ASRock 990FX EXTREME3 Socket AM3+
AMD 990FX
AMD Quad CrossFireX & nVidia Quad SLI
SATA3 & USB3.0
A&GbE
ATX Motherboard
The ASRock 990FX EXTREME3 is a high-performance ATX motherboard designed for users seeking advanced features and robust compatibility with AMD processors. It supports the latest AM3+ and AM3 sockets, making it compatible with a wide range of AMD CPUs, including the Phenom II X6, X4, X3, X2, Athlon II, and Sempron series. The motherboard is capable of handling up to an 8-core CPU with a thermal design power (TDP) of up to 140W, making it suitable for high-end computing and overclocking scenarios. It also supports AMD's Cool 'n' Quiet technology for power efficiency and Untied Overclocking Technology for enhanced performance tuning.
The motherboard is equipped with the AMD 990FX chipset and SB950 southbridge, providing excellent support for high-speed data transfer and advanced storage configurations. It features four DDR3 memory slots that support frequencies up to 2100 MHz (overclocked), allowing for dual-channel memory configurations with a maximum capacity of 32GB. This makes it ideal for users who require large amounts of memory for multitasking, gaming, or professional applications.
For graphics capabilities, the ASRock 990FX EXTREME3 offers three PCIe 2.0 x16 slots, one of which can be configured to run at x4 speed. This allows for support of AMD Quad CrossFireX and NVIDIA Quad SLI configurations, enabling users to install multiple graphics cards for enhanced gaming or rendering performance. Additionally, it includes one PCIe 2.0 x1 slot and two standard PCI slots for expansion cards.
Storage options are extensive, with five SATA3 ports supporting RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configurations. This allows users to set up redundant or high-speed storage arrays for improved data management and reliability. There is also an eSATA3 port for external storage devices.
Audio capabilities are handled by the Realtek ALC892 7.1-channel HD audio codec, which supports premium Blu-ray audio and THX TruStudio Pro technology for an immersive audio experience. The motherboard also includes a Broadcom BCM57781 Gigabit Ethernet controller with Wake-On-LAN support, ensuring reliable and fast network connectivity.
In terms of connectivity, the ASRock 990FX EXTREME3 provides a comprehensive set of ports, including 12 USB 2.0 ports (6 rear, 6 via headers), two USB 3.0 ports for faster data transfer speeds, one eSATA3 port, two PS/2 ports for keyboard and mouse input, one coaxial SPDIF out, one optical SPDIF out, and one RJ45 LAN port for network connectivity. These ports make it easy to connect a wide range of peripherals and external devices.
Brand: ASRock
Model: 990FX EXTREME3
Specifications: Socket AM3+/AM3; AMD 990FX & SB950 chipset; 4x DDR3-2100(OC)/1866/1600/1333/1066/800 DIMMs; Dual Channel; Max Capacity up to 32GB; 3x PCIe 2.0 x16 Slots (one run at x4); Supports AMD Quad/3-Way CrossFireX & nVidia Quad SLI; 5x SATA3 Ports; RAID 0/1/5/10; Realtek ALC892 7.1-Channel HD Audio CODEC; Broadcom BCM57781 Gigabit Ethernet Controller; 12x USB 2.0 Ports (6 rear); 2x USB 3.0 Ports; eSATA3 Port; PS/2 Ports; Coaxial & Optical SPDIF Out
Features: Supports CPU up to 140W; Supports Cool 'n' Quiet Technology; Untied Overclocking Technology; Hyper-Transport 3.0 Technology; FSB 5.2 GT/s; THX TruStudio Pro Audio; Wake-On-LAN Support
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