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Published July 2006
Copyright©2006 ASRock INC. All rights reserved.
ASRock K8Upgrade-NF3 Motherboard
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PS2_USB_PW1 Jumper
ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1)
ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
754-Pin CPU Socket
CPU Heatsink Retention Module
CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)
184-pin DDR DIMM Slots (DDR1- 2)
Secondary IDE Connector (IDE2, Black)
Primary IDE Connector (IDE1, Blue)
Primary Serial ATA Connector (SATA1)
Secondary Serial ATA Connector (SATA2)
AGP Slot (1.5V_AGP1)
nVidia Chipset
Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRCMOS2)
Chassis Speaker Header (SPEAKER 1)
System Panel Header (PANEL1)
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Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN1)
USB 2.0 Header (USB67, Blue)
USB 2.0 Header (USB45, Blue)
Floppy Connector (FLOPPY1)
Game Port Header (GAME1)
Front Panel Audio Header (AUDIO1)
JR1 JL1 Jumper
PCI Slots (PCI1- 4)
Internal Audio Connector: CD1 (Black)
Flash Memory
Infrared Module Header (IR1)
J15 Jumper
J9 / J10 Jumper
Future CPU Port (FUTURE_CPU_PORT1)
J1-J8 Jumpers
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Parallel Port
RJ-45 Port
Side Speaker (Gray)
Rear Speaker (Black)
Central / Bass (Orange)
Line In (Light Blue)
Front Speaker (Lime)
8 Microphone (Pink)
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USB 2.0 Ports (USB01)
10 USB 2.0 Ports (USB23)
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Serial Port: COM1
PS/2 Keyboard Port (Purple)
PS/2 Mouse Port (Green)
* If you use 2-channel speaker, please connect the speaker’s plug into “Front Speaker Jack”. See
the table below for connection details in accordance with the type of speaker you use.
TABLE for Audio Output Connection
Audio Output Channels Front Speaker Rear Speaker
Central / Bass
Side Speaker
(No. 7)
(No. 4)
(No. 5)
(No. 3)
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Introduction
Introduction
Introduction
Introduction
Introduction
1.1.1.1.1.
Thank you for purchasing ASRock K8Upgrade-NF3 motherboard, a reliable
motherboard produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It de-
livers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s commit-
ment to quality and endurance.
This Quick Installation Guide contains introduction of the motherboard and step-by-
step installation guide. More detailed information of the motherboard can be found in
the user manual presented in 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 website without further notice. You
may find the latest memory and CPU support lists on ASRock website
as well.
ASRock website http://www.asrock.com
Package Contents
Package Contents
Package Contents
Package Contents
Package Contents
1.11.11.11.11.1
1 x ASRock K8Upgrade-NF3 Motherboard
(ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 7.5-in, 30.5 cm x 19.1 cm)
1 x ASRock K8Upgrade-NF3 Quick Installation Guide
1 x ASRock K8Upgrade-NF3 Support CD
1 x Ultra ATA 66/100/133 IDE Ribbon Cable (80-conductor)
1 x 3.5-in Floppy Drive Ribbon Cable
1 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cable (Optional)
1 x Serial ATA (SATA) HDD Power Cable (Optional)
1 x ASRock 8CH I/O Shield
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Memory:
2 x DDR DIMM Slots: DDR1 and DDR2
ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 7.5-in, 30.5 cm x 19.1 cm
754-Pin Socket Supporting advanced 64-bit AMD AthlonTM 64
and 32-bit / 64-bit Sempron Processors
Supports AMD’s Cool ‘n’ QuietTM Technology (see CAUTION 1)
Bridge: nVidia nForce3 250 Series
Supports Untied Overclocking Technology
(see CAUTION 2)
Supports USB 2.0, ATA 133, SATA 1.5Gb/s
Support PC3200 (DDR400) / PC2700 (DDR333) /
PC2100 (DDR266), Max. 2GB
IDE1: ATA 133 / Ultra DMA Mode 6
IDE2: ATA 133 / Ultra DMA Mode 6
Supports up to 4 IDE Devices
2 x SATA Connectors
Supports up to 2 SATA Devices at 1.5Gb/s Data Transfer Rate
(Not Support “Hot Plug” function)
Supports up to 2 Floppy Disk Drives
7.1 channels AC’97 Audio
Speed: 802.3u (10/100 Ethernet), Supports Wake-On-LAN
Specifications
Specifications
Specifications
Specifications
Specifications
1.21.21.21.21.2
Platform:
CPU:
Chipsets:
IDE:
Serial ATA:
Floppy Port:
Audio:
LAN:
Hardware Monitor: CPU Temperature Sensing
Motherboard Temperature Sensing
CPU Overheat Shutdown to Protect CPU Life
(ASRock U-COP)(see CAUTION 3)
CPU Fan Tachometer
Chassis Fan Tachometer
Voltage Monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, Vcore
Supports CPU upgrade from AMD 754-Pin CPU to AMD 939-Pin
CPU or other future CPU, such as 940-Pin CPU (M2)
(see page 8 for details)
4 x PCI Slots, PCI Specification 2.2
1 x AGP Slot
Supports 1.5V, 8X / 4X AGP Card (see CAUTION 4)
8 USB 2.0 Ports:
4 Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports on the I/O Panel
Plus 2 On-Board Headers Supporting 4 Extra USB 2.0 Ports
(see CAUTION 5)
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Future CPU Port:
PCI Slots:
AGP Slot:
USB 2.0:
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ASRock 8CH I/O:
BIOS:
OS:
1 PS/2 Mouse Port, 1 PS/2 Keyboard Port
1 Serial Port: COM1
1 Parallel Port (ECP/EPP Support)
4 Ready-to-Use USB 2.0 Ports
1 RJ-45 Port
Audio Jack: Side Speaker / Rear Speaker / Central/Bass /
Line In / Front Speaker / Microphone
(see CAUTION 6)
AMI Legal BIOS
Supports “Plug and Play”
ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events
SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support
CPU Frequency Stepless Control
(only for advanced users’ reference, see CAUTION 7)
Microsoft® Windows® 98 SE / ME / 2000 / XP compliant
CAUTION!
