Pros: This is a solid mini-ITX FM2+ MB, and it is as simple as that. Everything is labeled well. It's support up to DDR3 2400 is a great advantage to take.

Cons: I find the manual is lacking depth. For experienced users, this isn't such a big deal, but for novice builders, this could be a problem. Company website has detailed list of compatibility and they are easy to find, but it would have been nice if they'd included a hard copy.

Other Thoughts: For a small form factor MD, this is solid. But if you are a beginner, do consider other brands with better support, or at least many available online tutorials. And do take advantage of rebate.

Pros: Good Features

Cons: Onboard display does not work. BIOS and OS do not recognize the onboard display ports (VGA, HDMI and DVI). I updated the BIOS to the latest drivers, but the only graphic output recognized is the dedicated video card.

Other Thoughts: Returning due to non-functioning onboard graphics ports.

Manufacturer Response:

Dear Valued ASRock Customer

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you.
Please check if using CPU is not Athlon series which does not come with APU (integrated VGA).
If using A series CPU that does not required discrete VGA card due to A series CPU built-in APU (integrated VGA).
For more information, please visit AMD website.

If you have any technical support inquiry, please contact us at http://www.ASRock.com/Support/tsd.asp. We will assist you shortly.

Thank you

ASRock Support
Tech Support Email: http://www.ASRock.com/Support/tsd.asp

Pros: Lots of features.

Cons: I'm sure this would be a great motherboard but I also decided to try and install an x4 860K Athlon on it. It's needs a BIOS update to use that chip and i'm not going to buy a second CPU just to do that.

Manufacturer Response:

Dear Valued ASRock Customer

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you.
Due to the mainboard had been released before Athlon x4 860K processor, the BIOS update is needed to recognizing the new processor.
However, the Athlon series CPU required discrete VGA card due to its does not built-in APU.

For the updated BIOS chip, please contact us at 909-590-8308 or http://www.ASRock.com/Support/tsd.asp
We will assist you shortly.

Thank you

ASRock SUPPORT
Tech Support Email: http://www.ASRock.com/Support/tsd.asp

Pros: Cheapest board out for ITX FM2 support (with $30 rebate)
Lots of features
Stable so far
ASROCK support was fast and efficient, I spoke to someone directly, was given a direct email contact, and was able to resolve the bios issue in 3 days.

Cons: Driver install is kind of a nightmare. AMD uses an all-in-one installer using catalyst control center, which installs most things, but theres issues trying to install specific drivers. If you need to manually add a driver, good luck crawling through the folders provided to find what you need. I'm using this on an 08R2 install and the drivers have been glitch at best. I've been unable to get the USB3 to work, but this isnt a problem for me since I'm using it as a remote server. This might not be a problem if you're using a desktop OS.

Other Thoughts: If you do order this board, MAKE SURE TO CONTACT ASROCK AND GET THE BIOS UPDATE MAILED TO YOU. I was lucky enough to see the other reviews on here beforehand and this made any issues that other people were having with the board a minimal issue for me.

Since I'm using an Athlon X4, the video setup is a little weird, since the motherboard expects an APU, but it hasen't been an issue.

At the $94 standard price point, I wouldn't recommend this board as there are others out there that are more stable with features like built-in wifi. But if you can snag this on sale ($54 after sale/rebate) you really can't beat the price/performance.

Pros: It sounds like a good board. If I can get it to work (if I ever get the BIOS update chip in the mail), and how long will it work?

Cons: This product does not work with the AMD Athlon X4 processor and I found that out the hard way. Now it looks like a lot of people are. Also ASROCK has TERRIBLE customer service. They said they mailed out the updated BIOS chip to fix the compatibility issue. It has been just over a week. How long does it take to mail a small item from CA to WA? I am not even sure if the board is going to work and function after I install the BIOS chip. Well, I might just have to return it and get another board (from another brand). I don't recommend this product or anything from ASRock. Is this a company run out of someone's garage?

