The ASRock 4CoreN73PV-HD720p motherboard is a product with multiple functions and features. It offers high performance and reliability, suitable for various computing needs. The motherboard supports multiple interfaces and expansion slots, providing rich expandability. Additionally, it has a convenient installation and user-friendly process.
This guide introduces the ASRock 4CoreN73PV‑HD720p motherboard, lists the package contents, and walks the user through the installation process, including CPU, memory, and peripheral connections. It also points to the full user manual on the support CD for more detailed information.
Key specifications such as the Micro ATX form factor, LGA 775 socket, supported Intel Core 2 and Celeron CPUs, NVIDIA GeForce 7100/nForce 630i chipset, DDR2 memory support, and SATA II connectors are summarized, along with cautions about over‑clocking and hardware requirements for Windows Vista Premium certification.
| Form Factor | Micro ATX (9.6‑in x 8.0‑in, 24.4 cm x 20.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA 775 (775‑Pin) |
| Supported CPUs | Intel Core 2 Extreme / Core 2 Quad / Core 2 Duo / Pentium Dual Core / Celeron |
| Chipset | NVIDIA GeForce 7100 / nForce 630i |
| Memory Slots | 2 DDR2 DIMM slots |
| Maximum Memory | 4 GB |
| Expansion Slots | 1 PCI Express x16, 1 PCI Express x1, 2 PCI |
| IDE Connector | 1 ATA133 IDE connector (supports 2 IDE devices) |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC662 (5.1 CH HD Audio) |
| LAN | Realtek PHY RTL8201CL, 10/100 Mbps Ethernet, Wake‑On‑LAN |
| BIOS | 4 MB AMI BIOS (Version 2.3.1) |
| Supported Operating Systems | Microsoft Windows XP/XP 64‑bit, Windows Vista/Vista 64‑bit |
It uses an LGA 775 (775‑Pin) CPU socket.
The motherboard includes an NVIDIA GeForce 7100 integrated graphics chipset with DVI‑D and HDCP support.