This document is the user manual for the ASRock K8Upgrade-1689 motherboard. It provides specifications and information about the motherboard, as well as a user guide.
This manual covers everything needed to install and configure the ASRock K8Upgrade-1689 motherboard, including package contents, hardware layout, and step‑by‑step installation of CPU, memory, and peripherals. It also details BIOS setup options, power‑saving features, and the support CD utilities.
Additional sections explain AMD’s Cool ‘n’ Quiet technology, provide driver installation guidance, and list technical specifications such as supported CPUs, memory types, expansion slots, and connectivity options.
| Form Factor | ATX (7.5 in x 12.0 in) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | 754‑Pin and 939‑Pin (AMD Athlon 64 / Sempron) |
| Chipset | ALi M1689 |
| Supported Memory Types | PC3200 (DDR400), PC2700 (DDR333), PC2100 (DDR266) |
| SATA Ports | 2 SATA connectors, up to 2 SATA devices at 1.5 Gb/s |
| USB Ports | 8 USB 2.0 ports (4 on I/O panel, 4 via headers) |
| LAN | 10/100 Ethernet, supports Wake‑On‑LAN |
| Audio | 7.1‑channel AC’97 audio |
The board provides eight USB 2.0 ports – four on the I/O panel and four additional ports via two on‑board headers.
Install the AMD Processor Driver from the Support CD, then enable the feature in Windows power‑management settings as described in the appendix.