ASRock K7VT2 [4/24] Chapter 1 introduction chapter 1 introduction chapter 1 introduction chapter 1 introduction chapter 1 introduction

Chapter 1 IntroductionChapter 1 Introduction

Chapter 1 Introduction

Thank you for purchasing ASRock K7VT2 motherboard, a reliable motherboard

produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It delivers ex-

cellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s commitment to

quality and endurance.

Chapter 1 and 2 of this manual contain introduction of the motherboard and

step-by-step installation guide for new DIY system builders. Chapter 3 and 4

contain basic BIOS setup and support CD information.

For advanced users’ reference, the Appendix offers more advanced BIOS Setup

information.

1.1 Package Contents1.1 Package Contents

1.1 Package Contents

ASRock K7VT2 motherboard (ATX form factor: 12" x 9.6", 30.5 x 24.4 cm)

ASRock K7VT2 Quick Installation Guide

ASRock AMD-VIA Series Support CD

1 cable for IDE devices (1 x ATA 66/100/133)

1 cable for floppy drive (1 x ribbon cable)

1 ASRock I/O shield

1.2 Specifications1.2 Specifications

1.2 Specifications

Platform: ATX form factor (12" x 9.6", 30.5 x 24.4 cm)

CPU: Supports Socket A (462 pins) for

AMD Athlon

/ Athlon

XP/ Duron

processor

Chipsets: North Bridge: VIA KT266A, FSB@200/266MHz, AGP 4X;

South Bridge: supports USB 2.0, ATA 133

Clock Generator: 100 MHz - 200MHz

Memory: 2 slots for DDR: DIMM1 and DIMM2 (PC1600/ PC2100),

Max. 2GB;

2 slots for SDR: DIMM3 and DIMM4 (PC100/ PC133),

Max. 2GB

IDE: IDE1: ATA 133 / Ultra DMA Mode 6;

IDE2: ATA 133 / Ultra DMA Mode 6;

Can connect up to 4 IDE devices

Floppy Port: Supports floppy disk drive

Audio: 2 channels AC’97 Audio

LAN: Speed: 802.3u (10/100 Ethernet), supports Wake-On-LAN

Hardware Monitor: CPU temperature sensing;

Chassis temperature sensing;

CPU overheat shutdown to protect CPU life;