ASROCK G41C-VS User Manual

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2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)
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2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)
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 the 32-bit PCI interface.
PCIE slot: PCIE1 (PCIE x16 slot) is used for PCI Express card with x16 lane width
graphics card.
If you install the add-on PCI Express VGA card to PCIE1 (PCIE x16 slot),
the onboard VGA will be disabled. If you install the add-on PCI Express
VGA card to PCIE1 (PCIE x16 slot) and adjust the BIOS options “Primary
Graphics Adapter” to [Onboard] and “Share Memory” to [Auto], then the
onboard VGA will be enabled, and the primary screen will be onboard
VGA.
Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card
Installing an expansion cardInstalling an expansion card
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 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.

ASROCK G41C-VS Specifications

General

Non-ECC	Yes
Number of memory slots	4
Processor socket	LGA 775 (Socket T)
Processor manufacturer	Intel
Number of SATA connectors	2
ATX Power connector (24-pin)	No
Number of Parallel ATA connectors	1
USB 2.0 ports quantity	USB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Firewire (IEEE 1394) ports	0
Audio chip	Realtek ALC662
Certification	FCC, CE, EuP Ready
Power source type	ATX
Audio output channels	5.1 channels
Motherboard form factor	micro ATX
Networking features	10/100 Mbps
BIOS memory size	64 Mbit

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	198 mm
Width	224 mm

Summary

Chapter 2 Installation

2.1 Screw Holes

Instructions for securing the motherboard to the chassis.

2.2 Pre-installation Precautions

Essential safety and handling guidelines before installation.

2.3 CPU Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU.

2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink

Procedure for installing the CPU cooler and fan.

2.5 Installation of Memory Modules (DIMM)

Guide for installing RAM modules correctly.

2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)

2.7 Jumpers Setup

2.8 Onboard Headers and Connectors

2.9 SATAII Hard Disk Setup Guide

Instructions for configuring SATAII hard disk drives.

2.10 Serial ATA (SATA) / Serial ATAII (SATAII) Hard Disks Installation

Steps for installing SATA/SATAII hard disk drives.

2.11 Driver Installation Guide

Guidance on installing system drivers from the support CD.

Chapter 3 BIOS SETUP UTILITY

3.3 OC Tweaker Screen

Settings for overclocking features and performance tuning.

3.4 CPU Configuration

Settings related to CPU features and performance.

3.4.2 Chipset Configuration

Configuration options for the motherboard chipset.

3.4.4 Storage Configuration

3.5 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen

3.6 Boot Screen

3.7 Security Screen

Chapter 4 Software Support

4.1 Install Operating System