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- Brand
- ASRock
- Model
- G41M-S
- Category
- Motherboard
- Industry
- Computers
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- 6
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- Last added
- 2012-05-02
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ASRock G41M-GS3 / G41M-S3 Motherboard Quick Installation Guide
This guide provides an overview of the ASRock G41M‑GS3 / G41M‑S3 motherboard, including package contents, layout, and key specifications. It also explains how to install the board, connect peripherals, and configure BIOS features such as overclocking tools and power‑saving options.
The document includes safety warnings, detailed connector descriptions, and instructions for setting up audio, LAN, SATA, and USB interfaces. It references additional resources on the ASRock website for driver updates and advanced configuration.
ASRock G41M-S specifications
| Form Factor | Micro ATX (9.6 in x 7.6 in) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | LGA 775 |
| Supported CPUs | Intel Core 2 Extreme / Quad / Duo, Pentium Dual Core, Celeron Dual Core |
| Chipset | Northbridge Intel G41, Southbridge Intel ICH7 |
| Supported Memory | DDR3 1333/1066/800 non‑ECC, un‑buffered |
| Expansion Slots | 1 × PCI‑Express x16, 1 × PCI‑Express x1, 2 × PCI |
| Audio | Realtek ALC662 5.1‑channel HD Audio |
| LAN (G41M‑GS3) | Realtek RTL8111DL Gigabit (10/100/1000 Mb/s) |
| LAN (G41M‑S3) | Realtek 8103EL/8102EL 10/100 Mb/s, Wake‑On‑LAN |
| SATA Connectors | 4 × SATAII 3.0 Gb/s (no RAID, no hot‑plug) |
Source: ASRock G41M-GS3 / G41M-S3 Motherboard Quick Installation Guide
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Questions answered in these manuals
What CPU socket does the ASRock G41M‑GS3 / G41M‑S3 motherboard use?
It uses an LGA 775 socket that supports Intel Core 2, Pentium Dual Core, and Celeron Dual Core processors.
From: ASRock G41M-GS3 / G41M-S3 Motherboard Quick Installation Guide
What LAN speed does the G41M‑GS3 variant support?
The G41M‑GS3 version includes a Realtek RTL8111DL Gigabit LAN controller supporting 10/100/1000 Mb/s.
From: ASRock G41M-GS3 / G41M-S3 Motherboard Quick Installation Guide
What CPU socket does the ASRock G41M‑GS3 / G41M‑S3 motherboard use?
It uses an LGA 775 socket for Intel® Core 2, Core 2 Quad, Core 2 Duo, Pentium Dual Core, and Celeron processors.
How many DDR3 memory slots are available and what is the maximum memory capacity?
The board provides two DDR3 DIMM slots with a maximum supported memory of 8 GB.
How do I change the system time in the BIOS?
Select the System Time field and use the [+] or [-] keys to adjust the time.
How can I load the default BIOS settings?
Press F9 to load the default settings.