ASRock 790GX Pro User Manual

790GX Pro User Manual, introduces the product features and characteristics, usage methods, etc.


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Brand
ASRock
Category
Motherboard
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
62
File format
PDF
File size
850 KB
Published
02 May, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
Model
790GX
MD5 checksum
B8BCE1B924FFA41629E99606948C9CC8

About this manual

This manual introduces the ASRock 790GX Pro ATX motherboard, covering its hardware layout, installation steps, and BIOS configuration. It includes detailed sections on CPU installation, memory modules, expansion slots, I/O panel connections, and software support via the included Support CD.

The document also contains safety notices, FCC compliance information, and troubleshooting guidance, along with specifications such as supported processors, memory capacity, graphics, audio, and networking features. Users can reference the BIOS Setup Utility chapter for configuring system settings and enabling advanced features like overclocking and power saving.

What's inside

  • Introduction
  • Specifications
  • Motherboard Layout
  • I/O Panel
  • Installation
  • BIOS Setup Utility
  • Software Support
  • Safety and Compliance

Specifications

Form FactorATX (12.0" x 8.8")
CPU SocketSocket AM3
Maximum CPU Power140 W
ChipsetAMD 790GX (Northbridge) / AMD SB750 (Southbridge)
Memory Slots4 x DDR3 DIMM slots, up to 16 GB
Maximum Memory Capacity16 GB
Expansion Slots1 x PCIe 2.0 x16, 2 x PCIe 2.0 x1, 3 x PCI
Integrated GraphicsAMD Radeon HD 3300, up to 512 MB shared memory
SATA Connectors5 x SATAII 3.0 Gb/s (RAID supported)
Video OutputsD‑Sub, DVI‑D, HDMI

Frequently asked questions

What CPU socket does the ASRock 790GX Pro motherboard use?

It uses the Socket AM3 for AMD Phenom II, Athlon II, and Sempron processors.

How many DDR3 memory slots are available and what is the maximum memory capacity?

The board has four DDR3 DIMM slots and supports up to 16 GB of system memory.

How many SATA ports are provided on the motherboard?

There are five SATAII 3.0 Gb/s connectors that support RAID and hot‑plug.

Does the motherboard include an HDMI video output?

Yes, it provides an HDMI port for video output up to 1920 × 1200.

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