Key facts
- Brand
- Colorful
- Model
- A770
- Category
- Motherboard
- Industry
- Computers
- Documents
- 8
- Languages
- ZH
- Last added
- 2012-04-06
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Colorful C.A770 X3 D3 V14A / Broken Sword C.A770 D3 V14 Motherboard User Manual
The manual introduces the Colorful C.A770 series motherboards, which use the AMD RX780+SB700 chipset and support AMD Socket AM3 processors. It details the board layout, memory configuration with four DDR3 slots, dual‑channel support, and various expansion slots including PCI‑Express x16, PCI, and Mini‑PCIe for Wi‑Fi.
Installation steps, driver setup, BIOS configuration (AMI Flash ROM), and safety precautions are provided. The document also lists connectivity options such as six SATA II ports, a gigabit Ethernet controller, 10 USB2.0 ports, an 8‑channel audio codec, and optional Bluetooth on the X3 version. This manual is written in Chinese.
Colorful A770 specifications
| Form factor | ATX |
|---|---|
| Chipset | AMD RX780+SB700/SB710/AMD 790GX+SB750 |
| CPU socket | AMD Socket AM2/AM3 |
| Memory slots | 4 DIMM slots (2 DDR2, 2 DDR3) |
| Supported memory | DDR3 1333/1066 MHz or DDR2 667/800/1066 MHz (cannot mix) |
| IDE ports | 1 × IDE |
| Audio | Integrated 6‑channel HD audio controller |
| Network | Integrated Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps) |
| BIOS | AMI Flash ROM |
| Recommended power supply | ATX 24‑pin, ≥400 W |
Source: Colorful WangChi A770 TWIN V14B / A790GX TWIN V14 Motherboard User Manual
All Colorful A770 documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
- Colorful WangChi A770 TWIN V14B / A790GX TWIN V14 Motherboard User Manual 64 p
- Colorful C.A770 D3 V16 / C.A770T D3 V16 Motherboard User Manual 62 p
- Colorful C.A770T D3 V15 Motherboard User Manual 60 p
- Colorful C.A770 X3 D3 V14A / Broken Sword C.A770 D3 V14 Motherboard User Manual 69 p
- Colorful C.A770 Motherboard User Manual 63 p
- Colorful C.A770 / C.A770T Motherboard User Manual 60 p
- Colorful C.A770 & C.A770T Motherboard User Manual 60 p
- Colorful C.A770 D3 V18 / C.A770T D3 V18 Motherboard User Manual 60 p
Questions answered in these manuals
What type of power supply is recommended for this motherboard?
A 24‑pin ATX power supply of at least 400 W is recommended.
From: Colorful WangChi A770 TWIN V14B / A790GX TWIN V14 Motherboard User Manual
Can DDR2 and DDR3 memory be used together on this board?
No. The board cannot mix DDR2 and DDR3 modules; only one type can be installed at a time.
From: Colorful WangChi A770 TWIN V14B / A790GX TWIN V14 Motherboard User Manual
How can I clear the CMOS settings?
Short pins 2‑3 of the JCMOS1 jumper to clear the CMOS data.
From: Colorful C.A770 D3 V16 / C.A770T D3 V16 Motherboard User Manual
How many SATA ports does the C.A770T D3 V15 motherboard provide?
The motherboard provides six SATA III ports.
What CPU socket is used on this motherboard?
It uses an AM3 socket for AMD processors.
How many DDR3 memory slots does the motherboard have?
The board provides four DDR3 slots supporting dual‑channel memory.
From: Colorful C.A770 X3 D3 V14A / Broken Sword C.A770 D3 V14 Motherboard User Manual