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G41M-GE3
User Manual
Version 1.0
Published April 2010
Copyright©2010 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.
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  • Page 1 G41M-GE3 User Manual Version 1.0 Published April 2010 Copyright©2010 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. 1 1 1 1 1...

  • Page 2: Copyright Notice

    (including damages for loss of profits, loss of business, loss of data, interruption of business and the like), even if ASRock has been advised of the possibility of such damages arising from any defect or error in the manual or product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Contents Contents Contents 1 Introduction 1 Introduction ........... 1 Introduction ...................... 5 5 5 5 5 ........... 1 Introduction 1 Introduction ........... 1.1 Package Contents ............5 1.2 Specifications ..............6 1.3 Motherboard Layout ............11 1.4 I/O Panel ................. 12 2 Installation 2 Installation 2 Installation .............
  • Page 4 4 Software Support 4 Software Support ........... 4 Software Support ..........................52 4 Software Support 4 Software Support ........... 4.1 Install Operating System ..........52 4.2 Support CD Information ..........52 4.2.1 Running Support CD ..........52 4.2.2 Drivers Menu ............52 4.2.3 Utilities Menu ............

  • Page 5: Chapter 1: Introduction

    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.

  • Page 6: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications Specifications Specifications Specifications - Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 8.6-in, 24.4 cm x 21.8 cm Platform - LGA 775 for Intel Core 2 Extreme / Core 2 Quad / Core ® 2 Duo / Pentium Dual Core / Celeron Dual Core / Celeron ®...
  • Page 7 - Supports I. O. T. (Intelligent Overclocking Technology) - Supports Smart BIOS - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), Support CD ASRock Software Suite (CyberLink DVD Suite and Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi MB) (OEM and Trial Version) - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 10) Unique Feature...
  • Page 8 Certifications - EuP Ready (EuP ready power supply is required) (see CAUTION 16) * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com 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.
  • Page 9 64-bit / Vista / XP 64-bit / XP SP1 or SP2. 10. It is a user-friendly 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 ®...
  • Page 10 15. 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 properly 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.

  • Page 11: Motherboard Layout

    Motherboard Layout Motherboard Layout Motherboard Layout Motherboard Layout Motherboard Layout 21.8cm (8.6 in) PS2_USB_PWR1 USB 2.0 T: USB2 IDE1 B: USB3 Intel USB 2.0 Top: T: USB0 RJ-45 B: USB1 Chipset RoHS Gigabit LAN PCIE1 CMOS PCIE2 Battery ErP/EuP Ready CLRCMOS1 Intel BIOS...

  • Page 12: I/O Panel

    I/O Panel I/O Panel I/O Panel I/O Panel I/O Panel PS/2 Mouse Port (Green) Microphone (Pink) LAN RJ-45 Port USB 2.0 Ports (USB01) Side Speaker (Gray) USB 2.0 Ports (USB23) Rear Speaker (Black) VGA/DVI-D Port Central / Bass (Orange) VGA/D-Sub Port Line In (Light Blue) PS/2 Keyboard Port (Purple) Front Speaker (Lime)

  • Page 13: Chapter 2: Installation

    Chapter 2: Installation Chapter 2: Installation Chapter 2: Installation Chapter 2: Installation Chapter 2: Installation This is a Micro ATX form factor (9.6" x 8.6", 24.4 x 21.8 cm) motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.

  • Page 14: Cpu Installation

    2.3 CPU Installation 2.3 CPU Installation 2.3 CPU Installation 2.3 CPU Installation 2.3 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.
  • Page 15 For proper inserting, please ensure to match the two orientation key notches of the CPU with the two alignment keys of the socket. Step 2-3. Carefully place the CPU into the socket by using a purely vertical motion. Step 2-4. Verify that the CPU is within the socket and properly mated to the orient keys.

  • Page 16: Installation Of Heatsink And Cpu Fan

    Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink This motherboard is equipped with 775-Pin socket that supports Intel 775-LAND CPU. Please adopt the type of heatsink and cooling fan compliant with Intel 775-LAND CPU to dissipate heat.

