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ASRock Z87M OC FORMULA Micro ATX Motherboard

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Unlock Overclocking Potential in a Compact Form FactorThe ASRock Z87M OC Formula is a Micro ATX motherboard designed for overclocking enthusiasts. Supporting LGA 1150 Intel processors and DDR3 memory, this motherboard offers advanced features for maximizing system performance in a compact size. S...

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Overview

Unlock Overclocking Potential in a Compact Form Factor

The ASRock Z87M OC Formula is a Micro ATX motherboard designed for overclocking enthusiasts. Supporting LGA 1150 Intel processors and DDR3 memory, this motherboard offers advanced features for maximizing system performance in a compact size.

Specifications:
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • CPU Socket: LGA 1150
  • Chipset: Intel Z87
  • Memory Type: DDR3
  • Multi-GPU Support: Quad CrossFireX & Quad SLI
  • Storage: SATA3
  • USB: USB3.0
  • Networking: A&GbE

Key Features

CPU: LGA1150

Memory: 4x DDR3-3000+(OC)/ 2933(OC)/ 2800(OC)/ 2400(OC)/ 2133(OC)/ 1866(OC)/ 1600/ 1333/ 1066 DIMM Slots, Dual Channel, Non-ECC, Unbuffered, Max Capacity of 32GB

Slots: 2x PCI-Express 3.0 x16 Slots (run at x16 or x8/x8), 1x PCI-Express 2.0 x4 Slot, 1x PCI-Express 2.0 x1 Slot, 1x Half Mini PCI-Express Slot, 1x mSATA/Mini PCI-Express Slot

SATA: 6x SATA3 Ports, Support RAID 0, 1, 5, 10

Ports: 8x USB 3.0 Ports (6 rear, 2 via header), 6x USB 2.0 Ports (2 rear, 4 via headers), 1x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port, 2x HDMI Ports, 1x DisplayPort, 1x eSATA Port, 1x Optical S/PDIF Out, 1x RJ45 LAN Port, Audio I/O Jacks

Power Connector: 1x 24pin ATX Power Connector, 1x 8pin 12V Power Connector

Form Factor: MicroATX

Specifications

Form Factor
MicroATX
CPU Socket
LGA1150
Memory Slots
4x DDR3 DIMM Slots
Memory Type
DDR3-3000+(OC)/ 2933(OC)/ 2800(OC)/ 2400(OC)/ 2133(OC)/ 1866(OC)/ 1600/ 1333/ 1066
Max Memory Capacity
32GB
PCI-Express 3.0 x16 Slots
2 (x16 or x8/x8)
PCI-Express 2.0 x4 Slots
1
PCI-Express 2.0 x1 Slots
1
Half Mini PCI-Express Slots
1
mSATA/Mini PCI-Express Slots
1
SATA3 Ports
6
RAID Support
RAID 0, 1, 5, 10
USB 3.0 Ports
8 (6 rear, 2 via header)
USB 2.0 Ports
6 (2 rear, 4 via headers)
PS/2 Port
1 (Mouse/Keyboard)
HDMI Ports
2
DisplayPort
1
eSATA Port
1
Optical S/PDIF Out
1
RJ45 LAN Port
1
Audio I/O Jacks
Yes
ATX Power Connector
1x 24pin
12V Power Connector
1x 8pin

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Supports a wide range of DDR3 memory speeds up to 3000+(OC) MHz for high-performance builds.
  • Offers versatile expansion with two PCI-Express 3.0 x16 slots, accommodating powerful graphics cards.
  • Features a comprehensive array of USB ports, including 8x USB 3.0 and 6x USB 2.0, for extensive peripheral connectivity.
  • Includes multiple display output options such as 2x HDMI and 1x DisplayPort, supporting various monitor setups.
  • The MicroATX form factor provides a balance of features and compatibility for smaller case designs.

👎 Cons

  • The motherboard is designed for the LGA1150 CPU socket, which is an older generation and limits compatible processor choices.
  • While supporting RAID, the SATA configuration is limited to 6x SATA3 ports, which might be restrictive for extensive storage arrays.
  • Max memory capacity is 32GB, which could be a limitation for some extreme workstation or server applications.
  • The board includes a legacy PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard port, which may not be utilized by modern peripherals.
  • Only two PCI-Express 3.0 x16 slots are available, with one running at x8 when both are populated, potentially limiting dual GPU performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

This motherboard is designed with an LGA1150 CPU socket, compatible with processors made for that specific socket type.
The ASRock Z87M OC FORMULA motherboard supports a maximum capacity of 32GB of DDR3 memory across its four DIMM slots.
Yes, it features two PCI-Express 3.0 x16 slots, which can run at x16 or x8/x8 configuration, allowing for dual graphics card setups.
Yes, the motherboard includes 2 HDMI ports and 1 DisplayPort, providing flexible options for connecting monitors.
It offers 6x SATA3 ports that support RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configurations for various storage solutions.
There are a total of 8 USB 3.0 ports: 6 located on the rear I/O panel and an additional 2 available via an internal header.

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