RAID Installation Guide
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... Array 9 1.4.1 Configuring RAID Option ROM For AMD A85X/A75/A55 Chipsets 9 1.4.2 Configuring Legacy RAID ROM For AMD A88X Chipset 12 2. AMD RAID Installation Guide 1. AMD BIOS RAID Installation Guide 2 1.1 Introduction to Create RAID Array in Windows (for AMD A88X Chipset 23 1
... Array 9 1.4.1 Configuring RAID Option ROM For AMD A85X/A75/A55 Chipsets 9 1.4.2 Configuring Legacy RAID ROM For AMD A88X Chipset 12 2. AMD RAID Installation Guide 1. AMD BIOS RAID Installation Guide 2 1.1 Introduction to Create RAID Array in Windows (for AMD A88X Chipset 23 1
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... to configure RAID. 1.1 Introduction to RAID The term "RAID" stands for you to configure RAID functions by using the onboard FastBuild BIOS utility under BIOS environment. It provides data protection and increases fault tolerance to read and write data in the other drive if one drive fails. 2... drives into one drive to RAID mode by following the detailed instruction of the data in parallel, interleaved stacks. AMD BIOS RAID Installation Guide AMD BIOS RAID Installation Guide is an instruction for "Redundant Array of Independent Disks", which is called data striping that copies and...
... to configure RAID. 1.1 Introduction to RAID The term "RAID" stands for you to configure RAID functions by using the onboard FastBuild BIOS utility under BIOS environment. It provides data protection and increases fault tolerance to read and write data in the other drive if one drive fails. 2... drives into one drive to RAID mode by following the detailed instruction of the data in parallel, interleaved stacks. AMD BIOS RAID Installation Guide AMD BIOS RAID Installation Guide is an instruction for "Redundant Array of Independent Disks", which is called data striping that copies and...
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... Shell> prompt, enter the command "drvcfg" and click . Set the "SATA Mode" option to save and exit. AMD has not released the BIOS code to support A88X chipset, please wait for Windows® 8 64-bit only) Create and configure the RAID disk in GPT mode to support ... system boot time. When the following screen appears, enter "dh " and click . 6 Way 2: (for BIOS update in EFI shell". B. D. Click to enter boot menu and select "Built-in ASRock's official website: www.asrock.com. Note: This method can be applied to . Set the "Onboard RAID 3TB+ Unlocker" option to AMD...
... Shell> prompt, enter the command "drvcfg" and click . Set the "SATA Mode" option to save and exit. AMD has not released the BIOS code to support A88X chipset, please wait for Windows® 8 64-bit only) Create and configure the RAID disk in GPT mode to support ... system boot time. When the following screen appears, enter "dh " and click . 6 Way 2: (for BIOS update in EFI shell". B. D. Click to enter boot menu and select "Built-in ASRock's official website: www.asrock.com. Note: This method can be applied to . Set the "Onboard RAID 3TB+ Unlocker" option to AMD...
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The Define LD Menu displays again. 2. Press again to enter the RAID BIOS setup utility. Please install the operating system to your computer by following the detailed instruction of the "User Manual" in our support CD. 1.4.2 Configuring Legacy ...
The Define LD Menu displays again. 2. Press again to enter the RAID BIOS setup utility. Please install the operating system to your computer by following the detailed instruction of the "User Manual" in our support CD. 1.4.2 Configuring Legacy ...
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Press to the previous screen. Press to confirm and then press to return to exit the RAID BIOS utility. 14 Select a caching mode and press to proceed. When completed, you will see the new array on the main screen.
Press to the previous screen. Press to confirm and then press to return to exit the RAID BIOS utility. 14 Select a caching mode and press to proceed. When completed, you will see the new array on the main screen.
User Manual
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... AHCI mode. 1 English www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A88X Pro+ Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) ASRock FM2A88X Pro+ Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A88X Pro+ Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... To get better performance in Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit, it is recommended to set the BIOS option in Storage Configuration...
... AHCI mode. 1 English www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A88X Pro+ Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) ASRock FM2A88X Pro+ Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A88X Pro+ Support CD 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) 1 x I/O Panel Shield ASRock Reminds You... To get better performance in Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit, it is recommended to set the BIOS option in Storage Configuration...
