Key facts
- Brand
- ASRock
- Model
- K8UPGRADE-1689
- Category
- Motherboard
- Industry
- Computers
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2012-05-04
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ASRock K8Upgrade-1689 Motherboard User Manual
This manual covers everything needed to install and configure the ASRock K8Upgrade-1689 motherboard, including package contents, hardware layout, and step‑by‑step installation of CPU, memory, and peripherals. It also details BIOS setup options, power‑saving features, and the support CD utilities.
Additional sections explain AMD’s Cool ‘n’ Quiet technology, provide driver installation guidance, and list technical specifications such as supported CPUs, memory types, expansion slots, and connectivity options.
ASRock K8UPGRADE-1689 specifications
| Form Factor | ATX (7.5 in x 12.0 in) |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | 754‑Pin and 939‑Pin (AMD Athlon 64 / Sempron) |
| Chipset | ALi M1689 |
| Supported Memory Types | PC3200 (DDR400), PC2700 (DDR333), PC2100 (DDR266) |
| SATA Ports | 2 SATA connectors, up to 2 SATA devices at 1.5 Gb/s |
| USB Ports | 8 USB 2.0 ports (4 on I/O panel, 4 via headers) |
| LAN | 10/100 Ethernet, supports Wake‑On‑LAN |
| Audio | 7.1‑channel AC’97 audio |
All ASRock K8UPGRADE-1689 documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
How many USB 2.0 ports does the motherboard provide?
The board provides eight USB 2.0 ports – four on the I/O panel and four additional ports via two on‑board headers.
How can I enable AMD’s Cool ‘n’ Quiet technology?
Install the AMD Processor Driver from the Support CD, then enable the feature in Windows power‑management settings as described in the appendix.
Which Windows operating systems are supported by the K8Upgrade-1689 motherboard?
The motherboard supports Microsoft Windows 98 SE, ME, 2000, and XP.
What power‑saving feature is recommended for this motherboard?
Enable AMD’s Cool ’n’ Quiet technology under Windows to reduce power consumption.