ASRock Z68 Extreme4 Gen3 Motherboard Installation Guide, introduces the features and installation methods of the motherboard
This guide walks you through the installation of the ASRock Z68 Extreme4 Gen3 motherboard, covering package contents, layout, I/O panel, BIOS setup, and OS installation procedures. It also includes safety notices, FCC compliance, and handling instructions for the lithium battery used on the board.
Detailed specifications are listed, including the ATX form factor, supported CPUs, memory configuration, expansion slots, storage interfaces, USB ports, networking, and audio features. The document also points to the full user manual on the support CD for deeper configuration guidance.
| Form Factor | ATX 12.0‑in x 9.6‑in |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA1155 |
| Chipset | Intel Z68 |
| Memory Slots | 4 DDR3 DIMM slots |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB |
| LAN Controller | Broadcom BCM57781 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC892 7.1‑channel HD Audio |
It uses an LGA1155 socket for 2nd‑generation Intel Core processors.
The board provides four DDR3 DIMM slots with a maximum total memory capacity of 32 GB.
A Broadcom BCM57781 Gigabit Ethernet controller is built in.