Am1b Itx
Am1b Itx
Am1b Itx
Version 1.1
Published October 2014
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Chapter 1 Introduction 1
1.1 Package Contents 1
1.2 Specifications 2
Chapter 2 Installation 12
2.1 Installing the CPU 13
3.2 A-Tuning 25
3.3 Start8 28
4.5 Tools 47
Chapter 1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing ASRock AM1B-ITX motherboard, a reliable motherboard
produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent
performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s commitment to quality
and endurance.
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 modifica-
tions of this manual occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock’s website
without further notice. If you require technical support related to this motherboard,
please visit our website for specific information about the model you are using. You
may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support list on ASRock’s website as well.
ASRock website http://www.asrock.com.
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1.2 Specifications
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Graphics • Integrated AMD Radeon R3 Series Graphics in A-series /
E-series APU
• DirectX 11.1, Pixel Shader 5.0
• Max. shared memory 4GB
• Three graphics output options: D-Sub, DVI-D and HDMI
• Supports HDMI with max. resolution up to 4K × 2K
(4096x2160) @ 24Hz or 4K × 2K (3840x2160) @ 30Hz
• Supports DVI-D with max. resolution up to 1920x1200 @
60Hz
• Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to 2048x1536 @
60Hz
• Supports Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color (12bpc), xvYCC and
HBR (High Bit Rate Audio) with HDMI Port (Compliant
HDMI monitor is required)
• Supports HDCP with DVI-D and HDMI Ports
• Supports Full HD 1080p Blu-ray (BD) playback with DVI-D
and HDMI Ports
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Spike Protection)
• 1 x USB 3.0 Header by ASMedia ASM1042A (Supports 2 USB
3.0 ports) (Supports Full Spike Protection)
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BIOS • 32Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support
Feature • Supports “Plug and Play”
• ACPI 1.1 compliance wake up events
• Supports jumperfree
• SMBIOS 2.3.1 support
• DRAM Voltage multi-adjustment
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Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjust-
ing the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-
party overclocking tools. Overclocking may affect your system’s stability, or even cause
damage to the components and devices of your system. It should be done at your own
risk and expense. We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking.
Due to the operating system limitation, the actual memory size may be less than 4GB for
the reservation for system usage under Windows® 8 / 7 / XP. For Windows® 64-bit OS with
64-bit CPU, there is no such limitation. You can use ASRock XFast RAM to utilize the
memory that Windows® cannot use.
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1.3 Unique Features
ASRock 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 and a whole lot more.
Time Analysis of Your Data: With the status window, you can easily recognize
which data streams you are currently transferring.
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ASRock Easy Driver Installer
For users that don’t have an optical disk drive to install the drivers from our support
CD, Easy Driver Installer is a handy tool in the UEFI that installs the LAN driver
to your system via an USB storage device, then downloads and installs the other
required drivers automatically.
LED will automatically switch off the Power and LAN LEDs when the system enters
into Standby/Hibernation mode as well.
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Mouse
T: USB0
B: USB1
PWR_FAN1
CMOS
BATTERY
VGA1
PARALLEL PORT
ATXPWR1
CPU_FAN1
PANEL 1
RESET
PLED PWRBTN
SPEAKER1
HDLED
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SATA3_2
1 32Mb
USB4_5
BIOS
RJ-45 LAN
1 COM1
USB 3.0 LAN
T: USB0 1
SATA3_A1
SATA3_A2
B: USB1 USB3_2_3
AUDIO
LINE IN
Top:
MIC IN
Bottom:
FRONT
Center:
CODEC TPMS1
HD_AUDIO1 1
1 CHA_FAN1
PCIE1
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No. Description
1 Power Fan Connector (PWR_FAN1)
2 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS1)
3 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)
4 Chassis Intrusion Header (CI1)
5 2 x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM Slots (DDR3_A1, DDR3_A2)
6 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
7 Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER1)
8 System Panel Header (PANEL1)
9 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_1)
10 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_2)
11 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_A2)
12 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_A1)
13 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1)
14 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_2_3)
15 TPM Header (TPMS1)
16 COM Port Header (COM1)
17 USB 2.0 Header (USB4_5)
18 USB 2.0 Header (USB6_7)
19 Front Panel Audio Header (HD_AUDIO1)
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1 2 3 5
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* There are two LEDs on each LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.
ACT/LINK LED
SPEED LED
LAN Port
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Chapter 2 Installation
This is a Mini-ITX form factor motherboard. Before you install the motherboard,
study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.
Pre-installation Precautions
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components
or change any motherboard settings.
• Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard.
Failure to do so may cause physical injuries to you and damages to motherboard
components.
• In order to avoid damage from static electricity to the motherboard’s components,
NEVER place your motherboard directly on a carpet. Also remember to use a grounded
wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you handle the components.
• Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs.
• Whenever you uninstall any components, place them on a grounded anti-static pad or
in the bag that comes with the components.
• When placing screws to secure the motherboard to the chassis, please do not over-
tighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.
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Please turn off the power or remove the power cord before changing a CPU or heatsink.
