ASRock P41C-DE Motherboard
This Quick Installation Guide introduces the ASRock P41C-DE motherboard, an ATX‑form factor board featuring Intel G41 northbridge, ICH7 southbridge, and support for LGA 775 processors. It explains how to install the board, connect power, and configure BIOS settings.
The guide includes a layout diagram, a full list of specifications (memory, expansion slots, audio, LAN, SATA, USB, and power connectors), safety warnings, and instructions for enabling multi‑streaming audio and other features. It also points users to the detailed User Manual on the support CD for advanced configuration.
| Form Factor | ATX (12.0‑in x 8.4‑in, 30.5 cm x 21.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA 775 (775‑Pin) |
| Chipset | Northbridge Intel G41, Southbridge Intel ICH7 |
| Expansion Slots | 1× PCI‑Express x16, 3× PCI‑Express x1, 2× PCI |
| SATA Connectors | 4× SATAII 3.0 Gb/s (no RAID, no Hot‑Plug) |
| LAN | Gigabit Ethernet (Atheros AR8131L) 10/100/1000 Mb/s, Wake‑On‑LAN |
| Audio Codec | VIA VT1708S 7.1‑channel HD Audio |
| Power Connectors | 24‑pin ATX main connector + 8‑pin ATX12V connector |
The motherboard includes a Gigabit Ethernet port based on the Atheros AR8131L controller, supporting 10/100/1000 Mb/s and Wake‑On‑LAN.
It requires a standard 24‑pin ATX main power connector and an additional 8‑pin ATX12V connector for CPU power.