ASRock H77 Pro4/MVP manual Specifications

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1.2 Specifications

Platform

- ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 7.9-in, 30.5 cm x 20.1 cm

 

- All Solid Capacitor design

CPU

- Supports 3rd and 2nd Generation Intel® CoreTM i7 / i5 / i3 in

 

LGA1155 Package

 

- Digi Power Design

 

- 4 + 2 Power Phase Design

 

- Supports Intel® Turbo Boost 2.0 Technology

 

- Supports Intel® K-Series unlocked CPU

 

- Supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 1)

 

- Supports Intel® Rapid Start Technology and Smart Connect

 

Technology with Intel® Ivy Bridge CPU

Chipset

- Intel® H77

Memory

- Dual Channel DDR3 Memory Technology (see CAUTION 2)

 

- 4 x DDR3 DIMM slots

 

- Supports DDR3 1600/1333/1066 non-ECC, un-buffered

 

memory (DDR3 1600 with Intel® Ivy Bridge CPU, DDR3

 

1333 with Intel® Sandy Bridge CPU)

 

- Max. capacity of system memory: 32GB (see CAUTION 3)

 

- Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)1.3/1.2

Expansion Slot

- 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot (PCIE2: x16 mode)

 

(see CAUTION 4)

 

* PCIE 3.0 is only supported with Intel® Ivy Bridge CPU. With

 

Intel® Sandy Bridge CPU, it only supports PCIE 2.0.

 

- 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (PCIE3: x4 mode)

 

- 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x 1 slot

 

- 3 x PCI slots

 

- Supports AMD Quad CrossFireXTM and CrossFireXTM

Graphics

* Intel® HD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs can

 

be supported only with processors which are GPU

 

integrated.

 

- Supports Intel® HD Graphics Built-in Visuals: Intel® Quick

 

Sync Video, Intel® InTruTM 3D, Intel® Clear Video HD

 

Technology, Intel® InsiderTM, Intel® HD Graphics 2500/4000,

 

Intel® Advanced Vector Extensions (AVX)

 

- Pixel Shader 5.0, DirectX 11 with Intel® Ivy Bridge CPU.

 

Pixel Shader 4.1, DirectX 10.1 with Intel® Sandy Bridge CPU

 

- Max. shared memory 1760MB (see CAUTION 5)

 

- Three VGA Output options: D-Sub, DVI-D and HDMI

 

(see CAUTION 6)

