This document is the user manual for the C.MK8AS series motherboard released by Colorful Information Technology Co., Ltd. The motherboard provides high-quality artistic service and features the C.MK8AS model, with detailed technical specifications and functions. It covers hardware configurations such as processor, chipset, memory, storage, and expansion slots, as well as BIOS settings and driver installation procedures.
This manual provides a complete guide to the Colorful C.MK8AS motherboard, including an overview of the board, detailed specifications, hardware installation steps, driver installation, and BIOS configuration. It is organized with a table of contents that lets users quickly locate sections such as processor support, memory configuration, and power management.
The C.MK8AS uses an AMD Socket 939 platform with an ATI RS480+SB400 chipset, supports up to four DDR400 memory modules, and offers a range of I/O options including IDE, SATA, USB, PCI and PCI‑Express slots. The document also includes troubleshooting tips, BIOS update procedures, and contact information for technical support. This manual is written in Chinese.
| Supported CPU Socket | AMD Socket 939 |
|---|---|
| Chipset | ATI RS480 + SB400 |
| Memory Slots | 4 x 184‑pin DDR400 slots, up to 4 GB |
| On‑board IDE | Ultra ATA 66/100 support |
| SATA Ports | 4 SATA connectors |
| USB Ports | 8 USB ports (4 require cable) |
| FireWire (IEEE‑1394) | Optional 1394 port |
| Expansion Slots | 2 PCI, 1 PCI‑E ×1, 1 PCI‑E ×16 |
The board supports AMD Athlon 64 and Sempron processors that use the Socket 939 socket.
Four 184‑pin DDR400 DIMM slots are provided, allowing up to 4 GB of memory.
It includes two PCI slots, one PCI‑Express ×1 slot, and one PCI‑Express ×16 slot.
The motherboard offers four SATA connectors and eight USB ports (four of which need a cable).