1. For power-saving’s sake, it is strongly recommended to enable AMD’s Cool ‘n’
QuietTM technology under Windows system. See APPENDIX on page 40 of
“User Manual” in the Support CD to enable AMD’s Cool ‘n’ QuietTM technology.
2. This motherboard supports Untied Overclocking Technology. During
overclocking, FSB enjoys better margin due to fixed AGP/PCI buses. In other
words, CPU FSB is untied during overclocking, but AGP and PCI buses are in
the fixed mode so that FSB can operate under a more stable overclocking
environment.
3. 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. To
improve heat dissipation, remember to spray thermal grease between the
CPU and the heatsink when you install the PC system.
4. Do NOT use a 3.3V AGP card on the AGP slot of this motherboard!
It may cause permanent damage!
5. Power Management for USB 2.0 works fine under Microsoft® Windows® XP
SP1 / 2000 SP4. It may not work properly under Microsoft® Windows® 98/ ME.
6. For microphone input, this motherboard supports both stereo and mono modes.
For audio output, this motherboard supports 2-channel, 4-channel, 6-channel,
and 8-channel modes. Please check the table on page 3 for proper connection.
7. 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.
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2.2.2.2.2.
Installation
Installation
Installation
Installation
Installation
Pre-installation Precautions
Pre-installation Precautions
Pre-installation Precautions
Pre-installation Precautions
Pre-installation Precautions
Take note of the following precautions before you install mother-
board components or change any motherboard settings.
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Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any
component. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the
motherboard, peripherals, and/or components.
To avoid damaging the motherboard components due to static
electricity, NEVER place your motherboard directly on the car-
pet or the like. Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or
touch a safety grounded object before you handle components.
Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs.
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4. Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a
grounded antstatic pad or in the bag that comes with the
component.
5. When placing screws into the screw holes to secure the
motherboard to the chassis, please do not over-tighten the screws!
Doing so may damage the motherboard.
CPU Installation
CPU Installation
2.12.12.12.12.1 CPU Installation
CPU Installation
CPU Installation
Step 1. Unlock the socket by lifting the lever up to a 90° angle.
Step 2. Position the CPU directly above the socket such that the CPU corner with
the golden triangle matches the socket corner with a small triangle.
Step 3. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place.
The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU
into the socket to avoid bending of the pins.
Step 4. When the CPU is in place, press it firmly on the socket while you push
down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab
to indicate that it is locked.
Install CPU fan and heatsink. For proper installation, please kindly refer to
the instruction manuals of your CPU fan and heatsink vendors.
Step 5.
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Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
2.22.22.22.22.2
K8Upgrade-NF3 motherboard provides two 184-pin DDR (Double Data Rate) DIMM
slots.
Please make sure to disconnect power supply before adding or
removing DIMMs or the system components.
Step 1. Unlock a DIMM slot by pressing the retaining clips outward.
Step 2. Align a DIMM on the slot such that the notch on the DIMM matches the break
on the slot.
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 clips at both ends fully
snap back in place and the DIMM is properly seated.
2.32.32.32.32.3
Expansion Slots
Expansion Slots
Expansion Slots
Expansion Slots
Expansion Slots
(Future CPU Port, PCI Slots and AGP Slot)
(Future CPU Port, PCI Slots and AGP Slot)
(Future CPU Port, PCI Slots and AGP Slot)
(Future CPU Port, PCI Slots and AGP Slot)
(Future CPU Port, PCI Slots and AGP Slot)
There are 1 Future CPU Port, 4 PCI slots and 1 AGP slot on K8Upgrade-NF3
motherboard.
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Future CPU Port (Yellow-Colored Port):
Future CPU Port allows you to upgrade your AMD 754-Pin CPU to AMD 939-Pin CPU by
installing an add-on ASRock 939CPU Board into this future CPU Port on K8Upgrade-
NF3 motherboard. You may also install ASRock M2CPU Board into this future CPU
Port on this motherboard to upgrade your AMD 754-Pin CPU to AMD 940-Pin (M2) CPU
in the future. Before you upgrade the 754-Pin CPU to the 939-Pin CPU / 940-Pin (M2)
CPU, it is necessary to adjust the jumper settings for those required jumpers on
K8Upgrade-NF3 motherboard. Please refer to the table below for the correct jumper
settings.
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