This document is the 11111 890GX Pro3 User Manual Version 1.0 published by ASRock INC. It provides instructions and precautions for using the product.
This manual covers everything needed to install and configure the ASRock 890GX Pro3 ATX motherboard, including package contents, step‑by‑step hardware installation, and BIOS configuration. It also details driver and utility installation from the support CD and provides guidance for operating‑system installation, especially for large‑capacity HDDs.
Additional sections describe the motherboard’s hardware features such as CPU support, memory limits, expansion slots, integrated graphics, audio, LAN, and USB ports, as well as safety warnings, warranty information, and troubleshooting tips.
| Form Factor | ATX (12.0‑in x 9.6‑in) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | Socket AM3+ (supports AM3) |
| Maximum CPU Power | 140 W |
| Chipset | Northbridge AMD 890GX, Southbridge AMD SB850 |
| Memory Slots | 4 DDR3 DIMM slots |
| Maximum Memory Capacity | 32 GB |
| Integrated Graphics | AMD Radeon HD 4290 |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC892 (7.1 CH HD Audio) |
| LAN Controller | Atheros AR8151 Gigabit LAN (10/100/1000 Mb/s) |
| SATA3 Ports | 5 × SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (RAID support) |
| USB 3.0 Ports | 2 × USB 3.0 ports |
It supports Microsoft Windows 7/64‑bit, Vista/64‑bit, and XP/64‑bit.
The board has five SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors with RAID, NCQ, and AHCI support.
It is an ATX motherboard measuring 12.0 in × 9.6 in (30.5 cm × 24.4 cm).
A PCIe x1 Gigabit LAN controller (Atheros AR8151) supporting 10/100/1000 Mb/s and Wake‑On‑LAN.