  • Page 17: Installation Of Memory Modules (Dimm)

    2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) 2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) 2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) 2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) 2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology.

  • Page 18: Installing A Dimm

    Installing a DIMM Installing a DIMM Installing a DIMM Installing a DIMM 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.

  • Page 19: Expansion Slots (Pci And Pci Express Slots)

    2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) 2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) 2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) 2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) 2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots) There are 2 PCI slots and 2 PCI Express slots on this motherboard.

  • Page 20: Jumpers Setup

    2.7 Jumpers Setup 2.7 Jumpers Setup 2.7 Jumpers Setup 2.7 Jumpers Setup 2.7 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 il- lustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1 and pin2 are “Short”...

  • Page 21: Onboard Headers And Connectors

    2.8 Onboard Headers and Connectors 2.8 Onboard Headers and Connectors 2.8 Onboard Headers and Connectors 2.8 Onboard Headers and Connectors 2.8 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! FDD connector...
  • Page 22 USB 2.0 Headers Besides four default USB 2.0 USB_PWR ports on the I/O panel, there are (9-pin USB6_7) DUMMY two USB 2.0 headers on this (see p.11 No. 22) motherboard. Each USB 2.0 header can support two USB USB_PWR 2.0 ports. (9-pin USB4_5) USB_PWR (see p.11 No.

  • Page 23: Internal Audio Connectors

    Internal Audio Connectors This connector allows you to receive stereo audio input (4-pin CD1) CD-L from sound sources such as (CD1: see p.11 No. 28) CD-R a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, TV tuner card, or MPEG card. Front Panel Audio Header This is an interface for front PRESENCE# panel audio cable that allows (9-pin HD_AUDIO1)

  • Page 24: Atx Power Connector

    CPU Fan Connector Please connect a CPU fan cable to this connector and match (4-pin CPU_FAN1) +12V CPU_FAN_SPEED the black wire to the ground pin. (see p.11 No. 4) FAN_SPEED_CONTROL 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.

  • Page 25: Sataii Hard Disk Setup Guide

    2.9 SA 2.9 SA 2.9 SAT T T T T AII Hard Disk Setup Guide AII Hard Disk Setup Guide AII Hard Disk Setup Guide AII Hard Disk Setup Guide 2.9 SA 2.9 SA AII Hard Disk Setup Guide Before installing SATAII hard disk to your computer, please carefully read below SATAII hard disk setup guide.

  • Page 26: Installation

    2 . 1 0 2 . 1 0 Serial A 2 . 1 0 Serial A Serial A Serial AT T T T T A (SA A (SA A (SA A (SAT T T T T A) / Serial A A) / Serial A A) / Serial AT T T T T AII (SA A) / Serial A...

  • Page 27: Chapter 3: Bios Setup Utility

    Chapter 3: BIOS SETUP UTILITY Chapter 3: BIOS SETUP UTILITY Chapter 3: BIOS SETUP UTILITY Chapter 3: BIOS SETUP UTILITY Chapter 3: BIOS SETUP UTILITY 3.1 Introduction 3.1 Introduction 3.1 Introduction 3.1 Introduction 3.1 Introduction This section explains how to use the BIOS SETUP UTILITY to configure your system. The SPI Memory on the motherboard stores the BIOS SETUP UTILITY.

  • Page 28: Navigation Keys

    3.1.2 3.1.2 Navigation Keys 3.1.2 Navigation Keys Navigation Keys Navigation Keys 3.1.2 3.1.2 Navigation Keys Please check the following table for the function description of each navigation key. Navigation Key(s) Function Description Moves cursor left or right to select Screens Moves cursor up or down to select items To change option for the selected items + / -...

