Key facts
- Brand
- ASRock
- Model
- 890GM
- Category
- Motherboard
- Industry
- Computers
- Documents
- 8
- Languages
- EN · ZH
- Last added
- 2012-06-06
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ASRock 890GM Pro3 Motherboard Quick Installation Guide
This guide provides a concise overview of the ASRock 890GM Pro3 motherboard, including its Micro‑ATX form factor, AMD 890GX north‑bridge, and MD SB830 south‑bridge. It lists supported CPUs, memory types, expansion slots, and onboard features such as LAN, audio, SATA and USB ports.
The document also contains step‑by‑step installation instructions, safety precautions, BIOS features, and information about ASRock utility software for system tuning and firmware updates. This manual is written in Chinese.
ASRock 890GM specifications
| Form Factor | Micro ATX Form Factor: 9.6-in x 9.6-in, 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | Socket AM3+ processors |
| Chipset Northbridge | AMD 890GX |
| Chipset Southbridge | AMD SB850 |
| Graphics | Integrated AMD Radeon HD 4290 graphics |
| LAN Speed | 10/100/1000 Mb/s |
All ASRock 890GM documents by type
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.
The shortest path to a working setup, usually only a few pages.
Questions answered in these manuals
What operating systems are supported?
The motherboard supports Windows 7, Vista, and XP.
How much system memory is supported?
The maximum capacity of the system memory is 32GB.
Which AMD processors are compatible with the 890GM Pro3 board?
The board supports Socket AM3 processors, including AMD Phenom II X4/X3/X2, Athlon II X4/X3/X2, and Sempron models.
How can I enable the UCC CPU core unlocking feature?
Enter the BIOS by pressing F2 or DEL, set "ASRock UCC" to Enabled, then save and exit with F10.
What CPU socket does the ASRock 890GM Pro3 motherboard use?
It uses a Socket AM3 compatible with AMD Phenom II, Athlon II, and Sempron processors.
How much memory can be installed and what types are supported?
The board supports up to 16 GB of DDR3 memory in dual‑channel mode, with speeds of 1800, 1600, 1333, 1066 and 800 MHz, non‑ECC and un‑buffered.