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ASRock K7VM3 Motherboard
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PS2_USB_PWR1 jumper
CPU fan connector (CPU_FAN1)
North Bridge controller
ATX power connector (ATXPWR1)
Secondary IDE connector (IDE2, Black)
AGP slot (AGP1)
Clear CMOS (CLRCMOS1, solder points)
External speaker connector (SPEAKER 1)
System panel connector (PANEL1)
Floppy connector (FLOPPY1)
Infrared module connector (IR1)
Serial port connector (COM1)
JR1 jumper
PCI slots (PCI 1- 2)
Internal audio connector: CD1 (Black)
LAN PHY
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FID Jumpers (FID0, FID1, FID2, FID3, FID4)
CPU socket
184-pin DDR DIMM slots (DDR 1- 2)
FSB select jumpers (FSB_SEL1)
Primary IDE connector (IDE1, Blue)
South Bridge controller
Chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1)
Power LED Connector (PWR_LED1)
Clear CMOS (CLRCMOS2, 2-pin jumper)
USB 2.0 header (USB45, Blue)
AMR slot (AMR1)
JL1 jumper
Front panel audio connector (AUDIO1)
AUDIO CODEC
Internal audio connector: AUX1 (White)
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Parallel port
Game port
Line In (Light Blue)
USB 2.0 ports
PS/2 keyboard port (Purple)
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RJ-45 port
Microphone (Pink)
Line Out (Lime)
VGA port
PS/2 mouse port (Green)
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1. Introduction
1. Introduction
1. Introduction
1. Introduction
1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing ASRock K7VM3 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.
This Quick Installation Guide contains introduction of the motherboard and step-by-
step installation guide for new DIY system builders. More detailed information of the
motherboard can be found in the user manual enclosed in the product CD-ROM.
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
Specifications
Specifications
Specifications
Specifications
Specifications
Platform:
CPU:
Chipsets:
Memory:
IDE:
Micro ATX form factor (9.6" x 7.5", 24.4 x 19.1 cm)
Supports Socket A (462 pins) for
AMD AthlonTM / AthlonTM XP/ DuronTM processor
North Bridge: VIA KM266Pro, FSB@200/266/333 MHz
South Bridge: VIA VT8235, supports USB 2.0, ATA 133
2 DDR DIMM slots: DDR1 and DDR2
PC2100 (DDR266) / PC2700 (DDR333), Max. 2GB
IDE1: ATA 133 / Ultra DMA Mode 6;
IDE2: ATA 133 / Ultra DMA Mode 6;
Can connect up to 4 IDE devices
Supports 2 floppy disk drives
5.1 channels AC’97 Audio
Speed: 802.3u (10/100 Ethernet), supports Wake-On-LAN
Floppy Port:
Audio:
LAN:
Hardware Monitor: CPU temperature sensing;
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PCI slots:
AGP slot:
AMR slot:
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Chassis temperature sensing;
CPU overheat shutdown to protect CPU life
(ASRock U-COP)(see CAUTION 1);
Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3V, Vcore;
CPU fan tachometer; Chassis fan tachometer
2 slots with PCI Specification 2.2
1 AGP slot, supports 1.5V, 4X AGP card (see CAUTION 2)
1 slot, supports AMR modem card
ASRock K7VM3 Motherboard
USB 2.0:
ASRock I/OTM:
BIOS:
OS:
4 default USB 2.0 ports and 1 extra set of header for two
additional USB 2.0 ports upgrade (see CAUTION 3)
PS/2: 1 keyboard port / 1 mouse port;
1 RJ 45 port; 4 rear default USB 2.0 ports;
1 VGA port; 1 parallel port: ECP/EPP support;
Audio Jack: Line Out / Line In / Microphone + Game port
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 4)
Microsoft® Windows® 98 SE / ME / 2000 / XP compliant
CAUTION!
1. While CPU overheat is detected, the system will automatically shutdown.
Please check if the CPU fan on the motherboard functions properly before
you resume the system. To improve heat dissipation, remember to spray
thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink when you install the PC
system.
2. Do NOT use a 3.3V AGP card on K7VM3’s AGP slot!
It may cause permanent damage!
3. 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. Please refer to Microsoft® official document at
http://www.microsoft.com/whdc/hwdev/bus/USB/USB2support.mspx
4. Although K7VM3 offers stepless control, it is not recommended to perform
over clocking. When the CPU frequency of K7VM3 is set to perform over
clocking, other clocks, such as PCI clock, AGP clock, and Memory clock
will also be overclocked proportionally. Frequencies other than the
recommended CPU bus frequencies may cause the instability of the
system or damage the CPU.
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2. Installation
2. Installation
2. Installation
2. Installation
2. 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 motherboard components
or change any motherboard settings.
1. 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.
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 or touch a safety grounded object before you handle
components.
3. Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs.
4. Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or
in the bag that comes with the component.
2.1 CPU Installation
2.1 CPU Installation
2.1 CPU Installation
2.1 CPU Installation
2.1 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 its marked corner
matches the base of the socket lever.
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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ASRock K7VM3 Motherboard
2.2 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
2.2 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
2.2 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
2.2 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
2.2 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)
This motherboard provides two 184-pin DDR (Double Data Rate) DIMM slots.
Installing a DIMM
Installing a DIMM
Installing a DIMM
Installing a DIMM
Installing a DIMM
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.
Step 3. Firmly insert the DIMM into the slot until the retaining clip snap back in
place and the DIMM is properly seated.
2.3 Expansion Slots (PCI, AMR, and AGP Slots)
2.3 Expansion Slots (PCI, AMR, and AGP Slots)
2.3 Expansion Slots (PCI, AMR, and AGP Slots)
2.3 Expansion Slots (PCI, AMR, and AGP Slots)
2.3 Expansion Slots (PCI, AMR, and AGP Slots)
There are 2 PCI slots, 1 AMR slot, and 1 AGP slot on this motherboard.
PCI slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI
interface.
AMR slot: AMR slot is used to insert AMR modem card with v.92 Modem
functionality.
AGP slot: The AGP slot is used to install a graphics card.
The ASRock AGP slot has a special locking mechanism which
can securely fasten the graphics card inserted.
DO NOT use 3.3V AGP card on K7VM3’s AGP slot!
It may cause permanent damage!
Installing an expansion card
Installing an expansion card
Installing an expansion card
Installing an expansion card
Installing an expansion card
Step 1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation of the
expansion card and make necessary hardware settings for the card.
Step 2. Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screws
for later use.
Step 3. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is
completely seated on the slot.
Step 4. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws.
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2.4 Jumpers Setup
2.4 Jumpers Setup
2.4 Jumpers Setup
2.4 Jumpers Setup
2.4 Jumpers Setup
The illustration shows how jumpers are
setup. When the jumper cap is placed on
pins, the jumper is “SHORT”. If no jumper cap
is placed on the pins, the jumper is “OPEN”.
The illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose
pin1 and pin2 are “SHORT” when jumper cap
is placed on these 2 pins.
Jumper
FSB_SEL1
(see p.2 item 8)
Setting
Short
Open
Note: The setting of the CPU front side bus frequency of this motherboard is by
means of the adjustment of jumper-setting. Please follow the figures above
to set the CPU front side bus frequency.
PS2_USB_PWR1
(see p.2 item 1)
Short pin2, pin3 to enable
+5VSB (standby) for PS/2 or
USB wake up events.
Note: To select +5VSB, it requires 2 Amp and higher standby current provided by
power supply.
JR1(see p.2 item 25)
JL1(see p.2 item 24)
Note: If the jumpers JL1 and JR1 are short , both front panel and
rear panel audio connectors can work.
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