This is a user manual published by ASRock INC., which introduces the usage and precautions of the 890GX Extreme3 motherboard.
The ASRock 890GX Extreme3 User Manual introduces the ATX motherboard, its features, and safety notices. It lists the package contents and gives an overview of the board’s specifications.
The manual details step‑by‑step CPU, memory and expansion slot installation, BIOS configuration, operating‑system installation procedures, and information about the support CD, drivers, and utilities.
| Form Factor | ATX (12.0" x 9.6") |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | Socket AM3 (supports AMD Phenom II, Athlon II, Sempron) |
| Maximum Memory | 16 GB |
| Memory Slots | 4 × DDR3 DIMM slots |
| Chipset – Northbridge | AMD 890GX |
| Chipset – Southbridge | AMD SB850 |
| PCI Express Slots | 3 × PCIe 2.0 x16, 1 × PCIe 2.0 x1, 3 × PCI |
| Integrated Graphics | AMD Radeon HD 4290 |
| Audio | 7.1‑channel HD Audio (VIA VT2020 codec) |
| LAN Controller | Realtek RTL8111E Gigabit LAN |
| USB Ports | 4 × USB 2.0, 2 × USB 3.0 (NEC MPD720200) |
| SATA3 Connectors | 6 × SATA3 6.0 Gb/s (RAID, NCQ, Hot Plug) |
It supports Microsoft Windows 7/7 64‑bit, Vista/ Vista 64‑bit, Windows XP, XP Media Center and XP 64‑bit.
The board includes two USB 3.0 ports.
The maximum supported system memory is 16 GB.