ASRock N68-GS3 FX / N68-S3 FX Motherboard User Manual

N68-GS3 FX / N68-S3 FX User Manual

Brand: ASRock
Category: Motherboard
Document type: User Manual
Language: English
Pages: 52
File format: PDF
File size: 883 KB
Published: 15 March, 2012
Updated: 30 September, 2023
Models: N68-GS3, N68-S3
MD5 checksum: 46FB8774BBEF11EB327390A883D47F9C
PDF: ASRock N68-GS3 FX / N68-S3 FX Motherboard User Manual PDF

About this manual

This manual guides users through installing the ASRock N68‑GS3 FX / N68‑S3 FX Micro‑ATX motherboard, including CPU, memory, storage and peripheral connections. It also details BIOS configuration, over‑clocking features, and the utilities provided on the support CD.

Additional sections cover hardware health monitoring, security settings, and troubleshooting tips, with references to the latest drivers and utilities available on the ASRock website.

What's inside

Introduction
Package Contents
Specifications
Motherboard Layout
I/O Panel
Installation Guide
BIOS Setup Utility
Software Support
Security and Password Settings
Troubleshooting

Specifications

Form Factor	Micro ATX (9.6" x 7.0")
CPU Socket	Socket AM3+ (supports AM3 processors)
Maximum Memory	8 GB DDR3
SATA Ports	4 × SATA2 3.0 Gb/s connectors
Integrated Graphics	NVIDIA GeForce 7025, up to 1920×1440 @60 Hz

Frequently asked questions

Which Windows operating systems are supported?

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

How many SATA ports does the board provide?

It provides four SATA2 3.0 Gb/s connectors with RAID and hot‑plug support.

What is the maximum system memory capacity?

The board can accommodate up to 8 GB of DDR3 memory.

Can the BIOS be updated without an operating system?

Yes, the ASRock Instant Flash utility allows BIOS updates directly from the BIOS menu.

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