Is there a way to run AMD FX-9590 on this board? it is not listed on the supported CPU's. on ASROCK.com? BTW, I have Antec Kuhler 920pro.
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It isn't listed on the support list but there is technically no reason it shouldn't. The board has solid VRM and handles high overclocks well. Those are Piledriver CPUs too. They're the same as the 8xx0 series so it should boot if you dropped it in. I'd give ASrock a call or write in to check.
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Hello Cecil, I will speak to you as a user and not a geek. Even though the AMD9370 FX Black is an 8 core unlocked processor if you are not using for overclocking you can use the AMD heatsink fan that normally comes with the chip from AMD. That processor in retial package does not come with the heatsink fan so you will need to go to a place that sells them as you can not buy direct from AMD. I for one have been doing this since the FX processors were released. I use the processing power to do graphics and racing games like need for speed and it works and functions well with the factory cooling. Consult the motherboards manual for proper bios settings before using any processor to make sure all are set for optimum performance - we are not talking about overclocking here. However if you are going to run games especially multiple player games a lot I suggest getting a liquid cooling system like Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus - CPU Cooler with 4 Direct Contact Heatpipes found at this url: http://tinyurl.com/ygzwrbj. Only suggestion there is double check your clearance with the size of the heatsink with your motherboard setup. It should be fine. Warning to anyone trying to overclock the cpu: Understanding that AMD processors run on the hot side when under heavy duty use- always go to a high quality liquid cooling system or gas because once you start overclocking the heat is going to increase radically and you need a way to pull that heat off of the processor quick enough so it does not fry your processor.
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Hi, this motherboard is compatible with the 3.5ghz AMD FX-X8 (FX-8320)?? thanks.
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It will load and work right out of the box. i installed the FX8350 8 core pile driver and it worked. could not get a windows score thou so updated the bios to the new 2.0 and it worked. the new 2.0 bios is great it adds things to the board that are really nice. it's easy, just went to ASRock site and loaded the windows version for the new bios for this board. This is one of the best M.B. i have ever used. this thing is rock solid i hope this information helps you Ricardo. good luck with the new board.
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No. That board is only compatible with Intel socket LGA1150 processors. You will be unable to use an AMD processor.
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Yes. The Asus sabertooth 990 supports AMD AM3+ FX™/Phenom™ II/Athlon™ II/Sempron™ 100 Series Processors. When in doubt always the check manufacturer website :). However might I recommend looking into an AMD FX 6300 or 6350. same price range, much more powerful and has equal or lesser power consumption.
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Phenom II 945, 955 only in the 95watt versions as there is both 125/95 watt will work for sure and all the 4 core Athlon II CPU.. I think I a had Phenom II 1045T working in a version of this board a couple years ago.. I would have to see if I have that motherboard in stock and test that to be sure .
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It will support any AM3+ CPU including the FX series with a BIOS update. I prefer never to use onboard video as for it uses physical RAM for it's video memory. I would recommend a small cheap AMD GPU to go with the board.
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No. This board will only hold amd CPUs. Not Intel. But I'm sure asrock makes some good intel boards.
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Yes, you can use the fx-8150 CPU within a AM3+ motherboard. I am currently running this setup so i know 100% it has 0 problems. Liquid cooler is a must for overclocking. The stock air fan is loud but, the liquid cooler is a much needed improvement. Go with this you cant go wrong great value with this setup. My processor windows rating is 7.8 with overclocking to 4.3GHz.
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I would suggest going to the manufacturer's site and checking for supported CPUs for that particular board. Contacting the manufacturer may also be a good idea since you have updated the BIOS.
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No, this board is for AM3+ and AM3 processors only. That means FX series, but they work great. I use a 7970 and haven't had trouble playing games, but if you have large graphics requirements (I have a 1440p monitor OC'd to 120hz), you might need SLI/Crossfire setups, which need more cpu punch. I am personally confident however that an 8350 with this board should handle dual graphics setups without difficulty.
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yep it's AMD Socket AMD3+ but to make sure 100% go to asrock website under AMD Socket Motherboard AMD3+ and check the CPU compability list http://www.asrock.com/mb/AMD/990FX%20Extreme4/?cat=CPU
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Here is a list of a few compatable motherboards with this chip - https://pcpartpicker.com/parts/motherboard/?compatible_with=amd-cpu-fd9590fhhkwofPersonally, I have that very core installed in the ASRock 990FX Extreme 9. Make sure you do NOT attempt to run it without a water cooler, as you may experience issues.
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The FX processors require a different socket than the Phenom so a new mobo will be required. It also has the video built on to the chip, ok but not the best. Check out Tomshardware.com.
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Hi.no,the board does not support that cpu.here's a list of supported processors:http://tinyurl.com/a9oxfwy
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I assume you mean FX-9590 ... see asus's website http://www.asus.com/us/Motherboards/SABERTOOTH_990FX_R20/HelpDesk_CPU/