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This document is a Quick Installation Guide for the ASRock 970 Pro3 ATX form factor motherboard. It details the platform features, including support for Socket AM3+ processors and AMD 970 chipset, along with memory and expansion slot configurations.
The guide provides an overview of the rear panel I/O ports, such as USB 2.0 and 3.0 ports, LAN, and audio jacks. It also lists unique features like ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU) and hardware monitoring capabilities for temperature and voltage.
| Form Factor | ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 8.2-in, 30.5 cm x 20.8 cm |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket Support | Socket AM3+ and Socket AM3 processors |
| Chipset | Northbridge: AMD 970, Southbridge: AMD SB950 |
| LAN Speed | PCIE x1 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s |
| Audio Codec | 7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek ALC892) |
| SATA Connectors | 6 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s connectors |
The maximum capacity of system memory is 32GB.
Yes, it includes 2 ready-to-use USB 3.0 ports on the rear panel.
It uses a Realtek ALC892 Audio Codec for 7.1 channel HD Audio.