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Contents H77 Pro4/MVP Copyright Notice DisclaimerContents Uefi Setup Utility Package Contents IntroductionSpecifications Audio Rear Panel I/OUSB3.0 Unique Feature Support CDHardware MonitorCertifications Page Page Page Motherboard Layout I/O Panel LAN Port LED IndicationsTable for Audio Output Connection Page Pre-installation Precautions Screw HolesCPU Installation Page Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink Installation of Memory Modules Dimm Dual Channel Memory ConfigurationInstalling a Dimm Installing an expansion card Expansion Slots PCI and PCI Express SlotsInstalling Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation GuideCrossFire Bridge Driver Installation and Setup For Windows XP OSFor Windows 7 / VistaTM OS Page Dual Monitor and Surround Display Features Dual Monitor FeatureSurround Display Feature For Windows XP / XP 64-bit OSWhat is HDCP? For Windows 7 / 7 64-bit / VistaTM / VistaTM 64-bit OSHdcp Function ASRock Smart Remote Installation Guide CIR sensors in different anglesJumpers Setup DescriptionOnboard Headers and Connectors USB 3.0 Header Besides two default USB System Panel Header Chassis Speaker Header Please connect the chassis ATX Power Connector ATX 12V Power Connector Please connect an ATXSerial port Header Serial ATA Sata / Serial ATA2 SATA2 Hard Disks Installation Serial ATA3 SATA3 Hard Disks InstallationHot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for Sata / SATA2 HDDs What is Hot Plug Function?What is Hot Swap Function? Hot Plug and Hot Swap Functions for SATA3 HDDsPoints of attention, before you process the Hot Plug How to Hot Plug a Sata / SATA2 / SATA3 HDD Driver Installation Guide Set up UefiUse RAID Installation Guide to set RAID configuration Installing Windows XP / XP 64-bit Without RAID Functions Install Windows XP / XP 64-bit OS on your systemPage Introduction Uefi Menu BarNavigation Keys + / Tab Enter Pgup Pgdn Home Navigation KeysMain Screen F10 F12OC Tweaker Screen Long Duration Maintained Short Duration Power LimitDram Timing Configuration Load XMP Setting Primary Plane Current LimitDram tRAS Command Rate CRDram tRP Dram tWRUser Defaults MRC Fast BootVoltage Configuration CPU Core Voltage CPU Load-Line CalibrationAdvanced Screen Instant FlashCPU Configuration Intel Virtualization Technology Hardware PrefetcherAdjacent Cache Line Prefetch North Bridge Configuration South Bridge Configuration IntelR Rapid Start Technology IntelR Rapid Start TechnologyIntelR Smart Connect Technology IntelR Smart Connect TechnologyStorage Configuration Page Serial Port Address Super IO ConfigurationSerial Port Infrared PortAcpi Configuration USB 3.0 Controller USB ConfigurationUSB 2.0 Controller Legacy USB SupportChassis Fan 2 Setting CPU Fan 1 & 2 SettingChassis Fan 1 Setting Over Temperature ProtectionBoot Screen Security Screen Exit Screen Software Support Installing OS on a HDD Larger Than 2TB in Ahci Mode Installing OS on a HDD Larger Than 2TB in RAID Mode Windows VistaTM 64-bit Page Windows 7 64-bit
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H77 Pro4/MVP specifications

The ASRock H77 Pro4/MVP motherboard is designed to cater to users seeking a reliable and feature-rich platform for their Intel-based systems. Designed specifically for third-generation Intel Core processors, this motherboard leverages the Intel H77 chipset, enabling seamless performance for both casual users and gamers alike.

One of the most significant features of the ASRock H77 Pro4/MVP is its support for LGA 1155 socket processors. This compatibility ensures that users can take advantage of the powerful features offered by Intel’s Core i7, i5, and i3 CPUs, making it suitable for a variety of computing tasks from everyday tasks to demanding applications. The motherboard supports dual-channel DDR3 memory up to 32GB, with speeds of 2400/2200/2133/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz, enhancing the overall performance and multitasking capabilities of the system.

Storage options on the ASRock H77 Pro4/MVP are extensive. It features four SATA3 (6Gb/s) ports and two SATA2 (3Gb/s) ports, enabling users to connect multiple hard drives and SSDs to accommodate their storage needs. With support for RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 configurations, users can enhance data redundancy and performance based on their requirements.

The motherboard is equipped with multiple USB connectivity options, including eight USB 3.0 ports and four USB 2.0 ports. This allows for extensive peripheral connectivity, such as external storage devices, printers, and more. Additionally, the onboard LAN powered by Realtek offers a stable Gigabit Ethernet connection for fast networking and internet access.

The ASRock H77 Pro4/MVP also stands out with its onboard graphics support via Intel HD Graphics. It features HDMI, DVI-D, and VGA outputs, allowing for versatile display options depending on the user's monitor setup. This ensures that even without a dedicated graphics card, users can still enjoy high-definition visuals.

For users concerned with system cooling and efficiency, the motherboard provides several fan headers and supports ASRock's Intelligent Energy Saver technology, which optimizes power consumption. The easy-to-navigate BIOS and user-friendly features enhance the overall user experience, making it easier to tweak settings for optimal performance.

In conclusion, the ASRock H77 Pro4/MVP motherboard is a balanced solution for those looking to build a capable Intel-based PC. It combines high performance, rich connectivity, and ample storage options, making it an excellent choice for everyday computing scenarios, gaming, and everything in between. Whether upgrading or building from scratch, users will find that this motherboard meets their needs with ease and reliability.