Key facts
- Brand
- ASRock
- Model
- 990FX
- Category
- Motherboard
- Industry
- Computers
- Documents
- 8
- Languages
- ZH · EN
- Last added
- 2012-05-10
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ASRock Fatal1ty 990FX Professional Series Motherboard User Manual
This manual introduces the Fatal1ty 990FX Professional Series motherboard, covering package contents, specifications, and step‑by‑step hardware installation. It also explains the UEFI Setup Utility for BIOS configuration and details the support CD utilities.
Additional sections cover operating system installation, driver setup, and troubleshooting. The document includes safety warnings, overclocking cautions, and contact information for technical support.
ASRock 990FX specifications
| CPU Socket | Socket AM3+ |
|---|---|
| Supported Memory Type | DDR3 2100 (dual‑channel) |
| USB 3.0 Ports | 2 |
| SATA Ports | 5 x SATA3, 1 x eSATA3 |
| Multi‑GPU Support (AMD) | 4‑way CrossFireX |
| Multi‑GPU Support (NVIDIA) | 4‑way SLI |
All ASRock 990FX 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.
Questions answered in these manuals
Which CPU socket does the 990FX Extreme3 motherboard support?
It supports the AMD Socket AM3+ for compatible processors.
How many USB 3.0 ports are available on the board?
There are two USB 3.0 ports provided.
Which BIOS utility is used to configure system settings?
The UEFI Setup Utility is used for BIOS configuration, including hardware monitoring and security settings.
From: ASRock Fatal1ty 990FX Professional Series Motherboard User Manual
Which Windows operating systems are supported for installation?
The motherboard supports Windows 7/7 64‑bit, Vista/Vista 64‑bit, and Windows XP/XP 64‑bit.
From: ASRock Fatal1ty 990FX Professional Series Motherboard User Manual
Which Windows operating systems are supported for installation?
The motherboard supports Windows Vista 64‑bit (with SP1 or later) and Windows 7 64‑bit.
How do I enable AHCI mode in the BIOS?
Press <F2> or <Delete> at POST, go to Advanced > Storage Configuration > SATA Mode, and set it to AHCI.