  • Page 29: Oc Tweaker Screen

    3.3 OC T OC T OC T OC Tweak weak weak weaker Screen er Screen er Screen er Screen OC T weak er Screen In the OC Tweaker screen, you can set up overclocking features. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main OC Tweaker Advanced H/W Monitor Boot...
  • Page 30 DRAM Timing Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY OC Tweaker DRAM Timing Control DRAM tCL Value [Auto] DRAM tCL [Auto] DRAM tRCD Min = 5 DRAM tRP [Auto] Max = 10 DRAM tRAS [Auto] DRAM tRFC [Auto] DRAM tWR [Auto] [Auto] DRAM tWTR DRAM tRRD [Auto] [Auto]...
  • Page 31 Ratio Status This is a read-only item, which displays whether the ratio status of this motherboard is “Locked” or “Unlocked”. If it shows “Unlocked”, you will find an item Ratio CMOS Setting appears to allow you changing the ratio value of this motherboard. Ratio CMOS Setting If the ratio status is unlocked, you will find this item appear to allow you changing the ratio value of this motherboard.
  • Page 32 NB Voltage Use this to select NB Voltage. Configuration options: [Auto], [1.046V] to [1.493V]. The default value of this feature is [Auto]. SB Voltage Use this to select SB Voltage. Configuration options: [Auto], [1.527V] to [1.696V]. The default value of this feature is [Auto]. VTT Voltage Use this to select VTT Voltage.

  • Page 33: Advanced Screen

    Setting wrong values in this section may cause the system to malfunction. ASRock Instant Flash ASRock Instant Flash is a BIOS flash utility embedded in Flash ROM. This convenient BIOS update tool allows you to update system BIOS without entering operating systems first like MS-DOS or Windows .

  • Page 34: Cpu Configuration

    3.4.1 3.4.1 CPU Configuration 3.4.1 CPU Configuration CPU Configuration CPU Configuration 3.4.1 3.4.1 CPU Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced CPU Configuration Select the over clock mode. Overclock Mode [Auto] CPU Frequency (MHz) [200] PCIE Frequency (MHz) [100] [Enabled] Boot Failure Guard Spread Spectrum [Auto] Ratio Status...
  • Page 35 EIST (Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.), and you plan to adjust the ratio value, please disable the option “ Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.” in advance. Enhance Halt State All processors support the Halt State (C1). The C1 state is supported through the native processor instructions HLT and MWAIT and requires no hardware support from the chipset.

  • Page 36: Chipset Configuration

    3.4.2 3.4.2 Chipset Configuration 3.4.2 Chipset Configuration Chipset Configuration Chipset Configuration 3.4.2 3.4.2 Chipset Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Chipset Settings DRAM RCOMP and tRD Configuration DRAM DLL SKEW Configuration Intelligent Energy Saver [Disabled] Primary Graphics Adapter [PCI] Shared Memory [Auto] PAVP Mode [Disabled]...
  • Page 37 DRAM CH0 G3 (Control2) This controls the number of DRAM CH0 G3 (Control2). Min: 1. Max: 15. The default value is [Auto]. DRAM CH0 G4 (Clocks1) This controls the number of DRAM CH0 G4 (Clocks1). Min: 1. Max: 15. The default value is [Auto].
  • Page 38 DRAM DLL SKEW Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced DRAM DLL SKEW Settings DRAM CH0 CLKSET0 SKEW Info:0-0-0-0-0-0 [Auto] DRAM CH0 CLKSET0 SKEW DRAM CH0 CLKSET1 SKEW Info:0-0-0-0-0-0 [Auto] DRAM CH0 CLKSET1 SKEW DRAM CH0 CMD SKEW Info :0-0-0-0-0-0-0 [Auto] DRAM CH0 CMD SKEW DRAM CH0 CTRL0 SKEW Info :0-0-0-0-0-0-0 [Auto]...
  • Page 39 DRAM CH1 CMD SKEW This controls the number of DRAM CH1 CMD SKEW. The default value is [Auto]. DRAM CH1 CTRL0 SKEW This controls the number of DRAM CH1 CTRL0 SKEW. The default value is [Auto]. DRAM CH1 CTRL1 SKEW This controls the number of DRAM CH1 CTRL1 SKEW.
  • Page 40 Intelligent Energy Saver Intelligent Energy Saver is a revolutionary technology that delivers unparalleled power savings. The default value is [Disabled]. Configuration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled]. If you want to enable this function, please set this item to [Enabled]. Besides the BIOS option, you can also choose our Intelligent Energy Saver utility to enable this function.