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2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM)
This motherboard provides two 240-pin DDR3 (Double Data Rate 3) DIMM slots.
It is not allowed to install a DDR or DDR2 memory module into a DDR3 slot; other-
wise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged.
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.
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2.4 Expansion Slot (PCI Express Slot)
There is 1 PCI Express slot on the motherboard.
Before installing an 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.
PCIe slot:
PCIE1 (PCIe 2.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x4 lane width graphics
cards.
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CLRCMOS1 allows you to clear the data in CMOS. To clear and reset the system
parameters to default setup, please turn off the computer and unplug the power
cord from the power supply. After waiting for 15 seconds, use a jumper cap to
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. Please be noted that the password,
date, time, and user default profile will be cleared only if the CMOS battery is
removed.
If you clear the CMOS, the case open may be detected. Please adjust the BIOS option
“Clear Status” to clear the record of previous chassis intrusion status.
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2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors
Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place jumper caps over
these headers and connectors. Placing jumper caps over the headers and connectors
will cause permanent damage to the motherboard.
The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists
of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc.
When connecting your chassis front panel module to this header, make sure the wire
assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly.
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SATA3_A2 SATA3_2
SATA3_A1 SATA3_1
(SATA3_1: connectors support SATA
see p.9, No. 9) data cables for internal
(SATA3_2: storage devices with up to
see p.9, No. 10) 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate.
(SATA3_A1:
see p.9, No. 12)
(SATA3_A2:
see p.9, No. 11)
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1. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the chassis must
support HDA to function correctly. Please follow the instructions in our manual and
chassis manual to install your system.
2. If you use an AC’97 audio panel, please install it to the front panel audio header by
the steps below:
A. Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to MIC2_L.
B. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to OUT2_L.
C. Connect Ground (GND) to Ground (GND).
D. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for the HD audio panel only. You don’t need to
connect them for the AC’97 audio panel.
E. To activate the front mic, go to the “FrontMic” Tab in the Realtek Control panel
and adjust “Recording Volume”.
(3-pin PWR_FAN1)
(see p.9, No. 1)
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GND
GND
+3VSB
PCICLK
LAD3
FRAME
+3V
LAD0
GND
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Chapter 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.
Drivers Menu
The drivers compatible to your system will be auto-detected and listed on the
support CD driver page. Please click Install All or follow the order from top to
bottom to install those required drivers. Therefore, the drivers you install can work
properly.
Utilities Menu
The Utilities Menu shows the application software that the motherboard supports.
Click on a specific item then follow the installation wizard to install it.
To improve Windows 7 compatibility, please download and install the following hot
fix provided by Microsoft.
“KB2720599”: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2720599/en-us
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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 and a whole lot more.
Operation Mode
Choose an operation mode for your computer.
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Tools
Various tools and utilities.
XFast RAM
Boost the system’s performance and extend the HDD’s or SDD’s lifespan! Create a
hidden partition, then assign which files should be stored in the RAM drive.
Fast Boot
Fast Boot minimizes your computer's boot time. Please note that Ultra Fast mode
is only supported by Windows 8 and the VBIOS must support UEFI GOP if you are
using an external graphics card.
OMG
Schedule the starting and ending hours of Internet access granted to other users.
Place X marks on the time table to disable the Internet.
FAN-Tastic Tuning
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Configure up to five different fan speeds using the graph. The fans will automatically
shift to the next speed level when the assigned temperature is met.
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Dehumidifier
Prevent motherboard damages due to dampness. Enable this function and
configure the period of time until the computer powers on, and the duration of the
dehumidifying process.
System Info
View information about the system.
Tech Service
Contact Tech Service.
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3.3 Start8
For those Windows 8 users who miss the Start Menu, Start8 is an ideal solution that
brings back the familiar Start Menu along with added customizations for greater
efficiency.
Select between the Windows 7 style and Windows 8 style Start Menu. Then select
the theme of the Start Menu and customize the style of the Start icon.
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Configure
Configure provides configuration options, including icon sizes, which shortcuts you
want Start Menu to display, quick access to recently used apps, the functionality of
the power button, and more.
Control
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Control lets you configure what a click on the start button or a press on the
Windows key does.
Desktop
Desktop allows you to disable the hot corners when you are working on the desktop.
It also lets you choose whether or not the system boots directly into desktop mode
and bypass the Metro user interface.
About
Displays information about Start8.
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Because the UEFI software is constantly being updated, the following UEFI setup
screens and descriptions are for reference purpose only, and they may not exactly
match what you see on your screen.
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4.1.2 Navigation Keys
Use < > key or < > key to choose among the selections on the menu bar, and
use < > key or < > key to move the cursor up or down to select items, then
press <Enter> to get into the sub screen. You can also use the mouse to click your
required item.
Please check the following table for the descriptions of each navigation key.
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4.3 OC Tweaker Screen
In the OC Tweaker screen, you can set up overclocking features.
Because the UEFI software is constantly being updated, the following UEFI setup
screens and descriptions are for reference purpose only, and they may not exactly
match what you see on your screen.
