ASRock ALiveSATA2-GLAN Motherboard Installation Guide
This Quick Installation Guide introduces the ASRock ALiveSATA2-GLAN motherboard, its key features, and the contents of the package. It also explains that more detailed information can be found on the support CD and the ASRock website.
The document covers the motherboard layout, I/O panel, specifications (CPU socket, memory, chipset, expansion slots, audio, LAN, SATA connectors), BIOS features, cautions, and minimum hardware requirements for Windows Vista. It includes diagrams and tables to help users correctly connect cables, install memory, and configure the system.
| Form Factor | ATX 12.0‑in x 8.0‑in |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | Socket AM2 for AMD Athlon™ 64FX/64X2/64 and Sempron |
| Memory Slots | 4 DDRII DIMM slots |
| Maximum Memory Capacity | 8 GB |
| Northbridge Chipset | VIA® K8T890 CF |
| Southbridge Chipset | VIA® VT8237A |
| LAN Controller | Realtek RTL8111B Gigabit LAN |
| Audio Codec | ALC888 |
| SATA Connectors (VIA) | 2 × 1.5 Gb/s, RAID 0/1/JBOD, Hot Plug |
| SATA Connectors (JMicron) | 2 × 3.0 Gb/s, RAID 0/1/JBOD, NCQ, Hot Plug |
It supports AMD Athlon™ 64FX, 64X2, 64 and Sempron processors in an AM2 socket.
A Realtek RTL8111B Gigabit LAN controller is integrated and it supports Wake‑On‑LAN.