Performance
Motherboard form factor |
ATX |
Intel Rapid Storage Technology |
Y |
Motherboard chipset family |
Intel |
PC health monitoring |
CPU, FAN, Temperature |
Audio system |
HD Audio |
Component for |
PC |
Cooling type |
Passive |
Memory
Supported memory clock speeds |
1066, 1200, 1300, 1333, 1500, 1600, 1666, 1800, 1866, 1900, 2000, 2100, 2133, 2200, 2250, 2400, 2450, 2600, 2666, 2800, 2933 MHz |
Non-ECC |
Y |
Unbuffered memory |
Y |
Supported memory types |
DDR3-SDRAM |
Memory channels |
Dual |
Memory slots type |
DIMM |
Number of memory slots |
4 |
Maximum internal memory |
32 GB |
BIOS
BIOS memory size |
8 MB |
BIOS type |
UEFI AMI |
ACPI version |
1.1 |
Processor
Maximum number of SMP processors |
1 |
Internal I/O
USB 2.0 connectors |
2 |
ATX Power connector (24-pin) |
Y |
Power fan connector |
Y |
USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors |
1 |
Number of SATA III connectors |
6 |
EPS power connector (8-pin) |
Y |
CPU fan connector |
Y |
Number of COM connectors |
1 |
Number of chassis fan connectors |
2 |
Front panel audio connector |
Y |
Graphics
DirectX version |
11.1 |
Maximum graphics adapter memory |
1792 MB |
Graphics adapter family |
Intel |
Discrete graphics support |
Y |
HDCP |
Y |
Back panel I/O ports
DVI-D ports quantity |
1 |
PS/2 ports quantity |
1 |
Firewire (IEEE 1394) ports |
1 |
Headphone outputs |
1 |
S/PDIF out port |
Y |
Microphone in |
Y |
USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity |
4 |
HDMI ports quantity |
2 |
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity |
1 |
Expansion slots
PCI slots |
2 |
PCI Express x1 (Gen 2.x) slots |
2 |
PCI Express x16 (Gen 2.x) slots |
1 |
PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.x) slots |
1 |
Processor special features
Intel® Smart Response Technology |
Y |
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology |
2.0 |
Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD) |
Y |
Packaging content
Drivers included |
Y |
Quick installation guide |
Y |
Additionally
Chipset |
Intel Z87 |
Graphics |
HD Graphics |
Ethernet LAN connection |
Y |
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports quantity |
1 |
LGA 1150, Intel Z87, 4x DDR3 2933-1066MHz, Intel HD Graphics, CrossFire, 6x SATA 6.0Gb/s, Gigabit Ethernet, EFI BIOS, ATX, Bulk
Home Cloud - Remote Desktop Anytime, Anywhere
This motherboard supports remote wake with the onboard Intel® LAN, so you can connect with your PC from anywhere in the world. You will be able to wake up your PC or turn it off, monitor and take control of it remotely with another smartphone, tablet or computer.
HDMI-In - The Smart Way to Connect Your Devices
Tired of constantly switching devices to connect to your one and only monitor? From now on just connect the monitor to your motherboard, and connect your secondary device (such as a PS3 or Xbox) to the motherboard’s HDMI-In port. With HDMI-In users may conveniently toggle between the computer’s screen and the secondary device’s screen with a hotkey, or even use their secondary device without powering on the computer.
High Density Glass Fabric PCB
What you’ve never understood about your computer is that it is scared to death of water, H2O, humidity or whatever you’d like to name it. And even though you do not see the water, actually there may be lots of excessive moist in the air killing your motherboard silently and slowly. No, your motherboard doesn’t melt when in contact with water like the wicked witch of the west, but it dies of short circuit. Luckily, ASRock has a new High Density Glass Fabric PCB design that reduces the gaps between the PCB layers to protect the motherboard against electrical shorts caused by humidity.
Premium Gold Caps
This motherboard uses Premium Gold Caps that are 100% made in Japan. These solid capacitors are sleek, high gloss caps with a premium gold coating that represents its long lasting durability and ultra stable performance.
