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G31M-VS User Manual Version 1.0 Published March 2009 Copyright©2009 ASRock INC. All rights reserved. 1 - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 2
to infringe. Disclaimer: Specifications and information contained in this manual are furnished for informational ), even if ASRock has been advised of the possibility of such damages arising from any defect or error in the manual or product. adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 3
2.11 Driver Installation Guide ...24 2.12 Untied Overclocking Technology ...24 3 BIOS S ETUP UTILITY ...25 SETUP 3.1 Introduction ...3.1.1 BIOS Menu Bar ...3.1.2 Navigation Keys ...3.2 Main Screen ...3.3 Smart Screen ...3.4 Advanced Screen ...3.4.1 CPU Configuration ...3.4.2 Chipset Configuration - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 4
4 Software Support ...43 4.1 Install Operating System ...4.2 Support CD Information ...4.2.1 Running Support CD ...4.2.2 Drivers Menu ...4.2.3 Utilities Menu ...4.2.4 Contact Information ...43 43 43 43 43 43 4 - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 5
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 - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 6
Celeron®, supporting Dual Core Wolfdale processors - Supports CPU power up to 65W - Supports FSB1333/1066/800 MHz - Supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 1) - Supports Untied Overclocking Technology (see CAUTION 2) - Supports EM64T CPU - Northbridge: Intel® G31 - Southbridge: Intel® ICH7 - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 7
VCCM Voltage Multi-adjustment - Supports Smart BIOS - Drivers, Utilities, AntiVirus Software (Trial Version) - ASRock OC Tuner (see CAUTION 8) - Intelligent Energy Saver (see CAUTION 9) - Instant Boot - Hybrid Booster: - CPU Frequency Stepless Control (see CAUTION 10) - ASRock U-COP (see CAUTION 11 - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 8
for system usage under Windows® XP and Windows® VistaTM. For Windows® XP 64-bit and Windows® VistaTM 64bit with 64-bit CPU, there is no such limitation. 5. The maximum shared memory size is defined by the chipset vendor and is subject to change. Please check Intel ® website for the latest - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 9
10. Although this motherboard offers stepless control, it is not recommended to perform over-clocking. Frequencies other than the recommended CPU bus frequencies may cause the instability of the system or damage the CPU. 11. While CPU overheat is detected, the system will automatically shutdown. - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 10
Intel G31 Chipset 21 20 19 HD_AUDIO1 G31M-VS USB 2.0 T: USB2 B: USB3 22.4cm (8.8 in) 1 COM1 VGA1 1 6 PCIE1 CD1 AUDIO CODEC 18 17 16 15 4Mb BIOS CMOS Battery RoHS PCI1 Intel ICH7 IDE1 PANEL 1 PLED PWRBTN 7 USB6_7 CHA_FAN1 1 SATAII_1 SATAII_2 SPEAKER1 1 CLRCMOS1 1 1 HDLED RESET - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 11
8 9 10 Microphone (Pink) USB 2.0 Ports (USB01) VGA Port COM Port PS/2 Keyboard Port (Purple) * 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 - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 12
G31M-VS is a Micro ATX form factor (8.8" x 6.7", 22.4 x 17.0 cm) motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 13
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. Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 14
CPU is within the socket and properly mated to the orient keys. Step 3. Remove PnP Cap (Pick and Place Cap): Use your left hand index finger and thumb to support PnP cap. 2. This cap must be placed if returning the motherboard for after service. Step 4. Close the socket: Step 4-1. Rotate the load - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 15
are securely fastened and in good contact with each other. Then connect the CPU fan to the CPU_FAN connector (CPU_FAN1, see page 10, No. 3). For proper installation, please kindly refer to the instruction manuals of your CPU fan and heatsink. Below is an example to illustrate the installation of the - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 16
2.5 Installation of Memor y Modules (DIMM) G31M-VS motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR2 (Double Data Rate 2) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. For dual channel configuration, you always need to install two identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) memory modules - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 17
) There are 1 PCI slot and 1 PCI Express slot on this motherboard. PCI slot: PCI slot is used to install expansion card that has Express VGA card to PCIE1 (PCIE x16 slot) and adjust the "Internal Graphics Mode Select" BIOS option to [Enabled, 1MB] or [Enabled, 8MB], the onboard VGA will be enabled, - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 18
(CLRCMOS1, 2-pin jumper) (see p.10 No. 15) 2-pin jumper 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 - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 19
devices to the motherboard 80-conductor ATA 66/100 cable Note: Please refer to the instruction of your IDE device vendor for the details. Serial ATAII Connectors (SATAII_1: see p.10, No. 12) (SATAII_2: see p.10, No. 11) SATAII_1 SATAII_2 These Serial ATAII (SATAII) connectors support SATAII or - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 20
p.10 No. 21) 1 GND P R E S EN C E# MI C _ R ET O U T_ R ET O U T2_L J_ S EN S E O U T2_ R MI C 2_ R MI C 2_L 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 - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 21
E. Enter BIOS Setup Utility. Enter Advanced Settings, and then select Chipset Configuration. Set the Front Panel Control option from [Auto] to [Enabled]. F. Enter Windows system. Click the icon on the lower right hand taskbar to enter Realtek HD Audio Manager. For Windows® 2000 / XP / XP 64-bit OS: - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 22
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 ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.10 No. 4) 24 12 13 1 Please connect an ATX power supply to - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 23
guide. Some default setting of SATAII hard disks may not be at SATAII mode, which operate with the best performance. In order to enable SATAII function, please follow the below instruction website for details: http://www.hitachigst.com/hdd/support/download.htm The above examples are just for your - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 24
