Key facts
- Brand
- ASRock
- Model
- M3A
- Category
- Motherboard
- Industry
- Computers
- Documents
- 4
- Languages
- ZH · EN
- Last added
- 2012-05-10
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ASRock M3A UCC Motherboard User Manual
This manual covers everything needed to install and configure the ASRock M3A UCC motherboard, including package contents, hardware layout, and step‑by‑step installation of CPU, memory, and expansion cards. It also explains BIOS features such as the UCC (Unlock CPU Core) option, overclocking tools, and power‑saving functions.
Additional sections describe software support, driver installation, and troubleshooting, with detailed diagrams of the motherboard layout, I/O panel, and BIOS setup utility. The document includes safety notices, FCC compliance, and contact information for technical assistance.
ASRock M3A specifications
| CPU Socket | AM2 |
|---|---|
| Memory Slots | 4 x DDR3 |
| PCI Express Slots | 1 x PCIe x16, 2 x PCIe x1 |
| PCI Slots | 3 x PCI |
| Network Controller | Realtek RTL8111E Gigabit Ethernet |
| IDE Port | 1 x ATA133 IDE (supports 2 devices) |
| USB Ports | 6 x USB 2.0 |
| Power Connectors | 1 x 24‑pin ATX, 4 x 12 V |
Source: ASRock M3A UCC User Manual
All ASRock M3A 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
What CPU socket does the ASRock M3A UCC motherboard use?
It uses a Socket AM3 for AMD Phenom II, Athlon II, and Sempron processors.
How many DDR3 DIMM slots are available?
The board provides four DDR3 DIMM slots.
How many SATA ports does the M3A UCC motherboard have?
The M3A UCC motherboard provides four SATAII ports (PORT0‑PORT3).
Which Windows operating systems are supported?
The motherboard supports Microsoft Windows 7/7 64‑bit, Vista/ Vista 64‑bit, Windows XP, XP Media Center, and XP 64‑bit.
How many SATA ports are available on the board?
There are four SATAII 3.0 Gb/s connectors that support RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10.