ASRock 890FX Deluxe5 User Manual

This manual introduces the features and usage of the 890FX Deluxe5 motherboard.

Brand: ASRock
Category: Motherboard
Document type: User Manual
Language: English
Pages: 64
File format: PDF
File size: 1.1 MB
Published: 15 March, 2012
Updated: 30 September, 2023
Model: 890FX
MD5 checksum: 88BA6C8BF2BC1E2FEB2FC6951F660475
PDF: ASRock 890FX Deluxe5 User Manual PDF

About this manual

This manual covers everything needed to install and configure the ASRock 890FX Deluxe5 motherboard, including package contents, hardware installation steps, and BIOS/UEFI setup. Detailed sections guide you through CPU, memory, expansion slot installation, and connector usage.

Additional chapters describe software support, driver installation, Windows OS setup (including large‑disk UEFI installation), and overclocking features, with safety warnings and regulatory information.

What's inside

Package Contents
Specifications
Motherboard Layout
CPU Installation
Memory Module Installation
Expansion Slots
Onboard Headers and Connectors
UEFI Setup Utility
Software Support
Operating System Installation

Specifications

Form Factor	ATX (12.0" x 9.6")
CPU Socket	Socket AM3+ (supports AM3)
Supported CPUs	AMD Phenom II X6/X4/X3/X2, Athlon II X4/X3/X2, Sempron
Chipset	Northbridge AMD 890FX, Southbridge AMD SB850
Audio Codec	Realtek ALC892, 7.1‑channel HD Audio
LAN Controller	Realtek RTL8111E Gigabit Ethernet

Frequently asked questions

Which Windows operating systems are supported by the 890FX Deluxe5 motherboard?

The motherboard supports Microsoft Windows 7/7 64‑bit, Vista/ Vista 64‑bit, and Windows XP/XP 64‑bit.

How do I enable AHCI mode for installing Windows on a hard drive larger than 2 TB?

Enter the UEFI Setup Utility, go to Advanced → Storage Configuration, and set SATA Mode to AHCI.

What is the maximum memory capacity supported?

The motherboard can handle up to 32 GB of DDR3 memory.

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