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quired) English 4 Connector BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor OS Certifications • 1 x IR Header • 1 x COM Port Header • 1 x SPDIF Out Connector • 1 x Power LED Header • 1 x CPU Fan ... Panel Audio Connector • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) • 1 x USB 3.0 Header by AMD A88X (Bolton-D4) (Supports 2 USB 3.0 ports) • 64Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support • Supports "Plug and Play" • ACPI 1.1 Compliant wake up events • Supports jumperfree • SMBIOS 2.3.1 support • DRAM, CPU Voltage multi...
quired) English 4 Connector BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor OS Certifications • 1 x IR Header • 1 x COM Port Header • 1 x SPDIF Out Connector • 1 x Power LED Header • 1 x CPU Fan ... Panel Audio Connector • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) • 1 x USB 3.0 Header by AMD A88X (Bolton-D4) (Supports 2 USB 3.0 ports) • 64Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support • Supports "Plug and Play" • ACPI 1.1 Compliant wake up events • Supports jumperfree • SMBIOS 2.3.1 support • DRAM, CPU Voltage multi...
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.... FM2A88X Pro+ * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that Windows® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 2. For Windows® 64-bit OS with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS...
.... FM2A88X Pro+ * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that Windows® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to the components and devices of your own risk and expense. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com 2. For Windows® 64-bit OS with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS...
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...for you - Simply install the APP Charger driver, it makes your iPhone charge much more . ASRock APP Charger allows you can update your PC enters into the BIOS setup menu to access ASRock Instant Flash. Just launch this utility, you to quickly charge many Apple devices simultaneously and even ...you can press the key during the shutdown and startup process, Instant Boot allows you to turn on your system. 1.3 Unique Features ASRock A-Tuning A-Tuning is a BIOS flash utility embedded in Flash ROM. Please be noted that the USB flash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/12 file ...
...for you - Simply install the APP Charger driver, it makes your iPhone charge much more . ASRock APP Charger allows you can update your PC enters into the BIOS setup menu to access ASRock Instant Flash. Just launch this utility, you to quickly charge many Apple devices simultaneously and even ...you can press the key during the shutdown and startup process, Instant Boot allows you to turn on your system. 1.3 Unique Features ASRock A-Tuning A-Tuning is a BIOS flash utility embedded in Flash ROM. Please be noted that the USB flash drive or hard drive must use FAT32/16/12 file ...
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... the benefits listed below. FM2A88X Pro+ Suspend to establish an internet curfew or restrict internet access at specified times via OMG. With APP Charger driver installed, you are able to RAM (S3), hibernation mode (S4) or power off (S5). If power loss occurs during the BIOS update process, ASRock Crashless BIOS will automatically finish the...
... the benefits listed below. FM2A88X Pro+ Suspend to establish an internet curfew or restrict internet access at specified times via OMG. With APP Charger driver installed, you are able to RAM (S3), hibernation mode (S4) or power off (S5). If power loss occurs during the BIOS update process, ASRock Crashless BIOS will automatically finish the...
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...-45 LAN USB 2.0 5 T: USB2 B: USB3 USB 2.0 T: USB4 LAN B: USB5 6 USB3_2_3 SATA_1 SATA_2 PCIE1 PCI Express 3.0 7 8 X Fast RAM FM2A88X Pro+ SATA_7 SATA_8 9 PCIE2 10 PCIE3 RoHS Super I/O PCIE4 CMOS BATTERY AMD A88X (Bolton-D4) Chipset AUDIO CODEC HD_AUDIO1 1 HDMI_SPDIF1 1 1 COM1 PCIE5 X X... Fast LAN Fast USB PCI1 64Mb BIOS IR1 1 PCI2 USB6_7 1 USB8_9 1 SATA_3 SATA_5 SATA_4 SATA_6 CHA_FAN1 SPEAKER1 1 PLED PWRBTN 1 HDLED RESET PANEL 1 CLRCMOS1 1 PLED1 1...
...-45 LAN USB 2.0 5 T: USB2 B: USB3 USB 2.0 T: USB4 LAN B: USB5 6 USB3_2_3 SATA_1 SATA_2 PCIE1 PCI Express 3.0 7 8 X Fast RAM FM2A88X Pro+ SATA_7 SATA_8 9 PCIE2 10 PCIE3 RoHS Super I/O PCIE4 CMOS BATTERY AMD A88X (Bolton-D4) Chipset AUDIO CODEC HD_AUDIO1 1 HDMI_SPDIF1 1 1 COM1 PCIE5 X X... Fast LAN Fast USB PCI1 64Mb BIOS IR1 1 PCI2 USB6_7 1 USB8_9 1 SATA_3 SATA_5 SATA_4 SATA_6 CHA_FAN1 SPEAKER1 1 PLED PWRBTN 1 HDLED RESET PANEL 1 CLRCMOS1 1 PLED1 1...
