A785GM User Manual
This manual introduces the ASRock A785GM Micro ATX motherboard, its package contents, specifications, layout, and I/O panel. It guides users through pre‑installation precautions, CPU, memory, and expansion slot installation, as well as multi‑monitor and CrossFireX configuration.
Later sections cover BIOS setup utility, overclocking features, hardware health monitoring, and software support including driver and utility installation from the support CD. The document also includes safety warnings, FCC/CE compliance information, and contact details.
| Form Factor | Micro ATX (9.6" x 7.2") |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Northbridge AMD 785G, Southbridge AMD SB710 |
| Audio | 5.1‑channel HD Audio (ALC662 codec) |
| LAN | Realtek PCI‑Ex1 LAN 8103EL/8102EL, 10/100 Mbps |
| SATA Ports | 4 × SATAII 3.0 Gb/s connectors with RAID support |
| BIOS | 8 MB AMI BIOS |
The motherboard supports Microsoft Windows 7/7 64‑bit, Vista/ Vista 64‑bit, Windows XP, XP Media Center, and XP 64‑bit.
It has four SATAII 3.0 Gb/s ports that support RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 10, JBOD, NCQ, AHCI, and hot‑plug functions.
The board is a Micro ATX form factor measuring 9.6 in × 7.2 in (24.4 cm × 18.3 cm).