User Manual
This manual introduces the ASRock P4AL-8X (ATX) and P4AL-8XM (Micro ATX) motherboards, lists package contents, and details the hardware layout, including CPU socket, memory slots, expansion slots, and I/O connectors. It also covers supported CPUs, chipsets, and peripheral interfaces.
The document guides users through installation procedures, BIOS setup options, security and power configuration, and software support via the ASRock I/OTM support CD. An appendix provides advanced BIOS settings for experienced users.
| Form factor | ATX (12.0" x 7.8") for P4AL-8X; Micro ATX (9.6" x 7.8") for P4AL-8XM |
|---|---|
| CPU socket | Socket 478 for Intel Pentium 4 / Celeron processors |
| USB ports | 4 rear USB 2.0 ports plus header for two additional ports |
The motherboard can connect up to four IDE devices.
The default PCI latency timer is set to 32.