ASRock B75M-DGS manual Specifications

Models: B75M-DGS

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Platform

- Micro ATX Form Factor: 8.9-in x 7.2-in, 22.6 cm x 18.3 cm

 

 

 

- All Solid Capacitor design

 

 

CPU

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

 

 

 

LGA1155 Package

 

 

 

- 3 + 1 Power Phase Design

 

 

 

- Supports Intel® Turbo Boost 2.0 Technology

 

 

 

- Supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 1)

 

 

Chipset

- Intel® B75

 

 

 

- Supports Intel® Small Business Advantage (see CAUTION 2)

 

 

 

- Supports Intel® Rapid Start Technology and Smart Connect

 

 

 

Technology

 

 

Memory

- Dual Channel DDR3 Memory Technology (see CAUTION 3)

 

 

 

- 2 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: 16GB (see CAUTION 4)

 

 

 

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

 

 

Expansion Slot

- 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 slot (PCIE1: x16 mode)

 

 

 

(see CAUTION 5)

 

 

 

* 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 x1 slot

 

 

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

 

 

 

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

 

 

 

- 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 6)

 

English

 

- Dual VGA Output: support DVI and D-Sub ports by

 

 

 

 

 

independent display controllers

 

 

 

- Supports DVI with max. resolution up to 1920x1200 @ 60Hz

 

 

 

- Supports D-Sub with max. resolution up to 2048x1536 @

 

 

 

75Hz

 

 

 

- Supports HDCP function with DVI port

 

 

 

 

 

 

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ASRock B75M-DGS Motherboard

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ASRock B75M-DGS manual Specifications

B75M-DGS specifications

The ASRock B75M-DGS motherboard is designed to provide a cost-effective solution for users seeking robust performance and reliability in a compact Micro ATX form factor. Tailored primarily for Intel’s third-generation Core processors, this motherboard is an excellent choice for budget-conscious gamers and entry-level PC builders.

One of the key features of the B75M-DGS is its LGA 1155 socket, which supports a wide range of Intel CPUs, including the popular Core i7, i5, and i3 series. This versatility ensures that users can select a processor that fits their performance needs without being locked into a specific CPU upgrade path. Additionally, the motherboard supports dual-channel DDR3 memory with capacities of up to 16GB, allowing for efficient multitasking and smoother performance in demanding applications.

Connectivity is another highlight of the ASRock B75M-DGS. It includes four SATA3 ports, enabling users to connect modern SSDs and HDDs to benefit from increased data transfer speeds, while also supporting RAID configurations for enhanced redundancy and performance. The motherboard is equipped with USB 3.0 ports, facilitating fast data transfer rates with compatible devices, crucial for users who frequently connect external storage or peripherals.

The integrated Intel HD Graphics support allows for decent graphical performance without requiring a dedicated graphics card, making the B75M-DGS suitable for light gaming and media consumption. For users who prefer more graphical horsepower, the motherboard features a PCIe x16 slot, catering to high-performance graphics cards.

ASRock has also incorporated several advanced technologies into the B75M-DGS. The motherboard features an intelligent fan control system that adjusts fan speeds based on system temperature, promoting a quieter and cooler operation. The ASRock Instant Boot technology allows for quicker boot times, enhancing user convenience. Furthermore, the motherboard supports ASRock’s XFast USB technology, which optimizes USB storage performance, and XFast LAN, aimed at reducing latency and improving online gaming experience.

In conclusion, the ASRock B75M-DGS combines practicality with essential features for users looking for a reliable and affordable motherboard. Its emphasis on quality, connectivity, and performance makes it a solid foundation for building a capable desktop PC, catering well to both novice builders and experienced users alike.