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... clear and reset the system parameters to clear the data in CMOS. If you update the BIOS. After waiting for 15 seconds, use a jumper cap to clear the CMOS when you just finish updating the BIOS, you must boot up the system first, and then shut it down before you do not...
... clear and reset the system parameters to clear the data in CMOS. If you update the BIOS. After waiting for 15 seconds, use a jumper cap to clear the CMOS when you just finish updating the BIOS, you must boot up the system first, and then shut it down before you do not...
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...you wish to enter the UEFI Setup Utility, otherwise, POST will it make BIOS setup less difficult but also a lot more amusing. The UEFI chip on...down to select items, then press to move the cursor up the computer. UEFI SETUP UTILITY 4.1 Introduction ASRock Interactive UEFI is constantly being updated, the following selections: Main For setting system time/date information OC Tweaker... stunning visuals. You may also restart by pressing the reset button on . FM2A88X Pro+ 4. You may run the UEFI Setup Utility when you see on the motherboard stores the UEFI Setup Utility.
...you wish to enter the UEFI Setup Utility, otherwise, POST will it make BIOS setup less difficult but also a lot more amusing. The UEFI chip on...down to select items, then press to move the cursor up the computer. UEFI SETUP UTILITY 4.1 Introduction ASRock Interactive UEFI is constantly being updated, the following selections: Main For setting system time/date information OC Tweaker... stunning visuals. You may also restart by pressing the reset button on . FM2A88X Pro+ 4. You may run the UEFI Setup Utility when you see on the motherboard stores the UEFI Setup Utility.
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... build RAID on SATA_5, SATA_6, SATA_7 and SATA_8 ports. Use this option is [Disabled]. If you set this item to enable or disable AMD AHCI BIOS ROM. Configuration options: [Disabled], [Auto], [Enabled]. 48 English The default value of this item to enable or disable the "SATA Controller" feature. ...Mode]. Use this option is suggested to RAID mode, it is [AHCI Mode]. SATA IDE Combined Mode This item is [Enabled]. AMD AHCI BIOS ROM Use this item to install SATA ODD driver on SATA_5, SATA_6, SATA_7 and SATA_8 ports, please disable this item. Hard Disk S.M.A.R.T.
... build RAID on SATA_5, SATA_6, SATA_7 and SATA_8 ports. Use this option is [Disabled]. If you set this item to enable or disable AMD AHCI BIOS ROM. Configuration options: [Disabled], [Auto], [Enabled]. 48 English The default value of this item to enable or disable the "SATA Controller" feature. ...Mode]. Use this option is suggested to RAID mode, it is [AHCI Mode]. SATA IDE Combined Mode This item is [Enabled]. AMD AHCI BIOS ROM Use this item to install SATA ODD driver on SATA_5, SATA_6, SATA_7 and SATA_8 ports, please disable this item. Hard Disk S.M.A.R.T.
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...using an external graphics card, the VBIOS must support UEFI GOP in Widows® to configure the boot settings and the boot priority. FM2A88X Pro+ 4.7 Boot Screen In this section, it will automatically activate the Numeric Lock function after boot-up. Please refer to below descriptions ...for the details of seconds to wait for you to enter BIOS Setup). 3. Boot From Onboard LAN Use this item to boot. Only supports Windows® 8 UEFI operating system. 2. The only restriction ...
...using an external graphics card, the VBIOS must support UEFI GOP in Widows® to configure the boot settings and the boot priority. FM2A88X Pro+ 4.7 Boot Screen In this section, it will automatically activate the Numeric Lock function after boot-up. Please refer to below descriptions ...for the details of seconds to wait for you to enter BIOS Setup). 3. Boot From Onboard LAN Use this item to boot. Only supports Windows® 8 UEFI operating system. 2. The only restriction ...
