User manual
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1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 R2.0 motherboard, a reliable
motherboard produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It
delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s commit-
ment to quality and endurance.
In this manual, chapter 1 and 2 contain introduction of the motherboard and step-
by-step guide to the hardware installation. Chapter 3 and 4 contain the conguration
guide to BIOS setup and information of the Support CD.
Because the motherboard specications and the BIOS software might
be updated, the content of this manual will be subject to change without
notice. In case any modications of this manual occur, the updated ver-
sion will be available on ASRock website without further notice. You may
nd the latest VGA cards and CPU support lists on ASRock website as
well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com
If you require technical support related to this motherboard, please visit
our website for specic information about the model you are using.
www.asrock.com/support/index.asp
1.1 Package Contents
ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 R2.0 Motherboard (ATX Form Factor)
ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 R2.0 Quick Installation Guide
ASRock 980DE3/U3S3 R2.0 Support CD
2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional)
1 x I/O Panel Shield