The document describes the features and characteristics of the ASRock 880GM-SC/128M motherboard and its hardware connections.
This guide introduces the ASRock 880GM-SC/128M Micro ATX motherboard, its package contents, layout, and all connectors such as the AM3 CPU socket, DDR3 memory slots, SATA and USB ports, and rear I/O. It also details the supported CPUs, chipset (AMD 880G northbridge, AMD SB710 southbridge), and integrated components like Radeon HD 4250 graphics and Realtek LAN.
The manual covers BIOS features, over‑clocking utilities (OC Tuner, Instant Flash, OC DNA), power‑saving technologies, and how to use the support CD. Safety warnings, cautions for memory and SATA installation, and troubleshooting tips are also included.
| Form factor | Micro ATX (9.6" x 7.8") |
|---|---|
| CPU socket | AM3 |
| Supported CPUs | AMD Phenom II X6/X4/X3/X2, Athlon II X4/X3/X2, Sempron (Socket AM3) |
| Chipset | Northbridge AMD 880G, Southbridge AMD SB710 |
| Memory slots | 2 DDR3 DIMM slots (dual‑channel) |
| Maximum memory | 8 GB |
| SATA connectors | 6 Serial ATAII 3.0 Gb/s ports |
| USB ports | 6 rear USB 2.0 ports + 3 internal USB 2.0 headers |
| Integrated graphics | AMD Radeon HD 4250 |
| Audio codec | Realtek ALC662 (5.1 CH HD Audio) |
| LAN | Realtek RTL8111 DL Gigabit Ethernet |
| BIOS | 8 Mb AMI BIOS |
The board supports Socket AM3 processors, including AMD Phenom II X6/X4/X3/X2, Athlon II X4/X3/X2, and Sempron CPUs.
It provides two DDR3 DIMM slots that operate in dual‑channel mode.
The motherboard includes an integrated AMD Radeon HD 4250 graphics processor.