ASRock H77M-ITX: 2. Installation

2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink

This motherboard is equipped with 1155-Pin socket that supports Intel 1155-Pin

CPUs. Please adopt the type of heatsink and cooling fan compliant with Intel 1155-

Pin CPU to dissipate heat. Before you install the heatsink, you need to spray ther-

mal interface material between the CPU and the heatsink to improve heat dissipa-

tion. Ensure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in good con-

tact with each other. Then connect the CPU fan to the CPU_FAN connector (CPU_

FAN1, see page 2, No. 16).

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 1155-Pin CPUs.

Step 1. Apply thermal interface material onto the cen-

ter of the IHS on the socket’s surface.

Step 2. Place the heatsink onto the socket. Ensure

that the fan cables are oriented on side closest

to the CPU fan connector on the motherboard

(CPU_FAN1, see page 2, No. 16).

Step 3. Align fasteners with the motherboard through-

holes.

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.

Step 5. Connect fan header with the CPU fan connector on the motherboard.

Step 6. Secure redundant cable with tie-wrap to ensure the cable does not

interfere with fan operation or contact other components.

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2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)

This motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) 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 DDR3 DIMM slots to activate Dual Channel Memory

Technology. Otherwise, it will operate at single channel mode.

1. It is not allowed to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into

DDR3 slot;otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be

damaged.

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

memory modules, it is unable to activate the Dual Channel

Memory Technology.

3. Some DDR3 1GB double-sided DIMMs with 16 chips may not

work on this motherboard. It is not recommended to install them

on this motherboard.

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 that the notch on the DIMM matches the

break on the slot.

notch

break

notch

break

The DIMM only ts in one correct orientation. It will cause permanent

damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into

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the slot at incorrect orientation.

Step 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clips at both ends

fully snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.

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2.6 Expansion Slot (PCI Express Slot)

There is 1 PCI Express slot on this motherboard.

PCIE slots: PCIE1 (PCIE 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width

graphics cards.

To run the PCI Express in Gen 3 speed, please install an Ivy Bridge

CPU. If you install a Sandy Bridge CPU, the PCI Express will run only at

PCI Express Gen 2 speed.

Installing an expansion card

Step 1. Before installing an expansion card, please make sure that the power

supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the

documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware

settings for the card before you start the installation.

Step 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed

in a chassis).

Step 3. Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the

screws for later use.

Step 4. Align the card connector with the slot and press rmly until the card is

completely seated on the slot.

Step 5. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws.

Step 6. Replace the system cover.

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2.7 Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features

Dual Monitor Feature

This motherboard supports dual monitor feature. With the internal VGA output sup-

port (DVI-D, D-Sub and HDMI), you can easily enjoy the benets of dual monitor

feature without installing any add-on VGA cards to this motherboard. This mother-

board also provides independent display controllers for DVI-D, D-Sub and HDMI to

support dual VGA output so that DVI-D, D-sub and HDMI can drive same or different

display contents.

To enable dual monitor feature, please follow the steps below:

1. Connect a DVI-D monitor cable to the DVI-D port on the I/O panel, connect a

D-Sub monitor cable to the D-Sub port on the I/O panel and connect a HDMI

monitor cable to the HDMI port on the I/O panel.

D-Sub port

DVI-D port

HDMI port

2. If you have already installed the onboard VGA driver from our support CD to your

system, you can freely enjoy the benets of dual monitor function after your

system boots. If you haven’t installed the onboard VGA driver yet, please install

the onboard VGA driver from our support CD to your system and restart your

computer.

D-Sub, DVI-D and HDMI monitors cannot be enabled at the same time.

You can only choose the combination: DVI-D + HDMI, DVI-D + D-Sub,

or HDMI + D-Sub.

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Surround Display Feature

This motherboard supports surround display upgrade. With the internal VGA output

support (DVI-D, D-Sub and HDMI) and external add-on PCI Express VGA cards,

you can easily enjoy the benets of surround display feature.

Please refer to the following steps to set up a surround display environment:

1. Install the PCI Express VGA cards on PCIE1 slot. Please refer to page 18 for

proper expansion card installation procedures.

