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880G Pro3 User Manual Version 1.0 Published January 2011 Copyright©2011 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. 1 - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 2
purchaser for backup purpose, without written consent of ASRock Inc. Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights USA ONLY The Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in Perchlorate - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 3
Hot Plug Feature and Operation Guide 41 2.15 Driver Installation Guide 43 2.16 Installing Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit / XP / XP 64-bit With RAID Functions 43 2.16.1 Installing Windows® XP / XP 64-bit With RAID Functions 43 2.16.2 Installing Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 4
48 3.3 OC Tweaker Screen 49 3.4 Advanced Screen 53 3.4.1 CPU Configuration 54 3.4.2 North Bridge Configuration 55 3.4.3 South Bridge Configuration 4 . Software Support 65 4.1 Install Operating System 65 4.2 Support CD Information 65 4.2.1 Running Support CD 65 4.2.2 Drivers Menu 65 4.2.3 - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 5
Contents ASRock 880G Pro3 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 9.6-in, 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) ASRock 880G Pro3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock 880G Pro3 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® 7 / 7 64 - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 6
AM3+ processors - Support for Socket AM3 processors: AMD PhenomTM II X6 / X4 / X3 / X2 (except 920 / 940) / Athlon II X4 / X3 / X2 / Sempron processors - Supports 8-Core CPU - Supports UCC feature (Unlock CPU Core) (see CAUTION 1) - 4 + 1 Power Phase Design - Supports CPU up to 140W - Supports AMD - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 7
(RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 10 and RAID 5), NCQ, AHCI and "Hot Plug" functions - 2 x USB 3.0 ports by Etron EJ168A, support USB 1.0/2.0/3.0 up to 5Gb/s - 5 x SATA3 6.0Gb/s connectors - 1 x IR header - 1 x COM port header - 1 x IEEE 1394 header - 1 x HDMI_SPDIF header - 1 x Power LED header - CPU - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 8
ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - Supports jumperfree - SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - CPU, VCCM, NB, SB Voltage Multi-adjustment Support CD - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), AMD OverDriveTM Utility, AMD Live! Explorer, AMD Fusion, ASRock Software Suite (CyberLink DVD Suite - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 9
the upgrade CPU performance with a better price. Please be noted that UCC feature is supported with AM3/AM3+ CPU only, and in addition, not every AM3/AM3+ CPU can support this function because some CPU's hidden core may be malfunctioned. 2. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 10
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®. With this utility, you can press key during the POST or press key to BIOS setup menu to access ASRock Instant Flash. Just launch this - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 11
bus frequencies may cause the instability of the system or damage the CPU. 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 - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 12
3.0 Hybrid CrossFire CMOS BATTERY 880G Pro3 CHA_FAN3 Designed in Taipei Super I/O PCI1 PCIE3 ErP/EuP Ready AUDIO CODEC PCI2 RoHS PCI3 HD_AUDIO1 IR1 HDMI_SPDIF1 1 1 1 COM1 1 USB6_7 1 USB8_9 1 SATAIII_3_4 SATAIII_1_2 SATA3 6Gb/s AMD SB850 Chipset 1394a 32Mb BIOS CLRCMOS1 1 Dr - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 13
RJ-45 Port 5 Central / Bass (Orange) 6 Rear Speaker (Black) 7 Optical SPDIF Out Port 8 Line In (Light Blue) ** 9 Front Speaker (Lime) 15 14 13 12 11 10 11 12 *** 13 14 15 16 17 Microphone (Pink) USB 3.0 Port (USB01) IEEE 1394 Port (IEEE 1394) eSATA3 Connector Clear CMOS Switch (CLRCBTN) VGA/HDMI - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 14
Primary output" to use Rear Speaker, Central/Bass, and Front Speaker, or select "Realtek HDA Audio 2nd output" to use front panel audio. *** eSATA3 connector supports SATA Gen3 in cable 1M. 14 - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 15
, peripherals, and/or components. 1. Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. 2. To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to static electricity, NEVER place your motherboard directly on the carpet or the like. Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 16
Socker Corner Small Triangle STEP 2 / STEP 3: Match The CPU Golden Triangle To The Socket Corner Small Triangle STEP 4: Push Down And Lock The Socket Lever 2.2 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink After you install the CPU into this motherboard, it is necessary to install a larger heatsink and - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 17
2.3 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel configuration, you always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chiptype) DDR3 DIMM pair in - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 18
