This document is the installation guide for the ASRock X79 Extreme6/GB / X79 Extreme6 motherboard. The motherboard has the permission to duplicate documentation for backup purposes, and any reproduction, transcription, transmission, or translation is prohibited without written consent from ASRock Inc. The products and corporate names mentioned in this guide may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights, and are used for identification or explanation purposes without intent to infringe.
This guide walks you through installing the ASRock X79 Extreme6 motherboard, covering package contents, motherboard layout, I/O panel connections, and BIOS setup. It includes detailed diagrams of the board, pin‑out tables, and instructions for connecting power, fans, storage, and peripherals.
Key features highlighted are the Intel X79 chipset, support for Intel Core i7 LGA 2011 processors, up to 64 GB DDR3 memory across eight slots, dual Gigabit LAN with Broadcom BCM57781, and the ASRock Game Blaster audio solution with Creative Sound Core3D. The document also outlines multi‑streaming audio configuration, RAID setup for large drives, and troubleshooting tips.
| Form Factor | ATX (12.0 in x 9.6 in, 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA 2011 (supports Intel Core i7 family) |
| Memory Slots | 8 x DDR3 DIMM slots |
| Maximum Memory Capacity | 64 GB |
| Chipset | Intel X79 |
| LAN Controller | Broadcom BCM57781 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC898 (7.1 CH HD Audio) |
The motherboard provides eight DDR3 DIMM slots for memory modules.
It can support up to 64 GB of system memory.
The board uses a Broadcom BCM57781 Gigabit Ethernet controller.
Yes, it supports Dual LAN with a teaming function when the bundled ASRock Game Blaster is installed.