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If see the "iastor.sys" blue screen error message, then it is related to the SATA device or it's driver.

The hard drive data might formated in SATA IDE mode from previus system or motherboard.

However, Hi-Fi H87S3+ board's default SATA setting is set to AHCI mode.

So these two modes cannot compatible, then windows will give you the blue screen error during boot up.

You can go to BIOS and set SATA to [IDE mode], then it should fix the problem for you.

If system shut down automatically, then this problem could cause by CPU over-heating.

Try go to BIOS menu by press [Delete] key when system boot up.

Then check CPU temperature is under or arround 50 degrees.

If CPU temperature is over 50 degress and going up, then this could be CPU over-heat problem.

For AMD model, try to check CPU fan locked properly to the CPU bracket.

Apply some thermal grease on the CPU die surface and use copper base CPU heatsink can reduce the chance for CPU over-heat.

For Intel model, try to check CPU fan locked properly to the 4 secure holes.

Try to refer user manual from Intel CPU for proper CPU fan installation process.

After proper CPU fan installation and apply thermal grease, system should running fine and boot up to OS.

If there is any problem, please contact local dealer or local shop for system check up.

Maybe there is something wrong with your installation.

If your motherboard is running okay with current BIOS verison, we do not recommand to update the BIOS.

Because there is a chance that update BIOS can cause BIOS data corrupt and system might not boot up properly.

If you do find compatible problem or need to support latest CPU on the market.

Update BIOS might be needed and please follow BIOS download page's pdf file or FAQ here for proper BIOS update procedure.

https://www.biostar.com.tw/app/en/support/faq_content.php?S_ID=491

https://www.biostar.com.tw/app/en/manual/bios_update.pdf

Please go to our web page here for select each country's local dealer or distributor.

https://www.biostar.com.tw/app/en/wheretobuy/index.php

Windows system will detect on-board speaker or head phone device.

When unplug it, system will show X mark on system's speaker icon.

To fix it, please open Realtek HD Audio Manager and check "Disable front audio jack detection".

You might refer earleir FAQ for this setting.

https://www.biostar.com.tw/app/en/support/faq_content.php?S_ID=469

Please update to latest version BIOS from our website for support AMD A4-4000 CPU.

Earlier BIOS version might not be able to support this CPU properly.

Please go to BIOS download area to get latest BIOS.

https://www.biostar.com.tw/app/en/mb/introduction.php?S_ID=701#dl

Yes, Hi-Fi A88S3+ will support CIR power on (wake up from S5) function.

Please use Biostar CIR/remote control accessory for best hardware support.

https://www.biostar.com.tw/app/en/event/BIO-Remote/index.htm

Yes, G41D3C will support SSD hard drive. No need BIOS setting for it, just like use regulard hard drive.

Intel® Smart Response Technology is an Intel® Rapid Storage Technology (Intel® RST)
caching feature that improves computer system performance. It allows a user to configure
computer systems with a Solid State Drive (SSD) used as cache memory between the
hard disk drive and system memory. This provides the advantage of having a hard disk
drive (or a RAID volume) for maximum storage capacity while delivering an SSD-like
overall system performance experience. Intel® Smart Response Technology caching is
implemented as a single drive letter solution; no additional drive letter is required for the
SSD device used as cache.
System Requirements:
Intel® Z87, Q87, H87, Z77, Q77, H77 Express Chipset-zzz based desktop board
zzz Intel® Core™ Processor in the LGA1155 or LGA1150 package
zzz System BIOS with SATA mode set to RAID
zzz Intel Rapid Storage Technology software 10.5 version release or later
zzz Single Hard Disk Drive (HDD) or multiple HDD’s in a single RAID volume
zzz Solid State Drive (SSD) with a minimum capacity of 18.6GB
zzz Operating system: Microsoft Windows 8* or Windows 7 (32-bit and 64-bit editions)
Setup Guide for Intel Smart Response Technology
Configuring your computer for Intel Smart Response Technology is a 3-step process:
1. Configure SATA mode for RAID in BIOS Setup
2. Install the operating system
3. Enable Intel Smart Response Technology
Step 1: Configure SATA mode for RAID in BIOS Setup
1.1. Press the DEL key during boot up to enter BIOS setup.
1.2. Go to Configuration > SATA Drives.
1.3. Set the option for Chipset SATA Mode to RAID.
1.4. Save your changes and exit the BIOS.
1.5. Restart the computer.
Step 2: Install the operating system
2.1. Install the operating system on the HDD (or RAID volume).
2.2. Install all required device drivers.
2.3. Install Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5.
2.4. Install the Intel Rapid Storage Technology software.

Step 3: Enable Intel Smart Response Technology
Note: The Intel RST software denotes Intel Smart Response T zzz echnology as Accelerate
3.1. Run the Intel RST software through the All Programs menu or the task bar icon.
3.2. Click Enable acceleration, either under the Accelerate button or the Current Status
menu.

3.3. Select the SSD to be used as a cache device.
3.4. Select the size from the SSD to be allocated for the cache memory.
zzz Note: Any remaining space on the SSD may be used for data storage using the simple data
single-disk RAID 0 volume that is automatically created.
3.5. Select the HDD (or RAID volume) to be accelerated. It is highly recommended to
accelerate the system volume or system disk for maximum performance.

3.6. Select the acceleration mode, and then click OK. By default, Enhanced mode is
selected.
Note: E zzz nhanced mode (default): Acceleration optimized for data protection.
Maximized mode: Acceleration optimized for input/output performance.

3.7. The page refreshes and reports the new acceleration configuration in the Acceleration
View. Your system is now successfully configured with the Intel Smart Response
Technology.

By BIOS default, when system has 2G memory, VGA shared memory will set to 256MB.

However, you will be able to manaully set the VGA shared memory to 512MB.

Here is the setup location: