ASROCK N68-GS4 FX, N68-S4 FX Manual

Motherboard Layout (N68-GS4 FX / N68-S4 FX)

1. ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1)
2. CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)
3. 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (Dual Channel: DDR3_A1, DDR3_B1)
4. ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
5. SATA2 Connector (SATAII_2 (PORT 0.1))
6. Primary IDE Connector (IDE1)
7. SATA2 Connector (SATAII_4 (PORT 1.1))
8. SATA2 Connector (SATAII_3 (PORT 1.0))
9. SATA2 Connector (SATAII_1 (PORT 0.0))

10. Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1)
11. Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1)
12. USB 2.0 Header (USB4_5)
13. Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER1)
14. USB 2.0 Header (USB6_7)
15. Chassis Intrusion Header (CI1)
16. System Panel Header (PANEL1)
17. Print Port Header (LPT1)
18. Floppy Connector (FLOPPY1)
19. Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1)

I/O Panel (N68-GS4 FX)

1. PS/2 Mouse Port (Green)
2. RJ-45 Port*
3. Line In (Light Blue)
4. Front Speaker (Lime)
5. Microphone (Pink)

6. USB 2.0 Ports (USB01)
7. USB 2.0 Ports (USB23)
8. D-Sub Port
9. COM Port
10. PS/2 Keyboard Port (Purple)

* There are two LED next to the LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.

LAN Port LED Indications

SPEED LED

To enable Multi-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^® XP:
After restarting your computer, you will find "Mixer" tool on your system. Please select "Mixer ToolBox", 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^® 8 / 7 / Vista^TM:
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 simultaneously", and click "ok". Then reboot your system.

I/O Panel (N68-S4 FX)

1. PS/2 Mouse Port (Green)
2. RJ-45 Port*
3. Line In (Light Blue)
4. Front Speaker (Lime)
5. Microphone (Pink)

6. USB 2.0 Ports (USB01)
7. USB 2.0 Ports (USB23)
8. D-Sub Port
9. COM Port
10. PS/2 Keyboard Port (Purple)

* There are two LED next to the LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.

LAN Port LED Indications

SPEED LED

To enable Multi-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^® XP:
After restarting your computer, you will find "Mixer" tool on your system. Please select "Mixer ToolBox", 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^® 8 / 7 / Vista^TM:
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 simultaneously", and click "ok". Then reboot your system.

Introduction

It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock's commitment to quality and endurance.
In this manual, chapters contain introduction of the motherboard and step-by-step guide to the hardware installation. Chapter contain the configuration guide to BIOS setup and information of the Support CD.

Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might 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.
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Package Contents

One ASRock N68-GS4 FX / N68-S4 FX Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor)
One ASRock N68-GS4 FX / N68-S4 FX Quick Installation Guide
One ASRock N68-GS4 FX / N68-S4 FX Support CD
Two Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional)
One I/O Panel Shield

* For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com

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.

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
Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1) (see No. 11)

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 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 finish updating the BIOS, you must boot up the system first, and then shut it down before you do the clearCMOS action.

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!

Floppy Connector (33-pin FLOPPY1) (see No. 18)

Note: Make sure the red-striped side of the cable is plugged into Pin1 side of the connector.

Primary IDE connector
(39-pin IDE1, see No. 6)

Note: Please refer to the instruction of your IDE device vendor for the details.

Serial ATA2 Connectors (SATAII_1 (PORT 0.0): see No. 9) (SATAII_2 (PORT 0.1): see No. 5) (SATAII_3 (PORT 1.0): see No. 8) (SATAII_4 (PORT 1.1): see No. 7)		These four Serial ATA2 (SATA2) connectors support SATA2 or SATA hard disk for internal storage devices. The current SATA2 interface allows up to 3.0 Gb/s data transfer rate.
USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB6_7) (see No. 14) (9-pin USB4_5) (see No. 12)		Besides four default USB 2.0 ports on the I/O panel, there are two USB 2.0 headers on this motherboard. Each USB 2.0 header can support two USB 2.0 ports.
Print Port Header (25-pin LPT1) (see No. 17)		This is an interface for print port cable that allows convenient connection of printer devices.
Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see No. 19)		This is an interface for the front panel audio cable that allows convenient connection and control of audio devices.

1. High Definition 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:

1. Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to MIC2_L.
2. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to OUT2_L.
3. Connect Ground (GND) to Ground (GND).
4. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for HD audio panel only. You don't need to connect them for AC'97 audio panel.

System Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1) (see No. 16)		This header accommodates several system front panel functions.
Chassis Speaker Header (4-pin SPEAKER 1) (see No. 13)		Please connect the chassis speaker to this header.
Chassis Fan Connector (3-pin CHA_FAN1) (see No. 10)		Please connect a chassis fan cable to this connector and match the black wire to the ground pin.
CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see No. 2)		Please connect the CPU fan cable to this connector and match the black wire to the ground pin.

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.

ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see No. 4)

Please connect an ATX power supply to this connector.

ATX 12V Power Connector (4-pin ATX12V1) (see No. 1)		Please note that it is necessary to connect a power supply with ATX 12V plug to this connector. Failing to do so will cause power up failure.
Chassis Intrusion Header (2-pin CI1) (see No. 15)		This motherboard supports CASE OPEN detection feature that detects if the chassis cover has been removed. This feature requires a chassis with chassis intrusion detection design.

BIOS Information

The Flash Memory on the motherboard stores BIOS Setup Utility. When you start up the computer, please press <F2> or <Del> 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 restart the system by pressing <Ctl> + <Alt> + <Delete>, or pressing the reset button on the system chassis. The BIOS Setup program is designed to be user-friendly. It is a 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.

Software Support CD information

This motherboard supports various Microsoft^® Windows^® operating systems: 8.1 32-bit / 8.1 64-bit / 8 32-bit / 8 64-bit / 7 32-bit / 7 64-bit / Vista^TM 32-bit / Vista^TM 64-bit / XP 32bit / XP 64-bit. The Support CD that came with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities 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. If the 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.

Contact Information
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