This document mainly introduces the features and characteristics of the ASRock P43DE3 motherboard.
This guide walks you through installing the ASRock P43DE3 motherboard, describing the package contents, connector layout, and BIOS features. It also includes warnings, cautions, and regulatory notices required for safe assembly and operation.
Key specifications are listed, such as the ATX form factor, LGA 775 socket, Intel P43 northbridge, Intel ICH10 southbridge, four DDR3 DIMM slots with up to 16 GB capacity, and multiple PCI‑Express and SATA interfaces. Audio, LAN, and USB capabilities are also detailed.
| Form Factor | ATX (12.0‑in x 8.0‑in) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA 775 |
| Northbridge Chipset | Intel® P43 |
| Southbridge Chipset | Intel® ICH10 |
| Memory Slots | 4 x DDR3 DIMM slots |
| Maximum Memory Capacity | 16 GB |
| SATA Connectors | 6 × SATAII 3.0 Gb/s connectors |
| USB Ports | 6 Ready‑to‑Use USB 2.0 ports |
| LAN Controller | Realtek RTL8111DL Gigabit Ethernet |
It uses an ATX form factor measuring 12.0 in × 8.0 in (30.5 cm × 20.3 cm).
The board has four DDR3 DIMM slots supporting dual‑channel memory.
It uses an LGA 775 socket compatible with Intel Core 2 and Pentium Dual‑Core CPUs.
A Realtek RTL8111DL Gigabit Ethernet controller is built in, supporting Wake‑On‑LAN.