ASRock 990FX Extreme3 AM3+ AMD 990FX DDR3 ATX (990FX EXTREME3)

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Mfr#:	990FX EXTREME3

Description

ASRock XFast USB technology redefines the new standard in high performance computing. Proving once again to be the pioneer in motherboard industry, ASRock XFast USB series motherboards integrate with the XFast USB technology which delivers the world's fastest USB data transfer speed. According to the below graph, it shows that the ASRock XFast USB technology can even boost USB 3.0 performance up to 302.99%!

This board is designed to build up the most powerful system and delivers the most demanding technology for users nowadays. Just enjoy next generation computing with ASRock 8-core CPU ready motherboard.

Features

XFast LAN technology
ASRock XFast LAN is a smart productivity tool to help you manage your priorities of internet applications, simplify your digital life and accomplish more. The innovative features include: Internet application prioritization, lower latency in game, traffic shaping and real-time analysis of your data. It's the smartest way to control your web programs.
ASRock XFast USB technology - faster than your imagination
ASRock XFast USB technology redefines the new standard in high performance computing. Proving once again to be the pioneer in motherboard industry, ASRock XFast USB series motherboards integrate with the latest XFast USB technology which delivers the world's fastest USB data transfer speed. According to the below graph, it shows that the ASRock XFast USB technology can even boost USB 3.0 performance up to 302.99%!
AM3+ 8-core processor support
This board is designed to build up the most powerful system and delivers the most demanding technology for users nowadays. Just enjoy next generation computing with ASRock 8-core CPU ready motherboard.
C. C. R. (Combo Cooler Retention Module)
The unique combo cooler retention module greatly improves heat dissipation and is backward compatible with AMD previous AM3/AM2+ coolers.
On/Off Play technology
Even when the system is powered off (in ACPI S5 mode), On/Off Play technology still allows users to enjoy the great audio experience from the portable audio devices through the PC speaker.
NVIDIA SLI ready
SLI is a brand name for NVIDIA multi-GPU solution. The technology allows a pair of graphics cards to be used in a single computer to improve graphics performance.
ATI CrossFireX technology
CrossFireX is a brand name for ATI technologies multi-GPU solution. The technology allows a pair of graphics cards to be used in a single computer to improve graphics performance.
Graphical UEFI - the BIOS interface
Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) is a revolutionary BIOS utility which offers tweak-friendly options in an advanced viewing interface. Compared with traditional BIOS design, the latest UEFI utility provides lots improved functions.
THX TruStudio
THX TruStudio is specially designed to bring the same great audio experience found in live performances, films, and recording studios to the PC.
MAGIX multimedia suite
The ultimate solutions to enhance your media experience. Simply do more with your media than you ever thought possible.

Specifications

Summary

Product Description: ASRock 990FX Extreme3 - motherboard - ATX - Socket AM3+ - AMD 990FX

Product Type: Motherboard - ATX

Chipset Type: AMD 990FX / AMD SB950

Processor Socket: 1 x Socket AM3+

Compatible Processors: Sempron, Phenom II X3, Athlon II X2, Phenom II X2, Athlon II X4, Athlon II X3, Phenom II X4, Phenom II X6 (Except Phenom II 920 / 940)

Data Bus Transfer Rate: 5.2 GT/s

Max RAM Size: 32 GB

RAM Supported: 4 DIMM slots - DDR3, non-ECC, unbuffered

Storage Ports: 5 x SATA-600 (RAID), 1 x eSATA-600

USB / FireWire Ports: 2 x USB 3.0 + 6 x USB 2.0 + (6 x USB 2.0 via headers)

Audio: HD Audio (8-channel)

LAN: Gigabit Ethernet

Detailed Specification

General

Product Type: Motherboard - ATX

Chipset Type: AMD 990FX / AMD SB950

Max Bus Speed: 2600 MHz

Data Bus Transfer Rate: 5.2 GT/s

Processor Socket: Socket AM3+

Max Processors Qty: 1

Compatible Processors: Sempron, Phenom II X3, Athlon II X2, Phenom II X2, Athlon II X4, Athlon II X3, Phenom II X4, Phenom II X6 (Except Phenom II 920 / 940)

Supported RAM

Max Size: 32 GB

Technology: DDR3

Bus Clock: 1800 MHz, 1600 MHz, 1333 MHz, 1066 MHz, 800 MHz, 1866 MHz, 2100 MHz

Supported RAM Integrity Check: Non-ECC

Registered or Buffered: Unbuffered

Features: Dual channel memory architecture

Audio

Type: HD Audio (8-channel)

Audio Codec: Realtek ALC892

Compliant Standards: High Definition Audio, THX TruStudio Pro

LAN

Network Controller: Broadcom BCM57781

Network Interfaces: Gigabit Ethernet

Expansion / Connectivity

Expansion Slots: 1 x CPU , 4 x DIMM 240-pin , 2 x PCIe 2.0 x16 , 1 x PCIe 2.0 x16 , 1 x PCIe 2.0 x1 , 2 x PCI

Storage Interfaces: SATA-600 -connectors: 5 x 7pin SATA - 5 devices - RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 10 / RAID 5 , SATA-600 -connectors: 1 x 7pin external SATA - 1 devices

Interfaces: 1 x PS/2 keyboard , 1 x PS/2 mouse , 1 x LAN (Gigabit Ethernet) , 2 x USB 3.0 , 6 x USB 2.0 , 1 x TOSLINK , 1 x SPDIF out , 1 x audio line-out (side surround) - mini-jack , 1 x audio line-out (rear) - mini-jack , 1 x audio line-out (center/subwoofer) - mini-jack , 1 x audio line-in - mini-jack , 1 x audio line-out (front surround) - mini-jack , 1 x microphone - mini-jack

Power Connectors: 24-pin main power connector, 8-pin ATX12V connector

Features

BIOS Type: AMI

BIOS Features: JumperFree, SMBIOS 2.3.1. support, ACPI 1.1 support, Untied Overclocking Technology, UEFI BIOS, ASRock Turbo 50, ASRock Turbo 60

Manual Settings: Processor core voltage, memory voltage, chipset voltage

Hardware Monitoring: CPU core temperature, chassis temperature, CPU fan tachometer, chassis fan tachometer, system voltage, power supply fan tachometer

Sleep / Wake Up: Wake on LAN (WOL)

Hardware Features: ASRock Hybrid Booster, ASRock U-COP, AMD Cool 'n' Quiet Technology, ASRock Instant Boot, NVIDIA SLI Technology Support, 4+1 Phase Power Design, ASRock Instant Flash, ASRock CPU Frequency Stepless Control, ASRock Boot Failure Guard (B.F.G.), NVIDIA Quad SLI Technology Support, ASRock Turbo UCC, ASRock UCC, ASRock APP Charger, ASRock SmartView, ASRock XFast USB, AsRock On/Off Play Technology, Conductive Polymer Capacitors, ASRock XFast LAN, AMD CrossFireX technology support, AMD Quad CrossFireX technology support, AMD 3-way CrossFireX technology support

Miscellaneous

Included Accessories: I/O back plate, ASRock SLI_Bridge_2S Card

Cables Included: 1 x audio cable

Software Included: Drivers & Utilities, ASRock Software Suite, ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility, Cyberlink MediaEspresso 6.5 (30-day trial), ASRock MAGIX Multimedia Suite

Compliant Standards: Plug and Play, WHQL, FCC, ACPI 1.1, EuP Ready, ErP Ready

Width: 30.5 cm

Depth: 21.8 cm