Digi Power
Unlike traditional motherboards that use analog power, this motherboard uses a next generation digital PWM (Pulse-Width Modulation) design, which provides CPU Vcore voltage more efficiently and smoothly, so that the stability and lifespan of the motherboard is greatly enhanced.
ASRock APP Shop
ASRock APP Shop is designed for your convenience. We provide various apps and support software for users to download. You can easily optimize your system and keep your motherboard up to date with ASRock APP Shop.
ASRock APP Shop is the only all-in-one software package that delivers you the most practical PC apps and tools, in one integrated interface – from ASRock exclusive tools to the most update-to-date options of the latest technology.
A-Tuning
A-Tuning is ASRock's multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more new features and improved utilities, including EZ OC, Auto Tuning, XFast 555, OC Tweaker, System Browser, Live Update, Tech Service and a whole lot more!
Triple Monitor
Graphics, graphics and even more graphics! You've demanded for more eye candy, so this motherboard supports Triple Monitor. You may choose up to three display interfaces from the rear i/o to connect monitors and use them simultaneously without installing another graphics card.
5X Faster for Photoshop Execution
XFast RAM will create a virtual disk from the system memory to boost the performance. For Photoshop, It can even perform 5X faster than before.
Lower Latency In Game
XFast LAN can lower latency in the game after setting online game priority higher.
USB Performance Comparison
ATTO Disk Benchmark 4K Read.
FAN-Tastic Tuning
Configure different fan speeds for respective temperatures using the graph. The fans will automatically shift to the next speed level when the assigned temperature is met.
Easy Driver Installer
For users that don’t have an optical disk drive to install the drivers from our support CD, Easy Driver Installer is a handy tool in the UEFI that installs the LAN driver to your system via an USB storage device, then downloads and installs the other required drivers automatically through the internet. Completely no CD or optical disk drive required!
USB Key
In a world where time is money, why waste precious time everyday typing usernames to log in to Windows? Why should we even bother memorizing those foot long passwords? Nobody has time for that! Just plug in the USB Key and let your computer log in to windows automatically!
UEFI Tech Service
Contact ASRock Tech Service by sending a support request from the UEFI setup utility if you are having trouble with your personal computer. Users may try to choose the category of the issue they have encountered, describe the problem in detail, and then attach an optional picture or log file for our technical support team.
Fast Boot
With ASRock’s exclusive Fast Boot technology, it takes less than 1.5 seconds* to logon to Windows® 8 from a cold boot. No more waiting! The speedy boot will completely change your user experience and behavior.
Restart to UEFI
Fast Boot is so fast that it is impossible for users to enter the UEFI setup utility during POST. Therefore, ASRock Restart to UEFI technology allows users to easily enter the UEFI setup utility automatically when turning on the PC next time. It is designed for those who constantly need to enter the UEFI setup utility.
UEFI System Browser
UEFI system browser is a useful tool included in ASRock's graphical UEFI. It can detect the devices and configurations that users are currently using on their motherboard. With UEFI system browser, you can easily examine the current system configuration in the UEFI setup without having to open the chassis and take everything apart.
OMG
Limit and control your children's time spent on the internet. ASRock OMG (Online Management Guard) technology allows you to establish an internet curfew or restrict internet access at specified times. Administrators are able to schedule the starting and ending hours of internet access granted to other users.
Dehumidifier
Dampness kills most electronics, so it's a better idea to keep your personal computer dry. Now users may prevent motherboard damages due to dampness by enabling Dehumidifier. When it is enabled, the computer will power on automatically to dehumidify the system after entering S4/S5 state.
HDMI™ (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
This motherboard supports HDMI™ (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) which is an interface standard for transferring uncompressed video data and delivering multi-channel audio through a single cable. Both video and audio data signals transferred through the HDMI™ interface are digital without being converted into analog, therefore it delivers the richest pictures and the most realistic sounds.