjustment - ASRock Instant Flash (see CAUTION 12) - ASRock APP Charger (see CAUTION 9) - HD Audio Jack: Line in / Front Speaker / Microphone - 4 x Serial... Print port header - Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore English 7 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard Front panel audio connector - 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports) - 8Mb AMI BIOS - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 11) - ASRock AIWI (see CAUTION 7) - Chassis Temperature Sensing - CPU Quiet Fan - SMBIOS 2.3.1 ...
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..."SATAII Hard Disk Setup Guide" on page 27 of memory modules on page 24 for the compatible memory modules. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com English 8 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard OS - ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) (see CAUTION 15) * For ...detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that there is a certain risk involved ...
..."SATAII Hard Disk Setup Guide" on page 27 of memory modules on page 24 for the compatible memory modules. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com English 8 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard OS - ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) (see CAUTION 15) * For ...detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that there is a certain risk involved ...
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... experiencing the exciting motion controlled games. All you to your iPhone/iPod touch. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/Feature/Aiwi/index.asp 9 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard English ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 9. In other complicated flash utility. The software name itself - OC DNA...or WiFi networks, then you can reduce the number of . Please visit our website for the user to access ASRock Instant Flash. ASRock AIWI is a revolutionary technology that delivers unparalleled power savings. Connecting your BIOS only in a few clicks without ...
... experiencing the exciting motion controlled games. All you to your iPhone/iPod touch. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/Feature/Aiwi/index.asp 9 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard English ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com 9. In other complicated flash utility. The software name itself - OC DNA...or WiFi networks, then you can reduce the number of . Please visit our website for the user to access ASRock Instant Flash. ASRock AIWI is a revolutionary technology that delivers unparalleled power savings. Connecting your BIOS only in a few clicks without ...
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...the marvelous charging experience than before. With APP Charger driver installed, you checking with the power supply manufacturer for more details. 10 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard English 12. If you desire a faster, less restricted way of the system or damage the CPU. 14. To meet...may cause the instability of charging your computer and up to perform over-clocking. ASRock APP Charger. While CPU overheat is not recommended to 40% faster than ever. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/Feature/AppCharger/index.asp 13. Frequencies other than 50% under 1.00W ...
...the marvelous charging experience than before. With APP Charger driver installed, you checking with the power supply manufacturer for more details. 10 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard English 12. If you desire a faster, less restricted way of the system or damage the CPU. 14. To meet...may cause the instability of charging your computer and up to perform over-clocking. ASRock APP Charger. While CPU overheat is not recommended to 40% faster than ever. ASRock website: http://www.asrock.com/Feature/AppCharger/index.asp 13. Frequencies other than 50% under 1.00W ...
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... do not touch the ICs. 4. Before you install motherboard components or change any component, place it . Failure to do so may damage the motherboard. 11 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard English To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to static electricity, NEVER place your chassis to ensure that comes with the component. 5. When placing...
... do not touch the ICs. 4. Before you install motherboard components or change any component, place it . Failure to do so may damage the motherboard. 11 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard English To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to static electricity, NEVER place your chassis to ensure that comes with the component. 5. When placing...
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... between the CPU and the heatsink to a 90o angle. 2.1 CPU Installation Step 1. When the CPU is in place, press it fits in place. English 12 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard Unlock the socket by lifting the lever up to improve heat dissipation.
... between the CPU and the heatsink to a 90o angle. 2.1 CPU Installation Step 1. When the CPU is in place, press it fits in place. English 12 ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard Unlock the socket by lifting the lever up to improve heat dissipation.