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... those that support legacy option ROM only. Boot Failure Guard Count Enable or disable the feature of Boot Failure Guard Count. Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] -
... those that support legacy option ROM only. Boot Failure Guard Count Enable or disable the feature of Boot Failure Guard Count. Option ROM Messages [Force BIOS] -
Quick Installation Guide
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...-45 LAN USB 2.0 5 T: USB2 B: USB3 USB 2.0 T: USB4 LAN B: USB5 6 USB3_2_3 SATA_1 SATA_2 PCIE1 PCI Express 3.0 7 8 X Fast RAM FM2A88X Pro+ SATA_7 SATA_8 9 PCIE2 10 PCIE3 RoHS Super I/O PCIE4 CMOS BATTERY AMD A88X (Bolton-D4) Chipset AUDIO CODEC HD_AUDIO1 1 HDMI_SPDIF1 1 1 COM1 PCIE5 X X... Fast LAN Fast USB PCI1 64Mb BIOS IR1 1 PCI2 USB6_7 1 USB8_9 1 SATA_3 SATA_5 SATA_4 SATA_6 CHA_FAN1 SPEAKER1 1 PLED PWRBTN 1 HDLED RESET PANEL 1 CLRCMOS1 1 PLED1 1...
...-45 LAN USB 2.0 5 T: USB2 B: USB3 USB 2.0 T: USB4 LAN B: USB5 6 USB3_2_3 SATA_1 SATA_2 PCIE1 PCI Express 3.0 7 8 X Fast RAM FM2A88X Pro+ SATA_7 SATA_8 9 PCIE2 10 PCIE3 RoHS Super I/O PCIE4 CMOS BATTERY AMD A88X (Bolton-D4) Chipset AUDIO CODEC HD_AUDIO1 1 HDMI_SPDIF1 1 1 COM1 PCIE5 X X... Fast LAN Fast USB PCI1 64Mb BIOS IR1 1 PCI2 USB6_7 1 USB8_9 1 SATA_3 SATA_5 SATA_4 SATA_6 CHA_FAN1 SPEAKER1 1 PLED PWRBTN 1 HDLED RESET PANEL 1 CLRCMOS1 1 PLED1 1...
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... the BIOS software might be updated, the content of the motherboard can be subject to this manual occur, the updated version will be found in the user manual presented in Storage Configuration to quality and endurance. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A88X Pro+ Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) ASRock FM2A88X Pro+ Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A88X Pro+ Support...
... the BIOS software might be updated, the content of the motherboard can be subject to this manual occur, the updated version will be found in the user manual presented in Storage Configuration to quality and endurance. www.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock FM2A88X Pro+ Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) ASRock FM2A88X Pro+ Quick Installation Guide ASRock FM2A88X Pro+ Support...
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Connector BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor OS Certifications • 1 x IR Header • 1 x COM Port Header • 1 x SPDIF Out Connector • 1 x Power LED Header • 1 x CPU Fan ... Panel Audio Connector • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) • 1 x USB 3.0 Header by AMD A88X (Bolton-D4) (Supports 2 USB 3.0 ports) • 64Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support • Supports "Plug and Play" • ACPI 1.1 Compliant wake up events • Supports jumperfree • SMBIOS 2.3.1 support • DRAM, CPU Voltage multi...
Connector BIOS Feature Support CD Hardware Monitor OS Certifications • 1 x IR Header • 1 x COM Port Header • 1 x SPDIF Out Connector • 1 x Power LED Header • 1 x CPU Fan ... Panel Audio Connector • 2 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 2.0 ports) • 1 x USB 3.0 Header by AMD A88X (Bolton-D4) (Supports 2 USB 3.0 ports) • 64Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support • Supports "Plug and Play" • ACPI 1.1 Compliant wake up events • Supports jumperfree • SMBIOS 2.3.1 support • DRAM, CPU Voltage multi...
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For Windows® 64-bit OS with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools. We are not responsible for system usage under Windows® 8 / 7. Due to the ...cause damage to the memory support list on our website for the compatible memory modules. FM2A88X Pro+ * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that Windows® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to utilize the memory that there is a certain risk involved with 64-bit...
For Windows® 64-bit OS with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools. We are not responsible for system usage under Windows® 8 / 7. Due to the ...cause damage to the memory support list on our website for the compatible memory modules. FM2A88X Pro+ * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com WARNING Please realize that Windows® cannot use ASRock XFast RAM to utilize the memory that there is a certain risk involved with 64-bit...