adding or removing DIMMs or the system components. Step 1. Step 2. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward. Align a DIMM only fits in one correct orientation. It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot at incorrect - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 19
lane width graphics cards, or used to install PCI Express graphics cards to support CrossFireXTM function. PCIE3 (PCIE x16 slot; Blue) is used for PCI the installation. Step 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). Step 3. Remove the bracket facing - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 20
driver from our support CD to your system and restart your computer. Then you can start to use dual monitor function on this motherboard. 1. DVI-D and HDMI ports cannot function at the same time. When one of them is enabled, the other one will be disabled. 2. When you playback HDCP-protected video - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 21
-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. For Windows® XP / XP 64-bit OS: Right click - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 22
function is supported on this motherboard. To use HDCP function with this motherboard, you need to adopt the monitor that supports HDCP function as well. Therefore, you can enjoy the superior display quality with high-definition HDCP encryption contents. Please refer to below instruction for more - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 23
3450 series graphics processor and a motherboard based on an AMD 880G integrated chipset, all operating in a Windows® VistaTM / 7 environment. Please refer to below PCI Express graphics card support list for ATITM Hybrid CrossFireXTM. For the future update of more compatible PCI Express graphics - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 24
8. Click "Yes" to continue. Step 9. Click "OK" to save your change. Step 10. Reboot your system. Then you can freely enjoy the benefit of HybridTM CrossFireXTM feature. * Hybrid * For further information of ATITM Hybrid CrossFireXTM technology, please check AMD website for up dates and details. 24 - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 25
Guide This motherboard supports supported with Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 / VistaTM / 7 OS. Quad CrossFireXTM feature are supported with Windows® VistaTM / 7 OS only. Please check AMD website for ATITM CrossFireXTM driver updates graphics card manuals for detailed installation guide. Step 1. - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 26
Bridge is provided with the graphics card you purchase, not bundled with this motherboard. Please refer to your graphics card vendor for details.) CrossFire Bridge or Step 3. Connect the DVI monitor cable to the DVI connector on the Radeon graphics card on PCIE2 slot. (You may use the DVI - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 27
prior to installation. Please check AMD website for ATITM driver updates. Step 3. Step 4. Step 5. Install the required drivers to your system. For Windows® XP OS: A. ATITM recommends Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or higher to be installed (If you have Windows® XP Service Pack 2 or higher installed in - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 28
is used only for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without intent to infringe. * For further information of ATITM CrossFireXTM technology, please check AMD website for updates and details. 28 - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 29
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 clear-CMOS action - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 30
No. 32) USB_PWR P-11 P+11 GND DUMMY 1 GND P+10 P-10 USB_PWR USB_PWR P-9 P+9 GND DUMMY 1 GND P+8 P-8 USB_PWR motherboard. Besides four default USB 2.0 ports on the I/O panel, there are three USB 2.0 headers on this motherboard. Each USB 2.0 header can support two USB 2.0 ports. This header supports - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 31
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 activate the front mic. For Windows® XP / XP 64-bit OS: Select "Mixer". Select "Recorder". Then click "FrontMic". For Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 32
UEFI or AXTU utility. (3-pin CHA_FAN3) (see p.12 No. 12) (3-pin PWR_FAN1) (see p.12 No. 2) GND +12V CHA_FAN_SPEED PWR_FAN_SPEED +12V GND CPU Fan Connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.12 No. 6) 1 2 3 4 Please connect the CPU fan cable to the connector and match the black wire to the ground pin. 32 - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 33
) 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. Pin 1-3 Connected 3-Pin Fan Installation (3-pin CPU_FAN2) (see p.12 No. 5) ATX - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 34
No.31) HDMI_SPDIF Header (2-pin HDMI_SPDIF1) (see p.12 No. 33) RRXD1 DDTR#1 DDSR#1 CCTS#1 1 RRI#1 RRTS#1 GND TTXD1 DDCD#1 1 GND SPDIFOUT This COM1 header supports a serial port module. HDMI_SPDIF header, providing SPDIF audio output to HDMI VGA card, allows the system to con nect HDMI Digital TV - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 35
2.10 Smart Switches This motherboard has three smart switches: power switch, reset switch and clear CMOS switch, allowing users to quickly turn on/off or reset the system or clear - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 36