and listed on the support CD driver page. Please follow the order from up to bottom side to install those required drivers. Therefore, the drivers you install can work properly. 2 . 1 2 Untied Overclocking T echnology Technology This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology, which means - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 25
by pressing + + , or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis. You may also restart by turning the system off and then back on. Because the BIOS software is constantly being updated, the following BIOS setup screens and descriptions are for reference purpose only, and - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 26
System Time System Date BIOS Version Processor Type [14:00:09] [Fri 03/13/2009] Use [Enter], [TAB] or [SHIFT-TAB] to select a field. Use [+] or [-] to configure system Time. : G31M-VS P1.00 : Intel (R) CPU 2.80GHz (64bit) : 2800MHz Processor Speed Microcode Update : F62/F : 4096KB Cache Size - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 27
will pop-out the following message, "Save configuration changes and exit setup?" Select [OK] to save the changes and exit the BIOS SETUP UTILITY. Load BIOS Defaults Load BIOS default values for all the setup questions. F9 key can be used for this operation. Load Performance Setup Default (IDE/SATA - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 28
Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced CPU Configuration Overclock Mode CPU Frequency (MHz) PCIE Frequency (MHz) Boot Failure Guard Spread Spectrum Ratio Status Ratio Actual Value Ratio CMOS Setting [Auto] [200] [100] [Enabled] [Auto] Select the over clock mode. Unlocked (Min: 12, Max: 14) 14 - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 29
processor that supports Hyper-Threading technology and an operating system that includes optimization for this technology, such as Microsoft® Windows® XP. Set to [Enabled] if using Microsoft® Windows® XP, or Linux kernel version 2.4.18 or higher. This option will be hidden if the installed CPU does - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 30
current CPU does not support Intel (R) SpeedStep(tm) tech.. Please note that enabling this function may reduce CPU voltage and lead to system stability or compatibility issue with some power supplies. Please set this item to [Disable] if above issue occurs. 3.4.2 Chipset Configuration BIOS SETUP - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 31
offers breakthrough perfor mance for the motherboard through efficient memory utilization. In under Windows ® VistaTM OS because the driver will 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 - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 32
is [Auto]. Configuration options: [Auto], [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. DRAM RCOMP Setting Use this to adjust DRAM RCOMP - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 33
3.4.3 ACPI Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced ACPI the Suspend-to-RAM feature. Select [Auto] will enable this feature if the system supports it. Restore on AC/Power Loss This allows you to set the power state after you plan to use this motherboard to submit Windows® VistaTM certification. 33 - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 34
then SATAII_2 will not work. Likewise, if it is set to [IDE 1, SATA 2], then SATAII_1 will not work. Because Intel® ICH7 south bridge only supports two IDE devices under legacy OS (Windows NT), you have to choose [SATA 1, SATA2], [SATA 1, IDE 1], or [IDE 1, SATA 2] when the installed device is used - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 35
]: This is used for IDE CD/DVD drives. [ARMD]: This is used for IDE ARMD (ATAPI Removable Media Device), such as MO. LBA/Large Mode Use this item to select the LBA/Large mode for a hard disk > 512 MB under DOS and Windows; for Netware and UNIX user, select [Disabled] to disable - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 36
to maximize the IDE hard disk data transfer rate. 3.4.5 PCIPnP Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Advanced PCI / PnP Settings PCI Latency Timer PCI IDE default value unless the installed PCI expansion cards' specifications require other settings. PCI IDE BusMaster Use this item to enable - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 37
3.4.6 Super IO Configuration BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced Configure Super IO Chipset Serial Port Address Parallel Port Address Parallel Port Mode EPP Version ECP Mode DMA Channel Parallel Port IRQ [3F8 / IRQ4] [378] [ECP + EPP] [1.9] [DMA3] [IRQ7] Allow BIOS to Enable or Disable Floppy Controller. + - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 38
this item to enable or disable the USB 2.0 support. Legacy USB Support Use this option to select legacy support for USB devices. There are four configuration options: [Enabled], [Auto], [Disabled] and [BIOS Setup Only]. The default value is [BIOS Setup Only]. Please refer to below descriptions for - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 39
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. BIOS SETUP UTILITY Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Main Smart Security Exit Hardware Health Event Monitoring - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 40
Smart BIOS SETUP CD / DVD: 3S - CD - ROM C] [USB] Configure Settings during System Boot. Enter F1 F9 F10 ESC Select Screen Select Item Go to Sub Screen General Help Load Defaults Save and Exit Exit v02.54 (C) Copyright 1985-2005, American Megatrends, Inc. 3.6.1 Boot Settings Configuration BIOS - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 41
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 Advanced H/W Monitor Boot Main Smart Security Exit Security Settings Supervisor Password User Password : Not Installed : Not Installed Install or Change - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 42
and exit setup?" Select [OK] to save the changes and exit the BIOS SETUP UTILITY. Discard Changes and Exit When you select this option, it message, "Discard changes and exit setup?" Select [OK] to exit the BIOS SETUP UTILITY without saving any changes. Discard Changes When you select this option - ASRock G31M-VS | User Manual - Page 43
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
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G31M-VS
User Manual
Version 1.0
Published March 2009
Copyright©2009 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.