This document is the installation guide, copyright notice, and disclaimer for the ASRock P45X3 Deluxe motherboard. It prohibits the reproduction, transcription, transmission, or translation of any part of this document in any language without written consent from ASRock Inc. The motherboard has certain features and characteristics.
This guide introduces the ASRock P45X3 Deluxe motherboard and walks users through the quick installation process, from unpacking the package contents to connecting power, data, and peripheral cables. It also points to the full User Manual on the support CD for more detailed information.
Key sections cover the motherboard layout, connector descriptions, BIOS features, unique ASRock technologies, and safety cautions such as overclocking warnings. Technical specifications, including CPU socket, chipset, memory support, and I/O options, are listed for quick reference.
| Form Factor | ATX (12.0‑in x 9.6‑in) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA 775 |
| Northbridge Chipset | Intel P45 |
| Southbridge Chipset | Intel ICH10 |
| Memory Slots | 4 x DDR3 DIMM slots |
| Maximum Memory Capacity | 16 GB |
| SATA Connectors | 6 x SATAII 3.0 Gb/s ports |
| USB Ports | 7 x USB 2.0 ports |
| LAN Interface | Realtek RTL8111 DL Gigabit LAN |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC888 |
| BIOS | 8 Mb AMI BIOS |
It uses an LGA 775 socket for Intel Core 2 and compatible processors.
The board provides six SATAII 3.0 Gb/s connectors for storage devices.