ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA Motherboard installation guide
This guide introduces the ASRock 4CoreDX90-VSTA motherboard, its package contents, and a quick‑installation procedure. It includes a detailed motherboard layout diagram, connector descriptions, and notes on audio, video, and networking interfaces.
The document also lists the technical specifications such as supported CPUs, memory types, expansion slots, and BIOS features, along with cautions for over‑clocking and hardware requirements for Windows Vista certification.
| Form Factor | Micro ATX 9.6 in x 8.2 in (24.4 cm x 20.8 cm) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA 775 |
| Supported CPUs | Intel Core 2 Extreme, Core 2 Duo, Pentium XE, Pentium D, Pentium 4, Celeron D |
| Chipset | Northbridge VIA P4Mg00, Southbridge VIA VT8237A |
| Memory Slots | 2 DDR DIMM slots, DDR400/333/266, max 2 GB |
| Expansion Slots | 3 PCI, 1 PCI Express x16, 1 HDMR |
| Audio | 7.1‑channel HD Audio (ALC883 codec) |
| LAN | VIA PHY VT6103, 10/100 Ethernet, Wake‑On‑LAN |
| SATA Connectors | 2 × Serial ATA 1.5 Gb/s (RAID 0/1, Hot Plug) |
It uses an LGA 775 socket for Intel processors.
The motherboard supports 7.1‑channel HD audio using the ALC883 codec.