ASRock 770iCafe Motherboard Installation Guide
This guide introduces the ASRock 770iCafe ATX motherboard, showing its physical layout, connector locations, and key features such as the AMD 770 northbridge, AMD SB710 southbridge, and integrated Realtek audio and LAN controllers. It also lists the package contents and provides a quick reference to the specifications.
The document walks you through pre‑installation safety measures, CPU and CPU‑fan installation, memory module placement, and connection of power, SATA, USB, and front‑panel headers. Additional sections cover BIOS utilities, over‑clocking warnings, and troubleshooting tips to help you complete a reliable system build.
| Form Factor | ATX (12.0‑in x 8.2‑in, 30.5 cm x 20.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | AM3 |
| Chipset | Northbridge AMD 770 / Southbridge AMD SB710 |
| Memory Slots | 4 x DDR3 DIMM slots |
| Maximum Memory Capacity | 16 GB |
| Supported Memory Types | DDR3 1600/1333/1066/800 non‑ECC, un‑buffered |
| SATA Connectors | 6 x Serial ATAII 3.0 Gb/s connectors |
| USB Ports | 6 x Ready‑to‑Use USB 2.0 ports on panel + 3 USB 2.0 headers |
| LAN Controller | Realtek RTL8111C Gigabit LAN |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC662 (5.1 CH HD Audio) |