This manual introduces the features and usage of ASRock 960GM-GS3 FX / 960GM-S3 FX motherboard.
This manual covers the ASRock 960GM‑GS3 FX and 960GM‑S3 FX micro‑ATX motherboards. It includes safety notices, FCC compliance, and warranty information, followed by a detailed table of contents.
The guide walks you through package contents, CPU and memory installation, expansion slot usage, SATA and IDE connections, BIOS configuration, operating‑system installation, and the support CD utilities. It also lists specifications, unique features, and troubleshooting tips.
| Form factor | Micro ATX (9.6" x 7.2") |
|---|---|
| CPU socket | Socket AM3+ (also supports AM3) |
| Chipset | Northbridge AMD 760G, Southbridge AMD SB710 |
| Memory slots | 2 x DDR3 DIMM |
| Maximum memory | 8 GB |
| Expansion slots | 1 x PCI‑Express 2.0 x16, 1 x PCI‑Express 2.0 x1, 2 x PCI |
| Integrated graphics | AMD Radeon HD 3000 (DX10 class) |
| Audio codec | Realtek ALC662 (5.1‑channel HD Audio) |
| LAN | Realtek PCI‑E Gigabit LAN RTL8111E (10/100/1000 Mb/s) |
| SATA connectors | 4 x SATA2 3.0 Gb/s (RAID, NCQ, AHCI, Hot‑Plug) |
The motherboards support Windows 7, Windows 7 64‑bit, Windows Vista, Windows Vista 64‑bit, Windows XP, Windows XP Media Center and Windows XP 64‑bit.
It provides four SATA2 3.0 Gb/s connectors with RAID, NCQ, AHCI and Hot‑Plug support.
The board is a Micro ATX form factor measuring 9.6 inches by 7.2 inches.
It uses Socket AM3+ and also supports Socket AM3 processors.