ASRock P43DE3 Motherboard User Manual

This is a user manual published by ASRock INC., version 1.0, published in July 2009. The manual describes the features and characteristics of the P43DE3 product.

Brand: ASRock
Category: Motherboard
Document type: User Manual
Language: English
Pages: 60
File format: PDF
File size: 817 KB
Published: 15 March, 2012
Updated: 29 September, 2023
Model: P43DE3
MD5 checksum: 708072D184DAAEECF60C8E5132263D87
PDF: ASRock P43DE3 Motherboard User Manual PDF

About this manual

This manual guides users through the installation, configuration, and operation of the ASRock P43DE3 ATX motherboard. It includes safety notices, warranty information, and links to online resources for the latest updates.

The document covers package contents, detailed hardware layout, step‑by‑step installation of CPU, memory, storage, and peripherals, BIOS setup utilities, and software support including driver and utility installation from the support CD.

What's inside

Introduction
Installation
BIOS Setup Utility
Motherboard Layout
Specifications
Software Support
Boot Settings Configuration
Security Screen
Support CD Information

Specifications

Form Factor	ATX (12.0 in x 8.0 in)
CPU Socket	LGA 775
Chipset	Intel P43 Northbridge, Intel ICH10 Southbridge
Memory Slots	4 x DDR3 DIMM slots
Maximum Memory	16 GB DDR3
Audio Codec	VIA VT1708S
LAN	Realtek RTL8111DL Gigabit Ethernet
SATA Connectors	6 x SATAII 3.0 Gb/s (Hot Plug supported)

Frequently asked questions

Which Windows operating systems are supported by this motherboard?

The motherboard supports Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows XP 64‑bit, Windows Vista, Windows Vista 64‑bit, and Windows 7.

What is the maximum amount of memory the P43DE3 can handle?

It can accommodate up to 16 GB of DDR3 memory across its four DIMM slots.

Does the motherboard support SATA hot‑plug functionality?

Yes, all six SATAII connectors support hot‑plug, NCQ, and AHCI modes.

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