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- ASRock
- Model
- X79 Professional Series
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- Other Computer Accessories
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- 3
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- Last added
- 2012-03-14
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Fatal1ty X79 Professional Series Motherboard Quick Installation Guide
This Quick Installation Guide introduces the Fatal1ty X79 Professional Series motherboard, its layout, key components, and the steps required to install it in a PC. It also points to the full user manual on the support CD for detailed configuration and BIOS settings.
The guide provides hardware specifications, connector descriptions, audio and networking features, as well as troubleshooting tips for installing large‑capacity drives and enabling multi‑stream audio. All information reflects the specifications published by ASRock, the OEM of the Fatal1ty brand.
ASRock Fatal1ty X79 Professional Series specifications
| Form Factor | ATX 12.0‑in x 9.6‑in (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) |
|---|---|
| CPU Support | Intel® Core™ i7 family, LGA 2011 socket |
| Memory Slots | 4 DDR3 DIMM slots |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB |
| Chipset | Intel® X79 |
| PCI Express Slots | 4 × PCIe 3.0 x16, 1 × PCIe 2.0 x1, 2 × PCI |
| LAN Controller | Broadcom BCM57781 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC898 7.1‑channel HD audio |
| SATA3 Connectors | 6 × 6 Gb/s SATA3 ports |
| USB Ports | 4 rear USB 3.0, 5 USB 2.0 ports |
Source: Fatal1ty X79 Professional Series Motherboard Quick Installation Guide
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Questions answered in these manuals
How many DDR3 DIMM slots does the motherboard have?
The board provides four DDR3 DIMM slots.
From: Fatal1ty X79 Professional Series Motherboard Quick Installation Guide
What is the maximum system memory supported?
It can support up to 32 GB of system memory.
From: Fatal1ty X79 Professional Series Motherboard Quick Installation Guide
What storage configuration should be set for Windows 7/8/10?
Set the Storage Configuration option in the BIOS to AHCI mode for better performance.
From: ASRock Fatal1ty X79 Professional Series Motherboard User Manual
What is the maximum supported memory capacity?
The motherboard supports up to 32 GB of DDR3 memory across four DIMM slots.
From: ASRock Fatal1ty X79 Professional Series Motherboard User Manual
Which operating systems are supported for installation?
The motherboard supports Windows Vista 64‑bit (with SP1 or later) and Windows 7 64‑bit, as well as Windows XP 64‑bit versions.
How many SATA3 ports are available?
There are six SATA3 6.0 Gb/s connectors on the board.