used to provide code information, which makes troubleshooting even easier. Please see the diagrams below Core is started Pre-memory CPU initialization is started Pre-memory CPU initialization (CPU module specific) Pre-memory CPU initialization (CPU module specific) Pre-memory CPU initialization (CPU - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 37
Speed CPU mismatch CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed Internal CPU error reset PPI is not available Reserved for future AMI error codes S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL) S3 Boot Script execution Video - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 38
Services CPU DXE initialization is started CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific) CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific) CPU DXE initialization (CPU module specific) CPU DXE initialization (CPU Device Selection (BDS) phase is started Driver connecting is started PCI Bus initialization is - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 39
section below) Ready To Boot event Legacy Boot event Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address future AMI codes OEM BDS initialization codes CPU initialization error North Bridge initialization error update is failed Reset protocol is not available 39 - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 40
hard disk. 2.13 Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for SATA3 HDDs This motherboard supports Hot Plug and Hot Swap functions for SATA3 in RAID / AHCI mode. AMD SB850 chipset provides hardware support for Advanced Host controller Interface (AHCI), a new programming interface for SATA host controllers - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 41
is installed into system properly. The latest SATA3 driver is available on our support website: www.asrock.com 4. Make sure to use the SATA power cable & data cable, which are from our motherboard package. 5. Please follow below instructions step by step to reduce the risk of HDD crash or data - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 42
Plug: Please do follow below instruction sequence to process the Hot ) to the power supply 1x4-pin cable. the motherboard's SATA3 connector. SATA power cable 1x4-pin power connector process the Hot Unplug: Please do follow below instruction sequence to process the Hot Unplug, improper procedure - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 43
Windows® XP / XP 64-bit With RAID Functions If you want to install Windows® XP / XP 64-bit on a RAID disk composed of 2 or more SATA3 HDDs with RAID " option to [RAID]. STEP 2: Make a SATA3 Driver Diskette. (Please use USB floppy or floppy disk.) A. Insert the ASRock Support CD into your - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 44
refer to the BIOS RAID installation guide part of the document in the following path in the Support CD: .. \ RAID Installation Guide STEP 3: Make a SATA3 Driver Diskette. Make a SATA3 driver diskette by following section 2.16.1 step 2 on page 43. STEP 4: Install Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 45
OS on your system. At the beginning of Windows® setup, press F6 to install a third-party AHCI driver. When prompted, insert the SATA3 driver diskette containing the AMD AHCI driver. After reading the floppy disk, the driver will be presented. Select the driver to install according to the OS you - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 46
Set the "SATA Mode" option to [IDE]. STEP 2: Install Windows® 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OS on your system. 2.18 Untied Overclocking Technology This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology, which means during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to fixed PCI / PCIE - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 47
. The SPI Memory on the motherboard stores the UEFI SETUP UTILITY. You Self-Test (POST) to enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY, otherwise, POST will continue with its test software is constantly being updated, the following UEFI setup screens OC Tweaker To set up overclocking features Advanced To set up - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 48
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 - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 49
Mode Use this to select Overclock Mode. Configuration options: [Auto] and [Manual]. The default value is [Auto]. Spread Spectrum This item should always be [Auto] for better system stability. ASRock UCC ASRock UCC (Unlock CPU Core) feature simplifies AMD CPU activation. As long as a simple switch - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 50
Manual], you may adjust the value of Processor Frequency and Processor Voltage. However, it is recommended to keep the default value for system stability. CPU Frequency (MHz) Use this option to adjust CPU frequency. CPU If [Auto] is selected, the motherboard will detect the memory module(s) inserted - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 51
], [Address bits 6], [Address bits 12], [HASH 1] and [HASH 2]. The default value is [HASH 2]. CAS# Latency (tCL) Use this item to change CAS# Latency (tCL) Auto/Manual setting. The default is [Auto]. RAS# to CAS# Delay (tRCD) Use this item to change RAS# to CAS# Delay (tRCD) Auto - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 52
