This is the installation guide for ASRock G31M-VS Motherboard
This Quick Installation Guide introduces the ASRock G31M-VS motherboard, a Micro ATX board designed for Intel LGA775 processors. It outlines the package contents, key features, and safety warnings before you begin installation.
The guide details the board’s specifications, connector layout, BIOS features, and unique technologies such as the ASRock OC Tuner and Intelligent Energy Saver. It also includes rear‑panel I/O descriptions, SATA and IDE connections, and hardware monitoring functions.
| Form Factor | Micro ATX (8.8" x 6.7") |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA775 |
| CPU Power Support | Up to 65 W |
| FSB Support | 1333/1066/800 MHz |
| Memory Slots | 2 DDR2 DIMM slots |
| Maximum Memory | 8 GB |
| Supported Memory Type | DDR2 800/667 non‑ECC, un‑buffered |
| Northbridge Chipset | Intel® G31 |
| Southbridge Chipset | Intel® ICH7 |
| Expansion Slots | 1 PCIe x16, 1 PCI |
| SATA Connectors | 2 SATAII 3.0 Gb/s ports |
| USB Ports (Rear) | 4 USB 2.0 ports |
| LAN | Realtek PCIE x1 10/100 Ethernet |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC662, 5.1 CH HD Audio |
| Graphics | Intel® GMA 3100 |
| BIOS | 4 Mb AMI BIOS |
It uses an LGA775 socket for Intel Dual Core, Core 2, Pentium Dual Core, and Celeron Dual Core processors.
The board provides 2 DDR2 DIMM slots and supports up to 8 GB of system memory.
It includes one PCI Express x16 slot and one standard PCI slot.
The rear panel offers PS/2 mouse and keyboard ports, a serial COM1 port, VGA, four USB 2.0 ports, an RJ‑45 LAN port, and audio jacks for line‑in, front speaker, and microphone.