ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard User Manual

785gm-gs3 / 785gm-s3 user manual

Brand: ASRock
Category: Motherboard
Document type: User Manual
Language: English
Pages: 60
File format: PDF
File size: 1 MB
Published: 15 March, 2012
Updated: 30 September, 2023
Models: 785GM-GS3, 785GM-S3
MD5 checksum: 1A3BE6B8F3517A1A975157A510F2409F
PDF: ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Motherboard User Manual PDF

About this manual

This manual covers everything needed to install and configure the ASRock 785GM-GS3 / 785GM-S3 Micro ATX motherboard, including CPU, memory, storage, and peripheral connections. It also explains BIOS features, over‑clocking options, and the utilities supplied on the support CD.

Additional sections describe safety warnings, FCC compliance, and troubleshooting tips, while the appendix lists driver and software resources available from the ASRock website.

What's inside

Introduction
Specifications
Motherboard Layout
I/O Panel
Installation Guide
BIOS Setup Utility
Software Support
Safety and Warranty
Troubleshooting

Specifications

Form Factor	Micro ATX (9.6" x 7.2")
CPU Socket	Socket AM3, supports AMD Phenom II, Athlon II, Sempron
Chipset	Northbridge AMD 785G, Southbridge AMD SB710
Memory	2 DDR3 DIMM slots, up to 8 GB, DDR3 800‑1800 (OC)
Audio	Realtek ALC662 5.1‑channel HD Audio

Frequently asked questions

Which Windows operating systems are supported by this motherboard?

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

How many SATA ports are available and do they support RAID?

The board provides four SATA II 3.0 Gb/s connectors that support RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, and JBOD, as well as NCQ, AHCI, and Hot‑Plug functions.

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