2. Connect a DVI-D monitor cable to the DVI-D port on the I/O panel, connect a

D-Sub monitor cable to the D-Sub port on the I/O panel and connect a HDMI

monitor cable to the HDMI port on the I/O panel. Then connect other monitor

cables to the corresponding connectors of the add-on PCI Express VGA cards on

PCIE1 slot.

3. Boot your system. Press <F2> or <Del> to enter UEFI setup. Enter “Share

Memory” option to adjust the memory capability to [32MB], [64MB], [128MB],

[256MB] or [512MB] to enable the function of D-sub. Please make sure that the

value you select is less than the total capability of the system memory. If you do

not adjust the UEFI setup, the default value of “Share Memory”, [Auto], will

disable D-Sub function when an add-on VGA card is inserted to this motherboard.

4. Install the onboard VGA driver and the add-on PCI Express VGA card driver to

your system. If you have installed the drivers already, there is no need to install

them again.

5. Set up a multi-monitor display.

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For Windows

XP / XP 64-bit OS:

Right click on desktop, choose “Properties”, and select the “Settings” tab

so that you can adjust the parameters of the multi-monitors according to

the steps below.

A. Click the “Identify” button to display a large number on each monitor.

B. Right-click the display icon in the Display Properties dialog that you

wish to be your primary monitor, and then select “Primary”. When

you use multiple monitors with your card, one monitor will always be

Primary, and all additional monitors will be designated as Secondary.

C. Select the display icon identied by the number 2.

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D. Click “Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor”.

E. Right-click the display icon and select “Attached”, if necessary.

F. Set the appropriate “Screen Resolution” and “Color Quality” for the

second monitor. Click “Apply” or “OK” to apply these new values.

G. Repeat steps C through E for the display icon identied by the

numbers three to four.

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7 / 7 64-bit / Vista

/ Vista

64-bit OS:

Right click the desktop, choose “Personalize”, and select the “Display

Settings” tab so that you can adjust the parameters of the multi-monitors

according to the steps below.

A. Click the number ”2” icon.

B. Click the items “This is my main monitor” and “Extend the desktop onto

this monitor”.

C. Click “OK” to save your change.

D. Repeat steps A through C for the display icons identied by the number

three to four.

6. Use Surround Display. Click and drag the display icons to positions representing

the physical setup of your monitors that you would like to use. The placement of

display icons determines how you move items from one monitor to another.

HDCP Function

HDCP function is supported on this motherboard. To use HDCP

function with this motherboard, you need to adopt a monitor

that supports HDCP function as well. Therefore, you can enjoy

the superior display quality with high-denition HDCP

encryption contents. Please refer to the instructions below for

more details about HDCP function.

What is HDCP?

HDCP stands for High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection, a

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specication developed by Intel

for protecting digital

entertainment content that uses the DVI interface. HDCP is a

copy protection scheme to eliminate the possibility of

intercepting digital data midstream between the video source,

or transmitter - such as a computer, DVD player or set-top box -

and the digital display, or receiver - such as a monitor, television

or projector. In other words, HDCP specication is designed to

protect the integrity of content as it is being transmitted.

Products compatible with the HDCP scheme such as DVD

players, satellite and cable HDTV set-top-boxes, as well as few

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entertainment PCs requires a secure connection to a compliant

display. Due to the increase in manufacturers employing HDCP

in their equipment, it is highly recommended that the HDTV or

LCD monitor you purchase is compatible.

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2.8 ASRock Smart Remote Installation Guide

ASRock Smart Remote is only used for ASRock motherboards with CIR header.

Please refer to below procedures for the quick installation and usage of ASRock

Smart Remote.

Step1. Find the CIR header located next

to the USB 2.0 header on ASRock

USB 2.0 header (9-pin, black)

motherboard.

CIR header (4-pin, gray)

USB_PWR

Step2. Connect the front USB cable to the

P-

USB 2.0 header (as below, pin 1-5)

P+

and the CIR header. Please make

GND

DUMMY

sure the wire assignments and the

pin assignments are matched

correctly.

1

2

3

4

5

GND

IRTX

IRRX

ATX+5VSB

Step3. Install Multi-Angle CIR Receiver to

the front USB port. If Multi-Angle

CIR Receiver cannot successfully

receive the infrared signals from

MCE Remote Controller, please try

to install it to the other front USB

port.

