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General| ECC | Yes |
|---|---|
| Memory channels | Dual-channel |
| Memory slots type | DIMM |
| Number of memory slots | 4 |
| Supported memory types | DDR3-SDRAM |
| Maximum internal memory | 32 GB |
| Supported memory clock speeds | 1066, 1333, 1600, 1866, 2133 MHz |
| System bus rate | 4.8 GT/s |
| Processor socket | Socket AM3+ |
| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Compatible processor series | AMD Phenom II X2, AMD Phenom II X3, AMD Phenom II X4, AMD Phenom II X6 |
| USB 2.0 connectors | 3 |
| Number of SATA III connectors | 6 |
| Number of Parallel ATA connectors | 0 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) 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. |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| Audio chip | Realtek ALC887 |
| Component for | PC |
| Motherboard chipset | AMD 970 |
| Audio output channels | 7.1 channels |
| Motherboard form factor | ATX |
| Motherboard southbridge | AMD SB950 |
| RAID levels | 0, 1, 5, 10 |
| Supported storage drive interfaces | SATA III |
| On-board graphics card | No |
| Parallel processing technology support | Quad-GPU CrossFireX |
| PCI Express slots version | 2.0 |
| Cables included | SATA |
| LAN controller | Realtek RTL8111F |
| Ethernet interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
| BIOS type | UEFI |
| ACPI version | 2.0a |
| BIOS memory size | 64 Mbit |
Weight and Dimensions| Depth | 229 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 305 mm |
Precautions to prevent electrical shock hazards during system operation and relocation.
Guidelines for safe installation and handling of motherboard and components to prevent damage.
Fine-tuning voltages and stepless frequency selection for overclocking.
Features for saving BIOS settings and fine-tuning voltages.
Safety guidelines before installing components or changing settings.
How to use the MemOK! switch for memory compatibility tuning.
Step-by-step guide to installing the motherboard into the PC chassis.
Proper placement and alignment of the motherboard in the chassis.
Instructions on using screws to fasten the motherboard, with a caution against overtightening.
Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU into the socket.
Steps for installing the CPU heatsink and fan, including thermal material.
Detailed visual guide for assembling and mounting the CPU heatsink.
Connecting the CPU fan cable to the motherboard header.
Steps for installing and removing RAM modules.
How to connect the ATX power supply cables to the motherboard.
Connecting SATA hard drives and optical drives.
Instructions for installing graphics cards and other expansion cards.
Steps to update BIOS using USB BIOS Flashback.
Steps for powering on the system for the first time and POST checks.
Methods to enter BIOS setup at startup or after POST.
Information on setting Administrator and User passwords.
Introduction to overclocking settings and CPU/DIMM variations.
Options for Auto, Manual, or D.O.C.P. tuning.
Adjusting CPU Bus, PCIe, and DRAM frequencies.
Fine-tuning DRAM timing and driving control features.
Adjusting CPU voltage stability under load.
Setting CPU/NB voltage as Offset or Manual.
Manually setting CPU and CPU/NB voltages.
Adjusting DRAM, NB, and NB HT voltages.
Adjusting Northbridge 1.8V and Southbridge voltages.
Setting SATA ports to IDE, AHCI, or RAID mode.
Utility for updating BIOS using USB flash drive.
Information on BIOS update risks and available utilities.
Using ASUS Update for BIOS management in Windows.
How to start the ASUS Update tool.
Steps to download and update BIOS from the internet.
Steps to update BIOS using a downloaded BIOS file.
Detailed steps for updating BIOS using a USB flash drive.
Using ASUS BIOS Updater in DOS environment.
Steps to prepare for BIOS update in DOS environment.
How to backup the current BIOS file using the BIOS Updater.
Steps to update the BIOS file using the DOS updater.
Overview of TurboV EVO for CPU overclocking and voltage adjustment.
Adjusting advanced voltage settings in TurboV.
Manually adjusting the CPU ratio using TurboV.
Steps to perform Fast Tuning for system overclocking.
Steps to perform Extreme Tuning for overclocking and stability testing.
How to launch and configure USB 3.0 Boost for faster transfer speeds.
Updating, downloading, and saving BIOS files using ASUS Update.
Steps to install SATA HDDs for RAID configuration.
How to set SATA mode to RAID in BIOS Setup.
Detailed steps to create a RAID volume using the utility.
Steps to delete a RAID volume and warnings about data loss.
Steps to create a RAID driver disk without booting into the OS.
Steps to create a RAID driver disk from within Windows.
Procedure to install RAID driver during Windows XP installation.
Procedure to install RAID driver during Windows 7/later OS installation.
Steps to add VID/PID to txtsetup.oem for Windows XP recognition.
Instructions on editing the txtsetup.oem file to include USB driver information.
Steps to uninstall existing graphics drivers before installing CrossFireX.
Steps for installing two graphics cards and the CrossFireX bridge.
Instructions for installing graphics card drivers.
Steps to enable and configure CrossFireX in the Catalyst Control Center.
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