This is an installation guide for the ASRock G31DE motherboard, providing information about the features and characteristics of the product.
This guide introduces the ASRock G31DE ATX motherboard and walks users through unpacking, component identification, and installation of the CPU, memory, and peripherals. It includes a layout diagram, connector descriptions, and a quick‑start procedure for getting the system up and running.
Additional sections cover BIOS features, over‑clocking cautions, power‑management settings, and troubleshooting tips. Safety warnings, FCC compliance notes, and a brief list of the package contents are also provided.
| Form Factor | ATX (12.0‑in x 7.5‑in, 30.5 cm x 19.1 cm) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA775 |
| Chipset | Northbridge Intel® G31, Southbridge Intel ICH7 |
| Expansion Slots | 1× PCI Express x16, 2× PCI Express x1, 3× PCI |
| Graphics | Intel® GMA 3100, Pixel Shader 2.0, max shared memory 384 MB |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC662, 5.1 CH HD Audio |
| LAN | Realtek RTL8111DL Gigabit LAN (10/100/1000 Mb/s) |
| SATA Connectors | 4× SATAII 3.0 Gb/s (no RAID, no Hot Plug) |
It uses an LGA775 socket compatible with Intel Core 2 and Pentium Dual‑Core processors.
The motherboard provides four SATAII 3.0 Gb/s connectors.
The board supports up to 8 GB of DDR2 memory.
It follows the ATX form factor, measuring 12.0 in × 7.5 in (30.5 cm × 19.1 cm).