Key facts
- Brand
- ASRock
- Model
- Z68M
- Category
- Motherboard
- Industry
- Computers
- Documents
- 4
- Languages
- ZH · EN
- Last added
- 2012-05-10
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ASRock Z68M/USB3 Motherboard Quick Installation Guide
The ASRock Z68M/USB3 Quick Installation Guide provides an overview of the motherboard layout, I/O panel, and key components such as the CPU socket, memory slots, and expansion slots. It includes a brief introduction, package contents, and detailed specifications covering chipset, memory, graphics, networking, and storage interfaces.
The guide also explains BIOS features, unique ASRock utilities, hardware monitoring options, and step‑by‑step procedures for installing an operating system on large‑capacity drives. It concludes with certification information and safety notices.
ASRock Z68M specifications
| Form factor | Micro ATX |
|---|---|
| CPU socket | LGA1155 |
| Memory slots | 2 DDR3 slots |
| Maximum memory | 16 GB |
| PCI Express x16 slots | 1 |
| PCI Express x1 slots | 2 |
| PCI slots | 1 |
| SATA3 ports | 2 (6 Gb/s) |
| SATA2 ports | 4 (3 Gb/s) |
| USB 3.0 ports | 2 |
| USB 2.0 ports | 4 |
| Network controller | Realtek RTL8111E Gigabit Ethernet |
| BIOS type | 64 Mb AMI UEFI |
All ASRock Z68M documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
The shortest path to a working setup, usually only a few pages.
Mounting, wiring and first power-up. Read it before the hardware goes in.
Questions answered in these manuals
What CPU socket does the Z68M/USB3 motherboard support?
It supports the LGA1155 socket for second‑generation Intel Core i7, i5, and i3 processors.
How many USB 3.0 ports are available on the board?
The motherboard provides two USB 3.0 ports.
How many USB 3.0 ports does the ASRock Z68M/USB3 motherboard provide?
It provides two USB 3.0 ports.
What is the form factor and size of the Z68M/USB3 motherboard?
The board is a Micro ATX form factor measuring 9.6 in × 8.6 in (24.4 cm × 21.8 cm).
How should I set the storage configuration for best performance on Windows 7/8?
Set the Storage Configuration option to AHCI mode in the BIOS.
What is the maximum memory capacity supported by the Z68M/USB3 motherboard?
The board supports up to 16 GB of DDR3 memory.