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980DE3/U3S3 User Manual Version 1.0 Published October 2012 Copyright©2012 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. 1 - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | 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 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 3
Motherboard Layout 12 1.5 I/O Panel 13 2. Installation 14 Pre-installation Precautions 14 2.1 CPU Installation 15 2.2 Installation of CPU / SATA3 HDD Hot Plug Feature and Operation Operation Guide 26 2.10 Driver Installation Guide 28 2.11 Installing Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 4
46 3.4.7 USB Configuration 47 3.5 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen 48 3.6 Boot Screen 49 3.7 Security Screen 50 3.8 Exit Screen 51 4. Software Support 52 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 - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 5
.asrock.com/support/index.asp 1.1 Package Contents ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 Quick Installation Guide ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 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 - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 6
Design - Supports CPU up to 140W - Supports AMD OverDriveTM with ACC feature (Advanced Clock Calibration) - Supports AMD's Cool 'n' QuietTM Technology - FSB 2600 MHz (5.2 GT/s) - Supports Untied Overclocking Technology - Supports Hyper-Transport 3.0 (HT 3.0) Technology - Northbridge: AMD RX881/760G - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 7
6 USB 2.0 ports) - 1 x USB 3.0 header (supports 2 USB 3.0 ports) - 16Mb AMI Legal BIOS - Supports "Plug and Play" - ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events - Supports jumperfree - SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support - CPU, VCCM, NB Voltage Multi-adjustment - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version), AMD - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 8
caused by overclocking. CAUTION! 1. Whether 1866/1600MHz memory speed is supported depends on the AM3/AM3+ CPU you adopt. If you want to adopt DDR3 1866/1600 memory module on this motherboard, please refer to the memory support list on our website for the compatible memory modules. ASRock website - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 9
to update system BIOS without entering operating systems first like MSDOS or Windows®. With this utility, you can press the key during the POST or the key to enter into the BIOS setup menu to access ASRock Instant Flash. Just launch this tool and save the new BIOS file to your USB flash - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 10
and even supports continuous charging when your PC enters into Standby mode (S1), Suspend to RAM (S3), hibernation mode (S4) or power off (S5). With APP Charger driver installed, you can easily enjoy the marvelous charging experience. ASRock XFast USB ASRock XFast USB can boost USB storage device - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 11
. ASRock XFast RAM ASRock XFast RAM fully utilizes the memory space that cannot be used under Windows® OS 32-bit CPU. ASRock XFast or HDDs in order to extend their lifespan. ASRock X-Boost ASRock's X-Boost Technology is a smart auto-overclocking function and is brilliantly designed to unlock the - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 12
bit, 240-pin module) Support 8-Core CPU COM1 SOCKET AM3b 39 38 37 36 35 34 33 32 31 30 USB 2.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 USB 3.0 T: USB0 B: USB1 USB 2.0 T: USB0 Top: RJ-45 B: USB1 Top: LINE IN Center: FRONT Bottom: MIC IN CLRCMOS1 1 PCIE1 AMD RX881/760G Chipset 980DE3/U3S3 LAN PHY XFast LAN Super - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 13
(Pink) 2 3 4 5 8 7 6 6 USB 2.0 Ports (USB01) 7 USB 3.0 Port (USB01) 8 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23) 9 Serial Port: COM1 10 PS/2 Keyboard Port (Purple) * There are two LED below steps for the software setting of Multi-Streaming. For Windows® XP: After restarting your computer, you will find "Mixer - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 14
, 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 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 15
Corner Small Triangle STEP 2 / STEP 3: STEP 4: Match The CPU Golden Triangle Push Down And Lock To The Socket Corner Small The Socket Lever Triangle 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 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 16
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 chip-type) DDR3 DIMM pair - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 17
matches the break on the slot. notch break notch break The 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 orientation. Step 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the slot until the retaining - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 18
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 - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 19
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 ac- tion. Please be noted that the password, date, time, user default profile, 1394 GUID and MAC address will be cleared only if - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 20
