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ASRock Z87 Extreme6
Intel Z87 / LGA1150 ATX board with DDR3, three PCIe x16-length slots, mini-PCIe and ten SATA 6 Gb/s ports. This is a dedicated model record; revision, CPU and firmware qualifications are documented below.
IDENTIFICATION: Verify the printed model and PCB revision against manufacturer support files before selecting a processor, memory kit, firmware image or replacement board. Similar names can describe electrically different products.
Specifications
| Catalog subcategory | Enthusiast Intel platforms |
|---|---|
| Exact board / revision | Z87 Extreme6 |
| Platform / era | Intel Haswell desktop enthusiast platform, 2013 |
| CPU socket / compatibility | LGA1150; 4th-generation Intel Core and select Xeon, Pentium and Celeron models only as enumerated in ASRock’s CPU support list and BIOS table. |
| Chipset | Intel Z87 Express |
| Memory | Four dual-channel DDR3/DDR3L DIMM sockets, up to 32 GB non-ECC unbuffered memory; high data rates are overclocked profiles and depend on the CPU and validated DIMMs. |
| Expansion slots | Three PCIe 3.0 x16-length slots with processor-lane sharing, one PCIe 2.0 x1, a mini-PCIe connector and two legacy PCI slots. |
| Form factor | ATX, approximately 305 × 244 mm; confirm case/standoff support and PCB dimensions in the manufacturer manual. |
| Storage / I/O | Ten SATA 6 Gb/s ports and eSATA; several onboard controllers provide the additional ports. See the manual for RAID/controller modes and port sharing. |
| Firmware and validation | Use only firmware for this exact model and revision. Confirm the selected CPU in the manufacturer CPU support table and satisfy its stated minimum BIOS; consult the board manual and memory QVL for DIMM placement, shared lanes and port limitations. |
Compatibility and revision notes
ATX (305 × 244 mm). This board uses DDR3/DDR3L, not DDR4. Verify the CPU support list and minimum BIOS against the exact processor; the PCIe slots share CPU lanes, and the SATA connectors are controlled by more than one controller. Check the manual for the precise slot arrangement and supported DIMM population.
Physical socket fit, chipset family or a matching module notch does not independently guarantee compatibility. Confirm the exact CPU, BIOS release, memory type/capacity, slot wiring, device protocol and board dimensions in the manufacturer documentation before building or servicing a system.
Preservation and repair
Record the full PCB model, revision and BIOS identifier before maintenance. Inspect socket contacts, DIMM/PCIe connectors, VRM area and electrolytic components; document any corrosion, rework or missing hardware. Use ESD-safe handling and follow the manual’s clear-CMOS procedure.
For an archive record, photograph labels and connector condition before cleaning. Do not cross-flash firmware from a similar model or revision, and never power a board with loose conductive hardware beneath it.
Manufacturer sources
- ASRock — Z87 Extreme6 product specificationsOfficial manufacturer product/manual documentation for this exact model.
- ASRock — Z87 Extreme6 support resourcesOfficial manufacturer CPU/firmware/support reference; confirm the board marking and revision.
Specifications and compatibility can vary with PCB revision, regional SKU, processor stepping and BIOS. Consult the linked manufacturer support material for the exact board.