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This quick installation guide walks you through the essential steps to install the ASRock P4i65PE motherboard, covering package contents, board layout, CPU and memory installation, expansion slots, and BIOS setup. It also includes safety precautions and wiring diagrams to help avoid common mistakes.
Key sections include a detailed specifications table, instructions for installing the CPU, DIMM modules, IDE/SATA drives, and expansion cards, as well as information on power connections, audio/video ports, and BIOS configuration. The guide is intended for users building or upgrading a PC with this ATX‑form factor board.
| Form Factor | ATX (12.0‑in x 8.2‑in) |
|---|---|
| SATA Support | 2 SATA devices at 1.5 Gb/s |
| USB Ports | 8 USB 2.0 ports |
| Audio | 7.1‑channel AC’97 audio |
| LAN | 10/100 Mbps Ethernet |
| Expansion Slots | 5 PCI slots, 1 AGP slot |
Set the Clear CMOS jumper (CLRCMOS0) to the cleared position as shown in the board layout.
It uses a Socket 478 that supports Intel Pentium 4 and Celeron processors.
The motherboard provides eight USB 2.0 ports, four on the rear panel and four via two internal headers.