ASRock ALiveNF5-VSTA Motherboard Installation Guide
This guide introduces the ASRock ALiveNF5-VSTA motherboard, its ATX form factor, and the components included in the package. It also lists the motherboard’s key specifications such as CPU socket, memory support, chipset, audio, and networking features.
The document walks the user through pre‑installation precautions, CPU and fan installation, connector layout, and wiring details. It includes cautions for over‑clocking, power‑down procedures, and minimum hardware requirements for Windows Vista Premium 2007 certification.
| Form Factor | ATX (12.0‑in x 7.6‑in, 30.5 cm x 19.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | AM2 (supports AMD Athlon 64FX/64X2/64 and Sempron) |
| Memory Slots | 4 DDRII DIMM slots, up to 8 GB, DDRII800/667/533 |
| Chipset | NVIDIA nForce 520 |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC888, 7.1‑channel HD audio |
| LAN | Realtek PHY RTL8201CL, 10/100 Mbps Ethernet |
| SATAII Connectors | 4 x SATAII 3.0 Gb/s connectors (RAID, NCQ, AHCI, Hot Plug) |
| IDE Connector | 1 x ATA133 IDE connector (supports 2 IDE devices) |
| USB Headers | 3 x USB 2.0 headers (support 6 USB 2.0 ports) |
| Power Connectors | 20‑pin ATX power connector, 4‑pin 12 V connector |
A Sempron 2800+ CPU, 1 GB of system memory, and a VGA card with DirectX 9.0 support and at least 128‑bit video memory (64‑bit for the Basic logo).
The board includes four SATAII 3.0 Gb/s connectors that support RAID, NCQ, AHCI, and hot‑plug functions.