This guide provides an overview of the ASRock G41M‑VS motherboard, including its form factor, CPU socket, memory support, chipset and expansion options. It also explains the purpose of the Quick Installation Guide and where to find the full user manual on the support CD.
Key sections cover package contents, detailed specifications, motherboard layout diagrams, connector descriptions, BIOS features, unique ASRock technologies and safety warnings. The document is intended for system builders and technicians who need to install and configure the board correctly.
| Form Factor | Micro ATX (8.8" x 6.7") |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA 775 |
| Maximum CPU Power | 65 W |
| Memory Slots | 2 DDR2 DIMM slots |
| Maximum Memory Capacity | 8 GB |
| Chipset | Intel G41 northbridge, Intel ICH7 southbridge |
| Expansion Slots | 1 PCI‑Express x16, 1 PCI |
| SATA Connectors | 2 SATAII 3.0 Gb/s (no RAID, no hot‑plug) |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC662 |
| LAN Controller | Realtek PCIE x1 LAN 8103EL/8102EL |
| BIOS | 8 Mb AMI BIOS |
It uses an LGA 775 socket that supports Intel Core 2 Quad, Core 2 Duo, Pentium Dual Core and Celeron Dual Core processors.
The board provides two DDR2 DIMM slots with a maximum total memory capacity of 8 GB.
It includes one PCI‑Express x16 slot and one standard PCI slot.
The motherboard has two SATAII 3.0 Gb/s connectors, but they do not support RAID or hot‑plug functions.