ASRock 890GX Extreme4 User Manual
This guide introduces the ASRock 890GX Extreme4 motherboard, its package contents, and step‑by‑step hardware installation procedures. It also covers BIOS features, driver support, and troubleshooting tips.
Additional sections detail the board's specifications, including CPU support, memory capacity, expansion slots, I/O ports, and power requirements, as well as safety warnings and overclocking cautions.
| Form Factor | ATX 12.0‑in x 9.6‑in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | Socket AM3+ (also supports Socket AM3) |
| Memory Slots | 4 x DDR3 DIMM slots |
| Maximum Memory Capacity | 32 GB DDR3 |
| Chipset | Northbridge AMD 890GX, Southbridge AMD SB850 |
| SATA Connectors | 5 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (RAID, NCQ, AHCI, Hot Plug) |
| USB 3.0 Ports | 2 rear USB 3.0 ports and 1 front USB 3.0 header |
| LAN | Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s (Atheros AR8151) |
| Audio | 7.1‑channel HD Audio (Realtek ALC892) |
| Integrated Graphics | AMD Radeon HD 4290, max shared memory 512 MB |
It supports Socket AM3+ processors and is also compatible with Socket AM3 processors.
The motherboard includes five SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors that support RAID, NCQ, AHCI, and Hot Plug functions.
Yes, it features two rear USB 3.0 ports and a front USB 3.0 header, each supporting up to 5 Gb/s.
The board can hold up to 32 GB of DDR3 memory across four DIMM slots.