Key facts
- Brand
- ASRock
- Model
- P4VM8
- Documents
- 8
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2012-05-04
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ASRock P4VM890 Motherboard Quick Installation Guide
The guide introduces the ASRock P4VM890 Micro ATX motherboard, lists the package contents, and shows the layout of connectors, slots, and headers.
It provides detailed procedures for installing the CPU, CPU fan, memory modules, and other components, plus BIOS entry, driver installation, and Windows setup instructions.
ASRock P4VM8 specifications
| Form Factor | Micro ATX (9.6" x 8.0") |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | Socket 478 for Intel Pentium 4 / Celeron D |
| Front Side Bus | 800/533/400 MHz |
| Northbridge Chipset | VIA P4M890 |
| Southbridge Chipset | VIA VT8237R Plus |
| Memory Slots | 2 × DDR DIMM, up to 2 GB DDR400/333 |
| Maximum Memory Capacity | 2 GB |
| Expansion Slots | 3 × PCI, 1 × PCI‑Express x16, 1 × AMR |
| Graphics | Integrated VIA UniChrome Pro 3D/2D, up to 64 MB shared |
| Audio Codec | Realtek ALC653 5.1‑channel AC’97 |
| LAN | VIA PHY VT6103, 10/100 Mbps, Wake‑On‑LAN |
| USB Ports | 6 × USB 2.0 on I/O panel, 2 × USB 2.0 headers |
| Power Connectors | 20‑pin ATX and 4‑pin 12 V |
| BIOS | 4 MB AMI BIOS, ACPI 1.1, Plug‑and‑Play |
| Certifications | FCC, CE, WHQL |
Source: ASRock P4VM890 User Manual
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Questions answered in these manuals
Which Windows operating systems are supported by the P4VM890 motherboard?
The motherboard supports Microsoft Windows 98SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, and Windows XP.
How many USB 2.0 ports are available on the board?
There are six USB 2.0 ports on the rear I/O panel and two additional USB 2.0 headers that can support four more ports.
How do I install the CPU on the P4VM890 motherboard?
Unlock the socket lever, align the CPU corner with the socket, insert the CPU, and lock the lever back into place.
Which power connectors are required for this motherboard?
It requires a 20‑pin ATX power connector and a 4‑pin 12 V power connector.
What is the form factor of the ASRock P4VM800 motherboard?
It is a Micro ATX board measuring 9.6 inches by 8.0 inches.
Which CPUs are supported by the P4VM800?
The board supports Intel Pentium 4 and Celeron processors for Socket 478, including Prescott, Northwood, and Willamette cores.