) Use this item to change Four Activate Window (tFAW) Auto/Manual setting. The default is [Auto]. GPU Clock is [Auto]. CPU Load-Line Calibration CPU Load-Line Calibration helps prevent CPU voltage droop when the system is under heavy load. CPU VDDA Voltage Use this to select CPU VDDA Voltage. The - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 53
for the following items: CPU Configuration, North Bridge Configuration, ASRock Instant Flash ASRock 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 - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 54
). The C1 state is supported through the native processor instructions HLT and MWAIT and requires no hardware support from the chipset. In the C1 power state, the processor maintains the context of the system caches. CPU Thermal Throttle Use this item to enable CPU internal thermal control mechanism - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 55
when you set "Internal Graphics Mode" to [UMA]. Onboard HDMI HD Audio This allows you to enable or disable the onboard HDMI HD Audio in AMD 880G. If you use Dual-link DVI monitor, please set this item to [Disabled]. Surround View This allows you to enable or disable the Surround View - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 56
3.4.3 South Bridge Configuration Onboard HD Audio Select [Auto], [Enabled] or [Disabled] for the onboard HD Audio feature. If you select [Auto], the onboard HD Audio will be disabled when PCI Sound Card is plugged. Front Panel Select [Auto] or [Disabled] for the onboard HD Audio Front Panel. Onboard - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 57
adjust SATA Mode. The default value of this option is [IDE Mode]. Configuration options: [AHCI Mode], [RAID Mode] and [IDE Mode]. If you set this item to RAID mode, it is suggested to install SATA ODD driver on SATA3_5 or eSATA port. SATA IDE Combined Mode This item is for SATA3_5 and eSATA - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 58
3.4.5 Super IO Configuration Serial Port Use this item to enable or disable the onboard serial port. Serial Port Address Use this item to set the address for the onboard serial port. Configuration options: [Auto], [3F8 / IRQ4], [2F8 / IRQ3], [3E8 / IRQ4], [2E8 / IRQ3]. Infrared Port Use this item to - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 59
-detect or disable the Suspend-toRAM feature. Select [Auto] will enable this feature if the OS supports it. Check Ready Bit Use this item to enable or disable the feature Check Ready Bit. Restore this option to [Enabled] if you plan to use this motherboard to submit Windows® VistaTM certification. 59 - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 60
compatibility issue, it is recommended to select [Disabled] to enter OS. [UEFI Setup Only] - USB devices are allowed to use only under UEFI setup and Windows / Linux OS. Legacy USB 3.0 Support Use this option to enable or disable legacy support for USB 3.0 devices. The default value is [Enabled]. 60 - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 61
CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, CPU fan speed, chassis fan speed, and the critical voltage. CPU Fan 1 & 2 Setting This allows you to set the CPU the chassis fan 2 speed. Confi guration options: [Full On] and [Manual Mode]. The default is value [Full On]. Chassis Fan 3 Setting This allows - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 62
3.6 Boot Screen In this section, it will display the available devices on your system for you to configure the boot settings and the boot priority. Setup Prompt Timeout This shows the number of seconds to wait for setup activation key. 65535(0XFFFF) means indefi nite waiting. Bootup Num-Lock If this - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 63
3.7 Security Screen In this section, you may set or change the supervisor/user password for the system. For the user password, you may also clear it. 63 - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 64
3.8 Exit Screen Save Changes and Exit When you select this option, it will pop-out the following message, "Save configuration changes and exit setup?" Select [OK] to save the changes and exit the UEFI SETUP UTILITY. Discard Changes and Exit When you select this option, it will pop-out the following - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 65
install the necessary drivers to activate the devices. 4.2.3 Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the applications software that the motherboard supports. Click on a specific item then follow the installation wizard to install it. 4.2.4 Contact Information If you need to contact ASRock or want to - ASRock 880G Pro3 | User Manual - Page 66
HDD Larger Than 2TB This motherboard is adopting UEFI BIOS that allows Windows® OS to be installed on a large size HDD (>2TB). Please follow below procedure to install the operating system. 1. Please make sure to use Windows® VistaTM 64-bit (with SP1 or above) or Windows® 7 64-bit. 2. Set AHCI Mode
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880G Pro3
User Manual
Version 1.0
Published January 2011
Copyright©2011 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.