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Refurbished: ASUS ROG MAXIMUS XII FORMULA LGA 1200 ATX Intel Motherboard
$152 .52
- Memory Standard: DDR4 4700+(O.C)/ 4600(O.C)/ 4500(O.C)/ 4400(O.C)/ 4266(O.C.)/ 4133(O.C.)/ 4000(O.C.)/ 3866(O.C.)/ 3733(O.C.)/ 3600(O.C.)/ 3466(O.C.)/ 3400(O.C.)/ 3333(O.C.)/ 3200(O.C.)/ 3000(O.C.)/ 2933(O.C.)/ 2800(O.C.)/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory* * 10th Gen Intel Core i9/i7 CPUs support 2933/ 2800/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 natively. Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
- Audio Chipset: ROG SupremeFX High Definition Audio CODEC S1220
- Brand: ASUS
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
- Chipset: Intel Z490
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ** M.2_2 shares bandwidth with SATA6G_56. When M.2_2 runs x4 mode, SATA_56 will be disabled. M.2_2 runs x2 mode by default.
- Model #: MAXIMUS XII FORMULA
- Item #: 9SIVSN9KWT6399
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Refurbished: GIGABYTE H370 HD3 LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel H370 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB ...
$121 .12
- Model #: H370 HD3
- Item #: 9SIVSN9KWT6381
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Refurbished: GIGABYTE Z590 UD AC LGA 1200 Intel Z590 ATX Motherboard with Triple M.2, ...
$134 .47
- CPU Type: Intel Core 11th Gen (LGA 1200)
- Model #: Z590 UD AC
- Item #: 9SIVSN9KWT6414
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Refurbished: Asus Prime PRIME B650M A AX II WiFi AMD AM5 DDR5 mATX Gaming Desktop ...
$128 .04
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- Brand: ASUS
- Model #:
- Item #: 9SIV1DSKYG2060
- Return Policy: NothingButSavings Return Policy
Open Box: MSI PRO B760M-P DDR4 LGA 1700 Intel B760 SATA 6Gb/s Micro ATX Motherboard
$82 .99
- Memory Standard: DDR4 3200
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
- PCI Express x16: 1 x PCI Express x16
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC897
- Brand: MSI
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
- Chipset: Intel B760
- Form Factor: Micro ATX
- Model #: PRO B760M-P DDR4
- Item #: 9B-13-144-597R
- Return Policy: Final Sale Return Policy
Open Box: MSI B760-P Pro WiFi DDR5 Intel LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard
$168 .00
- Memory Standard: Memory Support 5333(OC)/ 5200(OC)/ 5066(OC)/ 5000(OC)/ 4800(OC)/ 4600(OC)/ 4400(OC)/ 4266(OC)/ 4200(OC)/ 4000(OC)/ 3800(OC)/ 3733(OC)/ 3600(OC)/ 3466(OC)/ 3400(OC)/ 3333(OC)/ 3200(JEDEC)/ 2933(JEDEC)/ 2666(JEDEC)/ 2400(JEDEC)/ 2133(JEDEC)
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC897
- Brand: MSI
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
- Chipset: Intel B760
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Model #: PRO B760-P WIFI
- Item #: 9B-13-144-588R
- Return Policy: Final Sale Return Policy
Open Box: MSI PRO Z690-A WIFI DDR5 LGA 1700 Intel Z690 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Intel ...
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$136 .99
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- Memory Standard: DDR5 1R 4800 (by JEDEC & POR) Max overclocking frequency: 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 6400+ 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 5400+ 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 4000+ 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 4000+
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC897
- Brand: MSI
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
- Chipset: Intel Z690
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Model #: PRO Z690-A WIFI
- Item #: 9B-13-144-503R
- Return Policy: Final Sale Return Policy
Open Box: ASUS PRIME B860-PLUS WIFI-CSM B860 LGA 1851 ATX motherboard, Intel Core ...
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$120 .99
- Memory Standard: Support up to 8200+MT/s (OC)
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Brand: ASUS
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
- Chipset: Intel B860
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- PCI Express 5.0 x16: 1 x PCI Express 5.0 x16
- Model #: PRIME B860-PLUS WIFI-CSM
- Item #: 9B-13-119-760R
- Return Policy: Final Sale Return Policy
Open Box: GIGABYTE B760M DS3H AX DDR4 LGA 1700 Intel B760 M-ATX Motherboard with ...