  • Page 41: Acpi Configuration

    3.4.3 3.4.3 ACPI Configuration 3.4.3 ACPI Configuration ACPI Configuration ACPI Configuration 3.4.3 3.4.3 ACPI Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced ACPI Configuration Select auto-detect or disable the STR feature. [Disabled] Suspend To RAM [Power Off] Restore on AC/Power Loss [Disabled] Ring-In Power On [Disabled] PCI Devices Power On [Disabled]...

  • Page 42: Storage Configuration

    3.4.4 3.4.4 Storage Configuration 3.4.4 Storage Configuration Storage Configuration Storage Configuration 3.4.4 3.4.4 Storage Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Set [Compatible] Storage Configuration when Legacy OS (MS-DOS, Win NT) ATA/IDE Configuration [Enhanced] device is used. Set [Enhanced] SATAII_1 [Hard Disk] when Native OS SATAII_2 [Not Detected]...
  • Page 43 IDE Device Configuration You may set the IDE configuration for the device that you specify. We will use the “Primary IDE Master” as the example in the following instruction. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Primary IDE Master Select the type of device connected :Hard Disk Device to the system.

  • Page 44: Pcipnp Configuration

    DMA Mode DMA capability allows the improved transfer-speed and data-integrity for compatible IDE devices. S.M.A.R.T. Use this item to enable or disable the S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology) feature. Configuration options: [Disabled], [Auto], [Enabled]. 32-Bit Data Transfer Use this item to enable 32-bit access to maximize the IDE hard disk data transfer rate.

  • Page 45: Floppy Configuration

    3.4.6 3.4.6 Floppy Configuration 3.4.6 Floppy Configuration Floppy Configuration Floppy Configuration 3.4.6 3.4.6 Floppy Configuration In this section, you may configure the type of your floppy drive. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Floppy Configuration Select the type of floppy drive connected to the Floppy A [1.44 MB 3 "] system.

  • Page 46: Super Io Configuration

    3.4.7 3.4.7 3.4.7 Super IO Configuration 3.4.7 3.4.7 Super IO Configuration Super IO Configuration Super IO Configuration Super IO Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Configure Super IO Chipset Allow BIOS to Enable or Disable Floppy Controller. [Enabled] OnBoard Floppy Controller Serial Port Address [3F8 / IRQ4] Infrared Port Address...

  • Page 47: Usb Configuration

    3.4.8 3.4.8 3.4.8 USB Configuration 3.4.8 3.4.8 USB Configuration USB Configuration USB Configuration USB Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced USB Configuration To enable or disable the onboard USB controllers. USB Controller [Enabled] USB 2.0 Support [Enabled] Legacy USB Support [Enabled] Select Screen Select Item Change Option...

  • Page 48: Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen

    3.5 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen In this section, it allows you to monitor the status of the hardware on your system, including the parameters of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, CPU fan speed, chassis fan speed, and the critical voltage.

  • Page 49: Boot Screen

    3.6 Boot Screen Boot Screen Boot Screen Boot Screen Boot Screen In this section, it will display the available devices on your system for you to config- ure the boot settings and the boot priority. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main OC Tweaker Advanced H/W Monitor Boot...

  • Page 50: Security Screen

    Use this option to select logo in POST screen. This option only appears when you enable the option “Full Screen Logo”. Configuration options: [Auto], [EuP], [Scenery] and [ASRock]. The default value is [Auto]. Currently, the option [Auto] is set to Aircraft.

  • Page 51: Exit Screen

    3.8 Exit Screen Exit Screen Exit Screen Exit Screen Exit Screen BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main OC Tweaker Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit Exit Options Exit system setup after saving the Save Changes and Exit changes. Discard Changes and Exit Discard Changes F10 key can be used for this operation.

  • Page 52: Chapter 4 Software Support

    C o n t a c t I n f o r m a t i o n If you need to contact ASRock or want to know more about ASRock, welcome to visit ASRock’s website at http://www.asrock.com; or you may contact your...

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