ASRock 4CoreN73PV-HD720p Motherboard Installation Guide
This guide introduces the ASRock 4CoreN73PV‑HD720p Micro‑ATX motherboard, its key features, and the contents of the package, including the quick‑installation guide, support CD, and required cables. It also explains the warranty disclaimer and regulatory notices.
The document covers the motherboard layout, connector descriptions, specifications (CPU socket, chipset, memory, expansion slots, graphics, audio, LAN, USB), BIOS features, safety warnings, and minimum hardware requirements for Windows Vista Premium/Basic logo certification. Installation steps, BIOS configuration for multi‑streaming audio, and troubleshooting tips are also provided.
| Form Factor | Micro ATX (9.6" x 8.0") |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA 775 |
| Chipset | NVIDIA® GeForce 7100 / nForce 630i |
| Memory Slots | 2 DDR2 DIMM slots (max 4 GB) |
| Maximum Memory | 4 GB |
| Expansion Slots | 1 × PCI Express x16, 1 × PCI Express x1, 2 × PCI |
| Integrated Graphics | NVIDIA® GeForce 7100 (DX9.0, Pixel Shader 3.0) |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC662 (5.1 CH HD Audio) |
| LAN Controller | Realtek Giga PHY RTL8211B (R1.0) or RTL8201CL (R3.0) |
| USB Ports | 4 × USB 2.0 ports (ready‑to‑use) |
It uses an LGA 775 socket.
The motherboard provides two DDR2 DIMM slots.
It includes an NVIDIA GeForce 7100 integrated graphics chip.
Version R1.0 uses Realtek Giga PHY RTL8211B; version R3.0 uses Realtek PHY RTL8201CL.