This is a installation guide for ASRock X79 Extreme4-M Motherboard
This Quick Installation Guide introduces the ASRock X79 Extreme4-M motherboard, highlighting its Micro ATX form factor, premium components, and supported Intel® X79 chipset. It also points users to the full User Manual on the support CD for detailed information.
The guide covers package contents, detailed specifications, motherboard layout, rear panel I/O, audio and LAN features, SATA/USB connectors, BIOS capabilities, and unique ASRock utilities. It includes installation tips, BIOS setup recommendations, and troubleshooting notes for Windows systems.
| Form Factor | Micro ATX (9.6‑in x 9.6‑in, 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA 2011 (2011‑Pin) |
| Chipset | Intel® X79 |
| Memory Slots | 4 x DDR3 DIMM slots |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB |
| SATA3 Ports | 2 Intel SATA3 6.0 Gb/s + 1 ASMedia SATA3 6.0 Gb/s |
| USB 3.0 Ports | 2 rear ports + front header supporting 2 ports |
| LAN | 1 Gbps Gigabit LAN (Broadcom BCM57781) |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC898 |
| BIOS | 64 Mb AMI UEFI BIOS |
It uses a 2011‑Pin LGA 2011 socket.
The board provides two rear USB 3.0 ports and a front USB 3.0 header that supports two additional ports.
The maximum supported memory capacity is 32 GB.