Acer Inc Ipisb-vr Rev 1.01: Manual
Since Acer does not host a standalone "User Manual" for this specific PCB, users typically search for the or "Acer Predator G3610 Service Guide," as these models utilize the IPISB-VR board and contain the relevant schematics.
Because this is an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) board, a traditional "retail style" user manual is not typically sold in stores. Instead, the documentation exists as service guides for technicians. Below is a breakdown of the board’s layout, specifications, and the critical information found in its documentation.
. It was primarily used in pre-built desktop systems like the Acer Aspire M3970 Gateway DX4860 Core Specifications Form Factor: Micro-ATX (9.6 x 9.6 inches). 4 slots supporting up to (Non-ECC, 1066/1333 MHz). Expansion Slots: 1x PCI Express x16. 1x PCI Express x1. 2x PCI slots. 6x SATA ports (SATA II/3Gbps standard). Acer Inc Ipisb-vr Rev 1.01 Manual
The back panel features standard legacy and multimedia outputs managed by the Intel Cougar Point PCH : 1 × PS/2 Keyboard port (purple) 1 × PS/2 Mouse port (green) 1 × VGA (D-Sub) port 1 × DVI port 1 × HDMI port 6 × USB 2.0 ports
| | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | CPU Support | LGA 1155 socket; Supports Intel Core i7, i5, i3, Pentium | | Chipset | Intel H67 Express | | Memory | 4x 240-pin DDR3 DIMM slots; Dual-channel; Up to 16GB at 1333MHz | | Expansion Slots | 1x PCI Express x16 (Gen 2.0), 3x PCI Express x1 | | Storage | 6x SATA II ports (3Gb/s) | | Audio | Realtek ALC662 High-Definition codec | | LAN | Realtek RTL8111 Gigabit Ethernet controller | | Rear I/O | 6x USB 2.0, 2x USB 3.0, 1x VGA, 1x HDMI, 2x PS/2, RJ45, Audio I/O | | Internal Connectors | 24-pin ATX, 4-pin ATX 12V, 4-pin CPU fan, 3-pin SYS fan, Front Panel Audio, 4x USB headers, Clear CMOS jumper | | BIOS | AMI UEFI BIOS (e.g., version P02-A2) | | Form Factor | Micro-ATX | Since Acer does not host a standalone "User
The IPISB-VR is a motherboard built on the reliable Intel H67 chipset, designed for Intel's second-generation (Sandy Bridge) and some third-generation (Ivy Bridge) processors.
While the LGA 1155 physical socket accommodates both 2nd-generation (Sandy Bridge) and 3rd-generation (Ivy Bridge) processors, the BIOS on the IPISB-VR Rev 1.01 often . Many users attempting to drop in a Core i7-3770 or i5-3570 find that the system encounters a black screen or fails to boot. Below is a breakdown of the board’s layout,
: Intel Core i7, i5, and i3 processors (e.g., Core i5-2300, i5-2400, i7-2600).
Because it is an OEM component, tracking down a standalone is notoriously difficult. Acer bundles the board documentation inside the master system user guides rather than publishing independent motherboard manuals.