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$97 .99
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- Memory Standard: Support for DDR4 5333(O.C.)/ 5133(O.C.)/ 5000(O.C.)/ 4933(O.C.)/ 4800(O.C.)/ 4700(O.C.)/ 4600(O.C.)/ 4500(O.C.)/ 4400(O.C.)/ 4300(O.C.)/ 4266(O.C.)/ 4133(O.C.)/ 4000(O.C.)/ 3866(O.C.)/ 3800(O.C.)/ 3733(O.C.)/ 3666(O.C.)/ 3600(O.C.)/ 3466(O.C.)/ 3400(O.C.)/ 3333(O.C.)/ 3300(O.C.)/ 3200/ 3000/ 2933/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MT/s memory modules
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
- Brand: GIGABYTE
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
- Chipset: Intel B760
- Form Factor: Micro ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- PCI Express 4.0 x16: 1 x PCI Express 4.0 x16
- Model #: B760M DS3H AX DDR4
- Item #: 9B-13-145-425R
- Return Policy: Final Sale Return Policy
Open Box: GIGABYTE H610I H610 Intel LGA 1700 Mini-ITX Motherboard with DDR5, Single ...
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$92 .99
- Memory Standard: DDR5 5600
- Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek Audio CODEC High Definition Audio
- Brand: GIGABYTE
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
- Chipset: Intel H610
- Form Factor: Mini ITX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Model #: H610I
- Item #: 9B-13-145-462R
- Return Policy: Final Sale Return Policy
Open Box: ASUS Prime Z690-A LGA 1700(Intel®12th&13th) ATX motherboard (16+1 ...
$129 .99
- Memory Standard: DDR5 6000(OC) / 5800(OC) / 5600(OC) / 5400(OC) / 5200(OC) / 5000(OC) / 4800 * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek S1220A
- Brand: ASUS
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
- Chipset: Intel Z690
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Model #: 90MB18L0-M0AAY0
- Item #: 9B-13-119-507R
- Return Policy: Final Sale Return Policy
Open Box: ASRock B860 CHALLENGER WIFI WHITE LGA 1851 Intel B860 SATA 6Gb/s DDR5 ...
$119 .99
- Memory Standard: DDR5 8666
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- PCI Express x16: 2 x PCI Express x16
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC897
- Brand: ASRock
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
- Chipset: Intel B860
- Form Factor: ATX
- Model #: B860 CHALLENGER WIFI WHITE
- Item #: 9B-13-162-240R
- Return Policy: Final Sale Return Policy
Open Box: MSI MAG Z790 TOMAHAWK WIFI LGA 1700 Intel Z790 SATA 6Gb/s DDR5 ATX ...
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$127 .99
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- Memory Standard: Supports 1R 5600 MHz (by JEDEC & POR) - 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 6800+ MHz - 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 6400+ MHz - 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 6400+ MHz - 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 5600+ MHz Supports Intel XMP3.0 OC Supports Dual-Controller Dual-Channel mode Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC4080
- Brand: MSI
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
- Chipset: Intel Z790
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 7x SATA 6Gb/s ports - SATA_1& SATA_5_6& SATA_7_8 (From Z790 chipset) - SATA_A1_A2 (From ASM1061)
- Model #: MAG Z790 TOMAHAWK WIFI
- Item #: 9B-13-144-567R
- Return Policy: Final Sale Return Policy
Open Box: GIGABYTE H610M S2H V2 Motherboard, Supports 14th/13th/12th Gen Intel Core ...
$48 .99
- Memory Standard: DDR5 4400 / DDR5 4800 / DDR5 5200 / DDR5 5600
- Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR5)
- Brand: GIGABYTE
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
- Chipset: Intel H610
- Form Factor: Micro ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- PCI Express 4.0 x16: 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 4.0 and running at x16
- Model #: H610M S2H V2
- Item #: 9B-13-145-576R
- Return Policy: Final Sale Return Policy
Open Box: ASUS TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI Z890 LGA 1851 ATX motherboard, Intel® ...
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$157 .99
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- Memory Standard: DDR5 4400 / DDR5 4800 / DDR5 5000 / DDR5 5200 / DDR5 5400 / DDR5 5600 / DDR5 5800 / DDR5 6000 / DDR5 6200 / DDR5 6400 / DDR5 6600 / DDR5 6800 / DDR5 7000 / DDR5 7200 / DDR5 7400 / DDR5 7600 / DDR5 7800 / DDR5 7900 / DDR5 7950 / DDR5 8000 / DDR5 8200 / DDR5 8266 / DDR5 8400 / DDR5 8600 / DDR5 8666 / DDR5 8800 / DDR5 8933 / DDR5 9000 / DDR5 9066
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Brand: ASUS
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
- Chipset: Intel Z890
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- PCI Express 5.0 x16: 1 x PCI Express 5.0 x16
- Model #: TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI
- Item #: 9B-13-119-695R
- Return Policy: Final Sale Return Policy
Open Box: ASRock Z890 Pro RS LGA 1851 Intel Z890 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Motherboard
Save: $95.00 (41%)
$134 .99
- Memory Standard: DDR5 4400 / DDR5 4800 / DDR5 5000 / DDR5 5200 / DDR5 5400 / DDR5 5600 / DDR5 5800 / DDR5 6000 / DDR5 6200 / DDR5 6400 / DDR5 6600 / DDR5 6800 / DDR5 7000 / DDR5 7200 / DDR5 7400 / DDR5 7600 / DDR5 7800 / DDR5 7900 / DDR5 7950 / DDR5 8000 / DDR5 8200 / DDR5 8266 / DDR5 8400 / DDR5 8600 / DDR5 8666 / DDR5 8800 / DDR5 8933 / DDR5 9000 / DDR5 9066
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC897
- Brand: ASRock
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
- Chipset: Intel Z890
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Model #: Z890 Pro RS WiFi White
- Item #: 9B-13-162-178R
- Return Policy: Final Sale Return Policy
Open Box: MSI PRO B760M-P LGA 1700 Intel B760 SATA 6Gb/s Micro ATX Motherboard
$82 .99
- Memory Standard: Memory Support DDR5 6800+(OC)/ 6600(OC)/ 6400(OC)/ 6200(OC)/ 6000(OC)/ 5800(OC)/ 5600(JEDEC)/ 5400(JEDEC)/ 5200(JEDEC)/ 5000(JEDEC)/ 4800(JEDEC) MHz Max. overclocking frequency: • 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 6800+ MHz • 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 6400+ MHz • 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 6000+ MHz • 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 5600+ MHz
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek® ALC897 Codec 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio
- Brand: MSI
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
- Chipset: Intel B760
- Form Factor: Micro ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): * SATA5 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_2 slot.
