This document is the user manual for ASRock INC.'s K8A8X-M, describing the features and characteristics of the product.
This manual guides users through the hardware installation of the ASRock K8A8X-M motherboard, including CPU, memory, storage, and peripheral connections, as well as safety precautions and pre‑installation checks. It also covers BIOS setup, boot device priority, security settings, and software support via the included support CD.
The document lists detailed technical specifications such as the 754‑pin CPU socket, ALi M1689 chipset, DDR memory support, SATA and IDE interfaces, USB 2.0 ports, and supported Windows operating systems, helping users configure and troubleshoot the board effectively.
| Form Factor | Micro ATX (9.6‑in x 7.8‑in, 24.4 cm x 19.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | 754‑Pin socket (AMD Athlon 64 / Sempron) |
| Chipset | ALi M1689 |
| Memory | 2 DDR DIMM slots, up to 2 GB, DDR400/333/266 |
| IDE Interfaces | 2 IDE connectors, ATA 133 Ultra DMA 6 |
| SATA | 2 SATA connectors, 1.5 Gb/s |
| USB Ports | 8 USB 2.0 ports (6 on panel, 2 via header) |
| LAN | 10/100 Ethernet with Wake‑On‑LAN |
| Audio | 5.1‑channel AC’97 audio |
It uses a 754‑Pin socket that supports AMD Athlon 64 and Sempron processors.
The board has two DDR DIMM slots and can hold up to 2 GB of DDR400/333/266 memory.
Eight USB 2.0 ports are available – six on the I/O panel and two via an internal header.
The K8A8X-M supports Microsoft Windows 98SE, ME, 2000, and XP.