This document is the installation guide for the ASRock H71M-DG3 motherboard, including the features and characteristics of the product.
The ASRock H71M-DG3 Installation Guide provides an overview of the motherboard’s layout, connectors, and key features. It includes a brief introduction, package contents, and a concise specification table.
Detailed sections cover motherboard layout, I/O panel description, BIOS features, unique utilities, and step‑by‑step instructions for installing the operating system, including support for large (>2 TB) hard drives.
| Form Factor | Micro ATX (8.9‑in x 6.8‑in) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA1155 |
| Chipset | Intel® H61 |
| Maximum Memory | 16 GB DDR3 |
| Memory Type | DDR3 1600/1333/1066 non‑ECC, un‑buffered |
| SATA Connectors | 4 × SATA2 3.0 Gb/s (NCQ, AHCI, Hot‑Plug) |
| LAN | Gigabit Ethernet (Realtek RTL8111C) |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC662 (5.1 CH HD Audio) |
| BIOS | AMI UEFI BIOS with GUI support |
The motherboard is compliant with Microsoft® Windows® 7 / 7 64‑bit, Vista™ / Vista™ 64‑bit, and XP / XP 64‑bit.