This document is the installation guide for the ASRock Z77 Extreme6 motherboard. It prohibits reproduction, transcription, transmission, or translation of the guide in any form or by any means without the written consent of ASRock Inc. The document provides specifications and information about the ASRock Z77 Extreme6 motherboard and states that ASRock is not responsible for any errors or omissions in the guide. Additionally, the document mentions that ASRock does not provide any express or implied warranties and is not liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages that may arise from defects or errors in the guide or product.
This guide introduces the ASRock Z77 Extreme6 ATX motherboard, lists the package contents, and explains the layout of connectors, slots, and headers. It also details the supported CPUs, memory types, and expansion options.
The document includes step‑by‑step installation procedures, BIOS configuration tips, audio and video setup, and troubleshooting notes such as disabling the Volume Shadow Copy service on Windows 7.
| Form Factor | ATX (12.0‑in x 9.6‑in, 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | 1155‑Pin LGA1155 |
| Chipset | Intel® Z77 |
| Memory Slots | 4 × DDR3 DIMM slots |
| Maximum Memory Capacity | 32 GB |
| LAN Controller | Broadcom BCM57781 Gigabit Ethernet |
It uses an ATX form factor measuring 12.0 in × 9.6 in (30.5 cm × 24.4 cm).
The motherboard has four DDR3 DIMM slots.
It supports the 1155‑Pin LGA1155 socket for Intel 2nd‑ and 3rd‑generation Core i7/i5/i3 CPUs.