end to the motherboard connect the black end to the IDE devices 80-conductor ATA 66/100/133 cable Note: Please refer to the instruction of your IDE (PORT 1) (PORT 3) These six Serial ATA2 (SATA2) connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices. The current SATA2 interface - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 21
hard disk or the SATA3 connector on this 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 an optional wireless transmitting and receiving infrared module - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 22
on the chassis must support HDA to function correctly. Please follow the instruction in our manual and chassis manual to install your system. panel. E. To activate the front mic. For Windows® XP / XP 64-bit OS: Select "Mixer". Select "Recorder". Then click "FrontMic". For Windows® 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 23
) CPU_FAN_SPEED +12V (see p.12 No. 3) GND 1 2 3 4 Please connect the CPU fan cable to the 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 - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 24
of HDMI VGA card to this header. Besides two default USB 3.0 ports on the I/O panel, there is one USB 3.0 header on this motherboard. This USB 3.0 header can support two USB 3.0 ports. ID IntA_P_D+ IntA_P_DGND IntA_P_SSTX+ IntA_P_SSTXGND IntA_P_SSRX+ IntA_P_SSRXVbus 1 Vbus IntA_P_SSRXIntA_P_SSRX - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 25
(SATA2) / Serial ATA3 (SATA3) Hard Disks Installation This motherboard adopts AMD SB710 chipset that supports Serial ATA2 (SATA2) hard disks and RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10 and JBOD) functions. It also adopts ASMedia ASM1061 chipset that supports Serial ATA3 (SATA3) hard disks. You may install - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 26
installed into system properly. The latest SATA / SATA2 / 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 - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 27
supply 1x4-pin cable. Step 2 Connect SATA data cable to the motherboard's SATA2 / SATA3 connector. SATA power cable 1x4-pin power connector of attention, before you process the Hot Unplug: Please do follow below instruction sequence to process the Hot Unplug, improper procedure will cause the SATA - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 28
2.10 Driver Installation Guide To install the drivers to your system, please insert the support CD to your optical drive first. Then, the drivers compatible to your system can be auto-detected and listed on the support CD driver page. Please follow the order from up to bottom side to install those - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 29
function, you need to check the RAID installation guide in the Support CD for proper configuration. Please refer to the BIOS RAID installation guide part of the document in the following path in the Support CD: .. \ RAID Installation Guide STEP 4: Install Windows® XP / XP 64-bit OS on your system - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 30
system. At the beginning of Windows® setup, press F6 to install a third-party AHCI driver. When prompt- ed, insert the SATA / SATA2 / 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 - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 31
install Windows® motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology, which means during overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to fixed PCI / PCIE buses. Before you enable Untied Overclocking function, please enter "Overclock Mode" option of BIOS setup to set the selection from [Auto] to [Manual - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 32
motherboard stores the BIOS SETUP UTILITY. You may run the BIOS SETUP UTILITY when you start up the computer. Please press or during the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) to enter the BIOS on. Because the BIOS software is constantly being updated, the following BIOS setup screens and descriptions - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 33
Security Exit System Overview System Time System Date [17:00:09] [Wed 10/24/2012] BIOS Version : 980DE3/U3S3 P1.00 Processor Type : AMD FX(tm)-8150 Eight Core Processor (64bit) Processor Speed : 3600MHz Microcode Update : 600F12/6000623 L1 Cache Size : 384KB L2 Cache Size : 8192KB L3 - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 34
that overclocing may cause damage to your CPU and motherboard. It should be done at your own risk and expense. CPU Configuration Overclock Mode Use this to select Overclock Mode. Configuration options: [Auto] and [Manual]. The default value is [Auto]. CPU Frequency (MHz) Use this option to adjust - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 35
[Press Enter] [Auto] [200] [100] [Auto] [Enabled] [3] [All Cores] [Auto] [Enabled] [Auto] x31.5 6300 MHZ x31.0 6200 MHz 1.5500 V [Manual] Overclocking may cause damage to your CPU and motherboard. It should be done at your own risk and expense. Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to Sub Screen F1 - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 36