3 CIR sensors in different angles

1. Only one of the front USB port can support CIR function. When

the CIR function is enabled, the other port will remain USB

function.

2. Multi-Angle CIR Receiver is used for front USB only. Please do

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not use the rear USB bracket to connect it on the rear panel.

Multi-Angle CIR Receiver can receive the multi-direction infrared

signals (top, down and front), which is compatible with most of

the chassis on the market.

3. The Multi-Angle CIR Receiver does not support Hot-Plug

function. Please install it before you boot the system.

* ASRock Smart Remote is only supported by some of ASRock's motherboards. Please refer to

ASRock's website for the motherboard support list: http://www.asrock.com

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2.9 Jumpers Setup

The illustration shows how jumpers are

setup. When the jumper cap is placed on

pins, the jumper is “Short”. If no jumper cap

is placed on pins, the jumper is “Open”. The

illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose

pin1 and pin2 are “Short” when jumper cap

is placed on these 2 pins.

Jumper Setting Description

Clear CMOS Jumper

(CLRCMOS1)

(see p.2, No. 18)

Clear CMOSDefault

Note: CLRCMOS1 allows you to clear the data in CMOS. To clear and reset the

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 a

jumper cap to short pin2 and pin3 on CLRCMOS1 for 5 seconds. However,

please do not clear the CMOS right after you update the BIOS. If you need

to clear the CMOS when you just nish updating the BIOS, you must boot

up the system rst, and then shut it down before you do the clear-CMOS ac-

tion. Please be noted that the password, date, time, user default prole, 1394

GUID and MAC address will be cleared only if the CMOS battery is removed.

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2.10 Onboard Headers and Connectors

Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place

jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Placing jumper caps

over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage of the

motherboard!

Serial ATA2 Connectors These two Serial ATA2 (SATA2)

SATA_2

(SATA_2: see p.2, No. 4)

connectors support SATA data

(SATA_3: see p.2, No. 5)

cables for internal storage

devices. The current SATA2

SATA_3

interface allows up to 3.0 Gb/s

data transfer rate.

Serial ATA3 Connectors These two Serial ATA3 (SATA3)

SATA_0

(SATA_0: see p.2, No. 3)

connectors support SATA data

(SATA_1: see p.2, No. 2)

cables for internal storage

devices. The current SATA3

SATA_1

interface allows up to 6.0 Gb/s

data transfer rate.

Serial ATA (SATA) Either end of the SATA data

Data Cable cable can be connected to the

(Optional)

SATA / SATA2 / SATA3 hard

disk or the SATA2 / SATA3

connector on this motherboard.

USB 2.0 Headers Besides four default USB 2.0

(9-pin USB4_5)

ports on the I/O panel, there is

(see p.2, No. 7)

one USB 2.0 header on this

motherboard. This USB 2.0

header can support two USB 2.0

ports.

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USB 3.0 Header Besides two default USB 3.0

(19-pin USB3_3_4)

ports on the I/O panel, there is

(see p.2, No. 12)

one USB 3.0 header on this

motherboard. This USB 3.0

header can support two USB 3.0

ports.

Front Panel Audio Header This is an interface for front

GND

P RESENCE#

M IC_RET

(9-pin HD_AUDIO1)

panel audio cable that allows

OUT_RET

(see p.2, No. 15)

convenient connection and

control of audio devices.

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O UT2_L

J _SENSE

O UT2_R

M IC2_R

M IC2_L

1. High Denition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the

chassis must support HDA to function correctly. Please follow the

instruction in our manual and chassis manual to install your system.

2. 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.

B. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to OUT2_L.

C. Connect Ground (GND) to Ground (GND).

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. To activate the front mic.

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For Windows

XP / XP 64-bit OS:

Select “Mixer”. Select “Recorder”. Then click “FrontMic”.

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For Windows

7 / 7 64-bit / Vista

/ Vista

64-bit OS:

Go to the “FrontMic” Tab in the Realtek Control panel. Adjust

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“Recording Volume”.

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Consumer Infrared Module Header This header can be used to

(4-pin CIR1)

connect the remote

(see p.2 No. 10)

controller receiver.