This is the installation guide for ASRock Z68M/USB3 motherboard
The ASRock Z68M/USB3 Quick Installation Guide provides an overview of the motherboard layout, I/O panel, and key components such as the CPU socket, memory slots, and expansion slots. It includes a brief introduction, package contents, and detailed specifications covering chipset, memory, graphics, networking, and storage interfaces.
The guide also explains BIOS features, unique ASRock utilities, hardware monitoring options, and step‑by‑step procedures for installing an operating system on large‑capacity drives. It concludes with certification information and safety notices.
| Form Factor | Micro ATX (9.6‑in x 8.6‑in, 24.4 cm x 21.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA1155 |
| Chipset | Intel Z68 |
| Memory Slots | 2 DDR3 DIMM slots (Dual Channel) |
| Maximum Memory | 16 GB |
| PCI Express Slots | 1 × PCIe 2.0 x16, 2 × PCIe 2.0 x1, 1 × PCI |
| Graphics Outputs | D‑Sub, DVI‑D, HDMI |
| LAN Controller | Realtek RTL8111E Gigabit LAN |
| USB 3.0 Ports | 2 (Etron EJ168A) |
| USB 2.0 Ports | 4 (ready‑to‑use) |
| SATA3 Ports | 2 × 6.0 Gb/s connectors |
| SATA2 Ports | 4 × 3.0 Gb/s connectors |
It provides two USB 3.0 ports.
The board is a Micro ATX form factor measuring 9.6 in × 8.6 in (24.4 cm × 21.8 cm).
It uses an LGA1155 socket.
A Realtek RTL8111E Gigabit LAN controller is integrated.