code using [Auto]. You can set one of the standard values as listed: [400MHz DDR3_800], [533MHz DDR3_1066], [667MHz DDR3_1333] and [800MHz DDR3_1600]. DRAM Frequency If [Auto] is selected, the motherboard Auto/Manual setting. The default is [Auto]. TRCD Use this item to change TRCD Auto/Manual - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 37
The default is [Auto]. TWR Use this item to change TWR Auto/Manual setting. The default is [Auto]. TRFC Use this item to change TRFC Auto/Manual setting. The default is [Auto]. TRRD Use this item to change TRRD Auto/Manual setting. The default is [Auto]. TWTR Use this item to change TWTR - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 38
in Flash ROM. This convenient BIOS update tool allows you to update system BIOS without entering operating systems first like MS-DOS or Windows®. Just launch this tool and save the new BIOS file to your USB flash drive, floppy disk or hard drive, then you can update your BIOS only in a few clicks - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 39
). 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 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 40
3.4.2 Chipset Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Chipset Settings Onboard HD Audio Front Panel Onboard Lan Primary Graphics Adapter [Auto] [Auto] [Enabled] [PCI] +F1 F9 F10 ESC Select Screen - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 41
3.4.3 ACPI Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced ACPI Settings Suspend To RAM Check Ready Bit Away Mode Support Restore on AC / or disable the feature Check Ready Bit. Away Mode Support Use this item to enable or disable Away Mode support under Windows® XP Media Center OS. The default value is - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 42
ACPI HPET table Use this item to enable or disable ACPI HPET Table. The default value is [Enabled]. Please set this option to [Enabled] if you plan to use this motherboard to submit Windows® certification. 42 - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 43
3.4.4 Storage Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Storage Configuration Onboard SATA Controller IDE] and [RAID]. If you set this item to RAID mode, it is suggested to install SATA ODD driver on SATAII_5 (PORT 4) and SATAII_6 (PORT 5) ports. SATA IDE Combined Mode This item is for SATAII_5 - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 44
3.4.5 PCIPnP Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Advanced PCI / PnP Settings PCI Latency Timer PCI IDE BusMaster [32] [Enabled] Value in units of PCI clocks for PCI device latency - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 45
3.4.6 Floppy Configuration In this section, you may configure the type of your floppy drive. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Floppy Configuration Floppy A [1.44 MB 312"] Select the type of floppy drive connected to the system. +F1 F9 F10 ESC Select Screen - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 46
SETUP UTILITY Advanced Configure Super IO Chipset OnBoard Floppy Controller Serial Port Address Infrared Port Address [Disabled] [3F8 / IRQ4] [Disabled] Allow BIOS to Enable or Disable Floppy Controller. +F1 F9 F10 ESC Select Screen Select Item Change Option General Help Load Defaults Save and - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 47
issue, it is recommended to select [Disabled] to enter OS. [BIOS Setup Only] - USB devices are allowed to use only under BIOS setup and Windows / Linux OS. USB 3.0 Controller Use this item to enable or disable the use of USB 3.0 controller. USB Keyboard/Remote Power On Use this item to enable or - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 48
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. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main OC Tweaker Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit Hardware Health Event Monitoring - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 49
for you to configure the boot settings and the boot priority. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main OC Tweaker Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit Device] [HDD: PM - HDS722580VL] [CD / DVD: 3S - CD - ROM C] [USB] Select Screen Select Item Enter Go to Sub Screen F1 General Help F9 Load Defaults F10 Save and - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 50
this section, you may set or change the supervisor/user password for the system. For the user password, you may also clear it. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Main OC Tweaker Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Security Exit Security Settings Supervisor Password : Not Installed User Password : Not Installed Change - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 51
Changes When you select this option, it will pop-out the following message, "Discard changes?" Select [OK] to discard all changes. Load BIOS Defaults Load BIOS default values for all the setup questions. F9 key can be used for this operation. Load Performance Setup Default This performance setup - ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 | User Manual - Page 52
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
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980DE3/U3S3
User Manual
Version 1.0
Published October 2012
Copyright©2012 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.