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AMD 770 Chipset AMD SB710 Chipset Based M/B for AM3 Processor user manual
This manual covers the AMD 770 chipset motherboard built on the AMD 770 North Bridge and SB710 South Bridge. It details hardware installation, BIOS configuration, driver setup, and safety guidelines for AM3‑compatible CPUs.
Key sections include an introduction to the motherboard features, step‑by‑step hardware installation, BIOS setup options, and driver installation for audio, network, and RAID functions. Appendices give power‑phase recommendations and fan‑selection advice.
AMD SB710 specifications
| Form factor | ATX |
|---|---|
| PCB size | 29.5 cm × 20.0 cm |
| North Bridge chipset | AMD 770 |
| South Bridge chipset | AMD SB710 |
| CPU power limit | under 95 W |
| Memory slots | 2 × DDRIII 800/1066/1333, up to 8 GB, dual‑channel |
| PCI‑Express slots | 1 × PCIe 2.0 x16 (16‑lane), 1 × PCIe 2.0 x16 (4‑lane), 1 × PCIe 2.0 x1 |
| PCI slots | 2 × 32‑bit PCI |
| LAN | Integrated Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mb/s) |
| Audio codec | ALC662 6‑channel HD Audio |
| USB ports | 4 × USB2.0 ports + 2 × headers |
Source: AMD 770 Chipset AMD SB710 Chipset Based M/B for AM3 Processor user manual
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Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Mounting, wiring and first power-up. Read it before the hardware goes in.
Questions answered in these manuals
What type of memory does the AMD 770 motherboard support?
It supports two DDRIII modules (800 MHz, 1066 MHz, or 1333 MHz) for a maximum of 8 GB in dual‑channel mode.
From: AMD 770 Chipset AMD SB710 Chipset Based M/B for AM3 Processor user manual
How many USB ports are available on the board?
The board provides four USB 2.0 ports and two additional USB headers.
From: AMD 770 Chipset AMD SB710 Chipset Based M/B for AM3 Processor user manual
How do I create a RAID driver diskette before installing Windows?
Insert a formatted floppy, copy all files from the CD folder \NF-orce4\RAIDDisk to the floppy, then start the OS installation and press F6 when prompted.
From: AMD 785G AMD SB710 Based M/B For Socket AM3 Series Quad Core Processor USER'S MANUAL
What is the CPU Thermal Throttling Technology?
When the CPU temperature reaches a preset level, the BIOS reduces the CPU bandwidth to a lower idle percentage (12.5‑87.5%) to cool the processor, optionally sounding a beep.
From: AMD 785G AMD SB710 Based M/B For Socket AM3 Series Quad Core Processor USER'S MANUAL
How do I set the SATA operation mode to RAID in the BIOS?
Enter the BIOS Setup Utility, go to the Advanced screen, select IDE Configuration, and set the “SATA Operation Mode” option to [RAID].
How do I connect to RAIDXpert from the Internet?
After your network administrator opens the firewall, access the Host PC by its IP address from outside the network using a web browser.