Other Thoughts: Completely unsatisfactory. What a let down. Is it asking too much to buy a new product and have it work? And to have helpful customer service?

Manufacturer Response:

Dear Valued ASRock Customer

Sorry to hear that you have not received the BIOS chip.
However, we do send out promptly.

Please contact us at 909-590-8308. We will assist you shortly.
If you have any technical Support inquiry, please contact us at http://www.ASRock.com/Support/tsd.asp. We will assist you shortly.

Thank you

ASRock Support
Tech Support Email: http://www.ASRock.com/Support/tsd.asp

Pros: Price

Cons: I had to put in 2 replacements.

1st one died after 6 months. 2nd one died after 2 months. I sent an e-mail to ASRock, and waiting for a response.

Manufacturer Response:

Dear Valued ASRock Customer

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you.
Please contact us at 909-590-8308 or http://www.ASRock.com/Support/tsd.asp. We will assist you shortly.

Thank you

ASRock SUPPORT
Tech Support Email: http://www.ASRock.com/Support/tsd.asp

Pros: Good Price, Overall nice MOBO. Look at CONS lots of BIOS issues!

Cons: I purchased an athlon X4 processor, and now I have to find a way to get rid of it since the mobo won't take the processor with the BIOS version on it. I rather ordered a $50 A-6 processor and am going to return the video card I had to buy (Since Athlon X4 doesn't have integrated graphics) and will find a way to sell the Athlon. Unfortunate.

Other Thoughts: Build:

DIY Mini-ITX chasis (black aluminum with gold feet)
350 W power supply
AMD A-6 5400k
Water Cooled
8 Gb RAM
120 Gb SSD
750 Gb HDD

Manufacturer Response:

Dear Valued ASRock Customer

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you.
Due to the mainboard has been released before CPU, the BIOS update is needed to recognizing the new CPU.
We will be more than happy to send the updated BIOS chip.
Please contact us at 909-590-8308.

Thank you

ASRock SUPPORT
Tech Support Email: http://www.ASRock.com/Support/tsd.asp

Pros: Great board for the money, HDMI In (for pass through) is a nice feature

Cons: Wish the HDMI In supported capturing

Other Thoughts: If you're looking for a basic ITX board, this is it. I'm currently using this for an HTPC and it's been flawless. Highly recommended.

Pros: As people said, looks like a solid design with solid hardware. Lots of great connections.

Cons: Reliability. One day it worked, the next day comp wouldnt even post to bios.

Other Thoughts: In contact with asrock and I hope they can help in a timely fashion.

This board died on me after 2 months of off and on usage. Monday the comp worked, wednesday i turn it on and nothing. No mobo lights, no ethernet lights, the only thing that works in the comp are my fans. None of the video connections work. Never overclocked or tweaked. Running with a A10-7800 and bare minimum hardware since this is a compact, low power pc. Dont even have a discrete gpu on board.

Isnt asrock a part of the great asus? I knew asrock was budget but I didnt know it was Unreliable Budget Equipment.

Manufacturer Response:

Dear Valued ASRock Customer

Sorry to hear that the mainboard has malfunctioned after 2 months.
Please try below to check if its resolved the issue.
Turn the power off, clear the CMOS.
Test with single memory module.
If you have any technical issues please contact us at http://www.ASRock.com/support/tsd.asp. We will assist you shortly.

Thank you

ASRock SUPPORT
Tech Support Email: http://www.ASRock.com/support/tsd.asp

Pros: Looks nice

Cons: Shipped with Bios 1.30. I need Bios 1.60 to even boot my system. What a paper weight. I already contacted Asrock but after I gave my invoice, I didn't even hear back from them.

Manufacturer Response:

Dear AsRock Customer

We sincerely apologize that you having difficulty with mainboard. As Always, we appreciate your purchase and review. If you have any technical questions or warranty issues in the future please contact us at user@asrockamerica.com
Please call at 909-590-8308 to send the BIOS chip with the version 1.60 right away
Thank you

AsRock SUPPORT
Tech Support Email: user@asrockamerica.com

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