nVidia nForce 570 / nForce 550 series mainboard user manual
This manual provides detailed information for the Nvidia nForce 570 and nForce 550 mainboards, including package contents, key features, hardware specifications, and a system block diagram. It also guides users through CPU installation, jumper settings, memory configuration, and connector layout.
Later sections cover BIOS setup, driver and utility installation, Ghost BIOS recovery, and an appendix of POST codes for troubleshooting. Safety and handling instructions are included to protect the board from static discharge.
| CPU Socket | Socket AM2 (940‑pin) |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Nvidia nForce 570 or nForce 550 |
| Memory Slots | Four 240‑pin unbuffered non‑ECC DDR2 DIMM sockets |
| Maximum Memory | 16 GB |
| PCI Slots | Three PCI (v2.3) connectors |
| USB Ports | Ten USB 2.0 connectors |
| LAN Ports | Two Gigabit Ethernet ports (Realtek RTL8111B) |
| Form Factor | ATX 305 mm × 245 mm |
The board follows the ATX form factor, measuring 305 mm by 245 mm.