This document is a user's manual for AMD 770 chipset and AMD SB710 chipset based motherboards for AM3 processors. The document provides information on the features and characteristics of the motherboards.
This manual covers the AMD 770 chipset motherboard built on the AMD 770 North Bridge and SB710 South Bridge. It details hardware installation, BIOS configuration, driver setup, and safety guidelines for AM3‑compatible CPUs.
Key sections include an introduction to the motherboard features, step‑by‑step hardware installation, BIOS setup options, and driver installation for audio, network, and RAID functions. Appendices give power‑phase recommendations and fan‑selection advice.
| Form factor | ATX |
|---|---|
| PCB size | 29.5 cm × 20.0 cm |
| North Bridge chipset | AMD 770 |
| South Bridge chipset | AMD SB710 |
| CPU power limit | under 95 W |
| Memory slots | 2 × DDRIII 800/1066/1333, up to 8 GB, dual‑channel |
| PCI‑Express slots | 1 × PCIe 2.0 x16 (16‑lane), 1 × PCIe 2.0 x16 (4‑lane), 1 × PCIe 2.0 x1 |
| PCI slots | 2 × 32‑bit PCI |
| LAN | Integrated Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mb/s) |
| Audio codec | ALC662 6‑channel HD Audio |
| USB ports | 4 × USB2.0 ports + 2 × headers |
It supports two DDRIII modules (800 MHz, 1066 MHz, or 1333 MHz) for a maximum of 8 GB in dual‑channel mode.
The board provides four USB 2.0 ports and two additional USB headers.