The X79 Extreme7 is a motherboard from ASRock that supports Intel LGA2011-socket processors, uses the Intel X79 Express chipset, and supports DDR3 3200 (OC) memory. It can support up to 128GB of memory, has a variety of expansion slots, and is equipped with 8 SATA3 ports, 2 M.2 ports, 2 PCI-E 3.0 x16 slots, and 4 PCI-E 2.0 x1 slots. It also has an 8-channel audio system that supports the Realtek ALC1150 high-definition audio chip and supports 7.1-channel surround sound output.
This manual covers everything needed to install and configure the ASRock X79 Extreme7 ATX motherboard, including package contents, CPU and memory installation, expansion slot usage, and detailed UEFI BIOS settings.
It also lists supported operating systems, driver installation steps, and troubleshooting tips, with full specifications for connectors, ports, and onboard features.
| Form Factor | ATX (12.0 in x 9.6 in) |
|---|---|
| CPU Support | Intel Core i7‑39xx/38xx (Socket LGA 2011) |
| Chipset | Intel X79 |
| Memory Slots | 6 DDR3 DIMM slots |
| Max Memory Capacity | 48 GB |
| PCIe Slots | 5 × PCI Express 3.0 x16 |
| LAN Controller | Broadcom BCM57781 |
| Rear USB 3.0 Ports | 2 ports |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC898 |
It uses an ATX form factor measuring 12.0 in × 9.6 in.
The motherboard provides two rear USB 3.0 ports.
The maximum supported memory is 48 GB.
It uses a Broadcom BCM57781 Gigabit LAN controller.