3.3.3 South Bridge Configuration

Onboard HD Audio

Select [Auto], [Enabled] or [Disabled] for the onboard HD Audio feature. If you select [Auto], the onboard HD Audio will be disabled when PCI Sound Card is plugged.

Front Panel

Select [Auto] or [Disabled] for the onboard HD Audio Front Panel.

Onboard HDMI HD Audio

This allows you to enable or disable the Onboard HDMI HD Audio feature.

Onboard LAN 1

This allows you to enable or disable the Onboard LAN 1 feature.

Onboard LAN 2

This allows you to enable or disable the Onboard LAN 2 feature.

PCIE2 Link Speed

This allows you to select PCIE 2 Link Speed. The default value is [Auto].

PCIE3 Link Speed

This allows you to select PCIE 3 Link Speed. The default value is [Auto].

Deep Sleep

Mobile platforms support Deep S4/S5 in DC only and desktop platforms support Deep S4/S5 in AC only. The default value is [Disabled].

Restore on AC/Power Loss

This allows you to set the power state after an unexpected AC/power loss. If [Power Off] is selected, the AC/power remains off when the power recovers. If [Power On] is selected, the AC/power resumes and the system starts to boot up when the power recovers.

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ASRock IMB-770 manual South Bridge Configuration

IMB-770 specifications

The ASRock IMB-770 is a powerful and versatile industrial motherboard designed to meet the demands of a wide array of applications, ranging from industrial automation to embedded systems. This motherboard is built around the Intel 7th and 6th Generation Core processors, also known as Kaby Lake and Skylake, which provide exceptional performance and energy efficiency. With support for both the LGA 1151 socket, the IMB-770 is ideal for users looking to leverage the latest in Intel technology.

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The IMB-770 supports up to 64GB of DDR4 memory across four DIMM slots, offering robust memory capabilities necessary for multitasking and running complex applications. The extensive memory options make it suitable for demanding tasks such as data processing, image processing, and other memory-intensive operations.

In terms of storage, the ASRock IMB-770 is equipped with multiple SATA III ports, allowing for high-speed data transfer rates. It also supports mSATA and M.2 interfaces, accommodating the latest solid-state drives for faster access and improved performance. This flexibility ensures that users can choose the storage solutions that best fit their requirements.

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