ASRock P43 Pro/USB3 Motherboard User Manual
This guide introduces the ASRock P43 Pro/USB3 motherboard and walks users through the installation process, from unpacking the package to connecting all cables and configuring BIOS settings. It also includes safety warnings, FCC/CE compliance notes, and references to the full user manual on the support CD.
Key features covered include the ATX form factor, LGA 775 CPU socket, dual‑channel DDR3 memory support up to 16 GB, multiple PCI‑Express slots, USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 ports, SATA III connectors, Gigabit LAN, and integrated Realtek audio. Technical specifications and hardware monitoring options are listed for quick reference.
| Form Factor | ATX (12.0‑in x 8.0‑in, 30.5 cm x 20.3 cm) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA 775 (775‑Pin) |
| Chipset | Northbridge Intel P43, Southbridge Intel ICH10 |
| Memory Slots | 4 DDR3 DIMM slots (dual‑channel) |
| Maximum Memory | 16 GB |
| Supported Memory Types | DDR3 1600/1333/1066/800 non‑ECC, un‑buffered |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC892, 7.1 CH HD Audio |
| LAN Controller | Realtek RTL8111E Gigabit LAN |
| SATA Connectors | 5 × SATA III (3.0 Gb/s) connectors |
| BIOS | 8 Mb AMI BIOS |
It uses a 775‑Pin LGA 775 socket for compatible Intel processors.
A Realtek RTL8111E Gigabit LAN controller is built in.