This document describes the features and characteristics of X79 Extreme4, including the processor, memory expansion slots, audio, network, back panel I/O, SATA3 onboard interfaces, intelligent switch, and support for optical drive.
The manual describes the X79 Extreme4's high‑performance features, including a LGA2011 socket for Intel Core i7 processors, support for up to 32 GB DDR3 2400+ memory, and a robust Digi Power digital power design with solid‑state capacitors. It details the board's connectivity options such as three PCIe 3.0 x16 slots, multiple SATA 3.0 and SATA 2.0 ports, USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 connectors, and integrated Realtek ALC898 audio with THX TruStudio support.
Additional sections cover the UEFI BIOS interface, the ASRock ExtremeTuning Utility, network capabilities via Broadcom BCM57781, and power management features like the 24‑pin ATX and 8‑pin 12 V connectors. Installation guidance, troubleshooting tips, and software bundle information are also included. This manual is written in Chinese.
| CPU socket | LGA2011 |
|---|---|
| PCIe slots | 3 × PCIe 3.0 x16, 2 × PCIe 2.0 x1 |
| USB ports | 6 × USB 2.0, 2 × USB 3.0 |
| SATA ports | 2 × Intel SATA 3.0, 3 × ASMedia SATA 3.0, 4 × SATA 2.0 |
| Network controller | Broadcom BCM57781 |
| Power connectors | 24‑pin ATX, 8‑pin 12 V |
It uses an LGA2011 socket for Intel Core i7 processors.
The board includes two USB 3.0 ports.
It uses a Broadcom BCM57781 network controller.