ASRock X58 Deluxe Quick Installation Guide - Page 17
English, Installing an expansion card
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1. In single VGA card mode, it is recommended to install a PCI Express x16 graphics card on PCIE1 slot. 2. In CrossFireXTM mode or 2-Way SLITM mode, please install PCI Express x16 graphics cards on PCIE1 and PCIE3 slots. Therefore, both these two slots will work at x16 bandwidth. 3. In 3-Way SLITM mode, please install PCI Express x16 graphics cards on PCIE1, PCIE2 and PCIE3 slots. Therefore, PCIE3 slot will work at x16 bandwidth while PCIE1 and PCIE2 slots will work at x8 bandwidth. 4. In Quad CrossFireXTM mode, please install PCI Express x16 graphics cards on PCIE1, PCIE2, PCIE3 and PCIE4 slots. Therefore, all these four slots will work at x8 bandwidth. 5. Please connect a chassis fan to motherboard chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2) when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. Installing an expansion card Step 1. Before installing the expansion card, please make sure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the documentation of 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 4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. Step 5. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws. Step 6. Replace the system cover. 17 ASRock X58 Deluxe Motherboard English