DRAM Frequency
If [Auto] is selected, the motherboard will detect the memory module(s) inserted
and assign the appropriate frequency automatically.
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Bank Interleaving
Interleaving allows memory accesses to be spread out over banks on the same node, or
accross nodes, decreasing access contention.
Voltage Configuration
DRAM Voltage
Use this to select DRAM Voltage. The default value is [Auto].
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Setting wrong values in this section may cause the system to malfunction.
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4.4.1 CPU Configuration
SVM
When this option is set to [Enabled], a VMM (Virtual Machine Architecture) can
utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by AMD-V. The default value is
[Enabled]. Configuration options: [Enabled] and [Disabled].
Core C6 Mode
Use this item to enable or disable Core C6 mode. The default value is [Enabled].
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Share Memory
Configure the size of memory that is allocated to the integrated graphics processor
when the system boots up.
Onboard HD Audio
Enable/disable onboard HD audio. Set to Auto to enable onboard HD audio and
automatically disable it when a sound card is installed.
Front Panel
Enable/disable front panel HD audio.
Onboard LAN
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Restore on AC/Power Loss
Select the power state after a power failure. If [Power Off] is selected, the power will
remain off when the power recovers. If [Power On] is selected, the system will start
to boot up when the power recovers.
Spread Spectrum
Enable Spread Spectrum to reduce electromagnetic interference for passing EMI
tests.
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SATA Controller(s)
Enable/disable the SATA controllers.
AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) supports NCQ and other new features
that will improve SATA disk performance but IDE mode does not have these advan-
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4.4.4 Super IO Configuration
Serial Port
Enable or disable the Serial port.
Parallel Port
Enable or disable the Parallel port.
Change Settings
Select the address of the Parallel port.
Device Mode
Select the device mode according to your connected device.
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Suspend to RAM
It is recommended to select auto for ACPI S3 power saving.
Deep Sleep
Configure deep sleep mode for power saving when the computer is shut down.
Allow the system to be waked up by a PCI device and enable wake on LAN.
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Ring-In Power On
Allow the system to be waked up by onboard COM port modem Ring-In signals.
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USB Controller
Enable or disable all the USB ports.
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4.4.7 Trusted Computing
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4.5 Tools
Instant Flash
Save UEFI files in your USB storage device and run Instant Flash to update your
UEFI.
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Internet Flash
ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates the latest UEFI firmware version
from our servers for you. Please setup network configuration before using Internet
Flash.
*For BIOS backup and recovery purpose, it is recommended to plug in your USB
pen drive before using this function.
Network Configuration
Use this to configure internet connection settings for Internet Flash.
Internet Setting
Enable or disable sound effects in the setup utility.
Dehumidifier Function
If Dehumidifier Function is enabled, the computer will power on automatically to
dehumidify the system after entering S4/S5 state.
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Dehumidifier Period
Configure the period of time until the computer powers on and enables
Dehumidifier after entering S4/S5 state.
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Dehumidifier Duration
Configure the duration of the dehumidifying process before it returns to S4/S5
state.
Max: 255
Min: 1
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4.6 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen
This section allows you to monitor the status of the hardware on your system,
including the parameters of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, fan
speed and voltage.
Enable or disable Case Open Feature to detect whether the chassis cover has been
removed.
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Fast Boot
Fast Boot minimizes your computer's boot time. In fast mode you may not boot
from an USB storage device. Ultra Fast mode is only supported by Windows 8 and
the VBIOS must support UEFI GOP if you are using an external graphics card.
Please notice that Ultra Fast mode will boot so fast that the only way to enter this
UEFI Setup Utility is to Clear CMOS or run the Restart to UEFI utility in Windows.
Bootup Num-Lock
Select whether Num Lock should be turned on or off when the system boots up.
Enable to display the boot logo or disable to show normal POST messages.
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AddOn ROM Display
Enable AddOn ROM Display to see the AddOn ROM messages or configure the
AddOn ROM if you've enabled Full Screen Logo. Disable for faster boot speed.
CSM
Enable to launch the Compatibility Support Module. Please do not disable unless
you’re running a WHCK test. If you are using Windows 8 64-bit and all of your
devices support UEFI, you may also disable CSM for faster boot speed.
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4.8 Security Screen
In this section you may set or change the supervisor/user password for the system.
You may also clear the user password.
Supervisor Password
Set or change the password for the administrator account. Only the administrator
has authority to change the settings in the UEFI Setup Utility. Leave it blank and
press enter to remove the password.
User Password
Set or change the password for the user account. Users are unable to change the
settings in the UEFI Setup Utility. Leave it blank and press enter to remove the
password.
Secure Boot
Enable to support Windows 8 Secure Boot.
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Discard Changes
When you select this option the following message, “Discard changes?” will pop
out. Select [OK] to discard all changes.
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Contact Information
If you need to contact ASRock or want to know more about ASRock, you’re welcome
to visit ASRock’s website at http://www.asrock.com; or you may contact your dealer
for further information. For technical questions, please submit a support request
form at http://www.asrock.com/support/tsd.asp
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