ASRock M3A785GM-LE Motherboard English
This manual covers everything needed to install and configure the ASRock M3A785GM-LE motherboard, including hardware layout, BIOS setup, and software utilities. It also contains safety notices, warranty information, and regulatory compliance details.
The document includes detailed specifications, connector descriptions, and troubleshooting tips, as well as guidance for overclocking, power management, and multimedia support such as 1080p Blu‑ray playback.
| Form Factor | Micro ATX (9.6" x 7.8") |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | AM3 |
| Chipset | Northbridge AMD 785G, Southbridge AMD SB710 |
| Memory Slots | 2 DDR3 DIMM slots, max 8 GB |
| Maximum Memory Capacity | 8 GB |
| Expansion Slots | 1 PCIe x16, 1 PCIe x1, 2 PCI slots |
| Integrated Graphics | AMD Radeon HD 4200 |
| LAN Controller | Realtek RTL8111DL Gigabit LAN |
| BIOS | 8 Mb AMI BIOS |
| SATA Connectors | 6 SATAII 3.0 Gb/s ports |
The motherboard includes six SATAII 3.0 Gb/s connectors for hard‑disk or SSD connections.
It uses an AM3 socket for AMD Phenom II and Athlon II processors.
The board can support up to 8 GB of DDR3 memory.
Use the ASRock Instant Flash utility by pressing F6 during POST or F2 to enter the BIOS setup menu.