Key facts
- Brand
- ASRock
- Model
- K10N78D
- Category
- Motherboard
- Industry
- Computers
- Documents
- 4
- Languages
- EN · ZH
- Last added
- 2012-06-05
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ASRock K10N78D Motherboard Quick Installation Guide
The ASRock K10N78D is an ATX‑form factor motherboard featuring an NVIDIA nForce 720D chipset, dual‑channel DDR2 memory support and a range of I/O options. This guide provides a step‑by‑step installation procedure, component layout, and key specifications.
It also includes safety cautions, over‑clocking warnings, and information on audio, LAN, and storage connectors, helping users set up the board correctly and safely.
ASRock K10N78D specifications
| Form Factor | ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 7.5-in, 30.5 cm x 19.1 cm |
|---|---|
| CPU Support | Socket AM2+ / AM2 and AM3 processors |
| Chipset | NVIDIA nForce 720D |
| Expansion Slots | 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot, 3x PCI Express x1 slots, 3x PCI slots |
| Audio Codec | VIA VT1708S Audio Codec |
| LAN Speed | Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s |
| BIOS Type | 8Mb AMI BIOS |
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Questions answered in these manuals
What operating systems are supported?
The motherboard is compliant with Microsoft Windows XP / XP Media Center / XP 64-bit / Vista / Vista 64-bit.
Does the motherboard support RAID functions?
Yes, the SATAII connectors support RAID modes including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, RAID 5 and JBOD.
What type of audio codec is used on the K10N78D motherboard?
The board uses a VIA VT1708S 7.1‑channel HD audio codec.
How many SATA ports are available on this motherboard?
There are six SATAII 3.0 Gb/s connectors.
How many SATA ports does the ASRock K10N78D motherboard have?
It has six SATA II ports, labeled PORT 0 through PORT 5.
What is the form factor and size of the ASRock K10N78D motherboard?
It uses an ATX form factor measuring 12.0 in × 7.5 in (30.5 cm × 19.1 cm).