K8VM890 User Manual
This manual introduces the ASRock K8VM890 motherboard, lists the package contents, and details the board's specifications, layout, and HD 8‑channel I/O. It also describes the supported CPUs, memory, chipset, and expansion slots.
The guide covers hardware installation, BIOS configuration, Windows installation (with and without RAID), software support via the included Support CD, and an appendix on AMD’s Cool ’n’ Quiet technology. Safety cautions and troubleshooting tips are included throughout.
| Form Factor | Micro ATX (9.6‑in x 8.4‑in) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | 754‑Pin socket for AMD Athlon 64 and Sempron processors |
| Chipset | Northbridge VIA K8M890 CE, Southbridge VIA VT8237A |
| Memory | 2 DDR DIMM slots, DDR400/333/266, max 2 GB |
| Expansion Slots | 2 PCI, 1 PCI‑Express x16, 1 PCI‑Express x1, 1 HDMR slot |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC861 7.1‑channel CODEC |
| LAN | Realtek PHY VT6103, 10/100 Mbps Ethernet |
| SATA Connectors | 2 x Serial ATA 1.5 Gb/s, RAID 0/1/JBOD, hot‑plug |
| BIOS | 4 Mb AMI BIOS |
It uses a 754‑Pin socket that supports AMD Athlon 64 and Sempron processors.
The board has two DDR DIMM slots supporting DDR400/333/266 memory up to a total of 2 GB.
Yes, the two SATA connectors support RAID 0, RAID 1, and JBOD, and include hot‑plug functionality.
Drivers and utilities are provided on the included Support CD and can also be downloaded from the ASRock website.