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RAID Installation Guide - Page 1
...A88X/A78 Chipset 15
2. AMD Windows RAID Installation Guide 18 2.1 Components of RAIDXpert Installation Software 18 2.2 Browser Support ...18 2.3 Installing RAIDXpert ...19 2.4 Logging into RAIDXpert ...21 2.5 Regular Connection ...22 2.6 Secure Connection ...22 2.7 Creating a New Logical Drive 23 2.8 Connecting to RAIDXpert from the Internet 25 2.9 Running RAIDXpert without Network Connection...
RAID Installation Guide - Page 2
1. AMD BIOS RAID Installation Guide
AMD BIOS RAID Installation Guide is an instruction for you to configure RAID functions by using the onboard FastBuild BIOS utility under BIOS environment. After you make a SATA driver diskette, press or to enter BIOS setup to set the option to RAID mode by following the detailed instruction of the "User Manual" in our support CD, then you can start to use the ...
RAID Installation Guide - Page 5
.... B. During system boot, press or key to enter UEFI setup utility. C. Plug a USB drive into one of the USB port. D. Insert the Support CD into the DVD-ROM drive. E. Go to Tools Easy RAID Installer F. Follow instructions to finish the driver copy process.
STEP 4: Windows installation A. During Windows installation process, when Disk selection page show up, please click . B. Click to find...
RAID Installation Guide - Page 9
.... B. During system boot, press or key to enter UEFI setup utility. C. Plug a USB drive into one of the USB port. D. Insert the Support CD into the DVD-ROM drive. E. Go to Tools Easy RAID Installer F. Follow instructions to finish the driver copy process.
STEP 4: Windows installation A. During Windows installation process, when Disk selection page show up, please click . B. Click to find...
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.... Press to exit the RAID BIOS utility.
2. AMD Windows RAID Installation Guide
AMD Windows RAID Installation Guide is an instruction for you to configure RAID functions by using RAIDXpert RAID management software under Windows environment. The RAIDXpert software offers local and remote management and monitoring of all AMD SATA logical drives that exist anywhere on a network. Its browser-based GUI...
RAID Installation Guide - Page 19
... the PC or server, launch Windows, and log in as the Administrator. If the computer is already running, exit
all programs. If you are not logged in as the Administrator, log out, then log in again as the Administrator. 2. Insert the software CD into your CD-ROM drive. 3. Double-click the Install CD's icon to open...
RAID Installation Guide - Page 27
2.10 Using RAIDXpert2 to Create RAID Array in Windows (for AMD A88X/A78 Chipset)
1. When you install the all-in-one driver to your system from ASRock's support CD, AMD RAIDXpert2 will be auto-installed as well.
2. Execute RAIDXpert2 in the Windows Programs menu.
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User Manual - Page 3
... of CPU Fan and Heatsink
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2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
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2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)
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2.5 Jumpers Setup
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2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors
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2.7 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide 21
2.8 AMD Dual Graphics Operation Guide
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3. Software and Utilities Operation
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3.1 Installing Drivers
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3.2 A-Tuning
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3.3 ASRock Cloud...
User Manual - Page 5
... of the BIOS setup.
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...
User Manual - Page 25
FM2A78 Pro3+
2.7 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide
This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that allows you to install up to two identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards. Currently CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM are supported with Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / 8 / 8 64-bit / 8.1 / 8.1 64-bit OS.
1. You should only use identical CrossFireXTM-ready graphics ...
User Manual - Page 27
FM2A78 Pro3+
2.7.2 Driver Installation and Setup
Step 1 Power on your computer and boot into OS. Step 2 Remove the AMD drivers if you have any VGA drivers installed in your system.
The Catalyst Uninstaller is an optional download. We recommend using this utility to uninstall any previously installed Catalyst drivers prior to installation. Please check AMD's website for AMD driver updates.
Step 3...
User Manual - Page 28
... 1. Please keep the default UEFI setting of "Dual Graphics" option on [Auto]. Step 2. Install one AMD RADEON PCI Express graphics card to PCIE4 slot. Step 3. Connect the monitor cable to the onboard VGA port. Please be noted that
the current VGA driver / VBIOS can allow Dual Graphics output from onboard display only. For any future update, please refer to our website...
User Manual - Page 30
3. Software and Utilities Operation
3.1 Installing Drivers
The Support CD that comes with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that enhance the motherboard's features.
Running The Support CD
To begin using the support CD, insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD automatically displays the Main Menu if "AUTORUN" is enabled in your computer. If the Main Menu does not ...
User Manual - Page 31
FM2A78 Pro3+
3.2 A-Tuning
A-Tuning is ASRock's multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more new features and improved utilities, including XFast RAM, Dehumidifier, Good Night LED, FAN-Tastic Tuning, OC Tweaker and a whole lot more.
3.2.1 Installing A-Tuning
When you install the all-in-one driver to your system from ASRock's support
CD, A-Tuning will be auto-installed as well. After ...
User Manual - Page 33
... your computer log in to windows automatically!
OC DNA
OC DNA is an unique software which helps to save your OC settings as a profile. Then you can send this OC setting profile to the friends.
Disk Health Report
Disk Health Report is a hard disk health monitoring utility that displays detailed HDD information, such as hard disk model, serial number, firmware, power on count, power...
User Manual - Page 39
FM2A78 Pro3+
3.3.2 Configuring and Using Orbweb.ME Professional
Orbweb.ME Professional is a remote control software allowing you to easily access and control the remote host installed with the Orbweb.ME Professional host software.
Installing Orbweb.ME Professional on the Host Computer
You can find the Orbweb.ME Professional host software in the Support CD or just download it from http://orbweb....
User Manual - Page 44
... iOS or Android Mobile Devices users: Download and install "Orbweb.ME Professional" app from the App Store (iOS) or Play Store (Android). Step 1 Tap the "Orbweb.ME Professional" app icon to launch it. Step 2 Log in with your Orbweb.ME account and password. Step 3 Tap the host computer name that you want to access under the Remote Desktop section.
Step 4 Enter the Windows password...
User Manual - Page 47
FM2A78 Pro3+
3.4 ASRock APP Shop
The ASRock APP Shop is an online store for purchasing and downloading software applications for your ASRock computer. You can install various apps and support utilities quickly and easily, and optimize your system and keep your motherboard up to date simply with a few clicks.
Double-click
on your desktop to access ASRock APP Shop utility.
*You need to be...
User Manual - Page 56
...BIOS setup less difficult but also a lot more amusing. This section explains how to use the UEFI Setup Utility to configure your system. The UEFI chip on the motherboard stores the UEFI Setup Utility. You may run the UEFI Setup Utility when you start up the computer. Please press or during the Power...Because the UEFI software is constantly being updated, the following UEFI setup screens and ...
User Manual - Page 71
FM2A78 Pro3+
UEFI Update Utility Instant Flash
Instant Flash is a UEFI flash utility embedded in Flash ROM. This convenient UEFI update tool allows you to update system UEFI without entering operating systems first like MS-DOS or Windows®. Just save the new UEFI file to your USB flash drive, floppy disk or hard drive and launch this tool, then you can update your UEFI only in a few...