Key facts
- Brand
- ASRock
- Model
- 970 Pro3
- Category
- Other Computer Accessories
- Documents
- 4
- Languages
- EN · ZH
- Last added
- 2012-06-06
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ASRock 970 Pro3 Motherboard Installation Guide
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.
ASRock 970 Pro3 specifications
| 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 |
All ASRock 970 Pro3 documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
What is the maximum system memory capacity?
The maximum capacity of system memory is 32GB.
Does this motherboard support USB 3.0 ports?
Yes, it includes 2 ready-to-use USB 3.0 ports on the rear panel.
What is the maximum CPU power supported?
The motherboard supports CPUs with a TDP of up to 140W.
Does this motherboard support UEFI BIOS?
Yes, it includes a 32Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS that supports GUI.
What operating systems are supported by this motherboard?
The motherboard is compliant with Microsoft Windows 7 / 7 64-bit / Vista™ / Vista™ 64-bit / XP / XP 64-bit.
Does the motherboard support RAID functions?
Yes, the SATA3 connectors support RAID configurations including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10.