- Model #: PRO B760M-P
- Item #: 9B-13-144-709R
- Return Policy: Final Sale Return Policy
Open Box: MSI MPG Z790 EDGE WIFI LGA 1700 Intel Z790 SATA 6Gb/s DDR5 ATX Motherboard
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$157 .99
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- Memory Standard: Supports 1R 5600 MHz (by JEDEC & POR) - 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 6800+ MHz - 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 6400+ MHz - 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 6400+ MHz - 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 5600+ MHz Supports Intel XMP3.0 OC Supports Dual-Controller Dual-Channel mode Supports non-ECC, un-buffered memory
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC4080
- Brand: MSI
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
- Chipset: Intel Z790
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 7 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Model #: MPG Z790 EDGE WIFI
- Item #: 9B-13-144-564R
- Return Policy: Final Sale Return Policy
Open Box: ASUS ROG Strix Z690-F Gaming WiFi 6E LGA 1700(Intel® 12th&13th Gen) ATX ...
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$155 .99
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- Memory Standard: DDR5 6400(OC) / 6200(OC) / 6000(OC) / 5800(OC) / 5600(OC) / 5400(OC) / 5200(OC) / 5000(OC) / 4800 * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC4080
- Brand: ASUS
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700 * Designed with dual mounting holes compatible with both Intel LGA1700 and LGA1200 cooling brackets.
- Chipset: Intel Z690
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Model #: 90MB18M0-M0AAY0
- Item #: 9B-13-119-503R
- Return Policy: Final Sale Return Policy
Open Box: ASUS PRIME B760M-A AX LGA 1700(Intel 12th&13th Gen) microATX motherboard ...
$76 .49
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- Memory Standard: DDR5 7200+(OC)/7000(OC)/6800(OC)/6600(OC)/ 6400(OC)/6200(OC)/6000(OC)/5800(OC)/5600/5400/5200/5000/4800MHNon-ECC, Un-buffered Memory* * Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information please refer to CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of product information site or visit https://www.asus.com/support/ * Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function.
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC* - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback Audio Features - Audio Shielding - Premium audio capacitors - Dedicated audio PCB layers * A chassis with an HD audio module in the fron...
- Model #: PRIME B760M-A AX
- Item #: 9B-13-119-640R
- Return Policy: Final Sale Return Policy
Open Box: ASUS TUF Gaming Z690-Plus WiFi D4 LGA 1700(Intel®12th&13th Gen) ATX ...
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$155 .99
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- Memory Standard: DDR4 5333(OC) / 5000(OC) / 4800(OC) / 4700(OC) / 4600(OC) / 4500(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4266(OC) / 4133(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3866(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3400(OC) / 3333(OC) / 3300(OC) / 3200 / 3000 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 *Actual Memory frequency support depends on the CPU types and DRAM modules, for more information refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
- Brand: ASUS
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700 * Designed with dual mounting holes compatible with both Intel LGA1700 and LGA1200 cooling brackets.
- Chipset: Intel Z690
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- PCI Express 5.0 x16: 1 x PCI Express 5.0 x16 * Actual support may vary by CPU. * Please check PCIe bifurcation table in support site....
- Model #: 90MB18V0-M0AAY0
- Item #: 9B-13-119-506R
- Return Policy: Final Sale Return Policy
Open Box: ASUS Z790 GAMING WIFI7 LGA 1700 Intel Z790 ATX Motherboard
$115 .00
- Memory Standard: DDR5 4800 / DDR5 5000 / DDR5 5200 / DDR5 5600 / DDR5 5800 / DDR5 6000 / DDR5 6200 / DDR5 6400 / DDR5 6600 / DDR5 6800 / DDR5 7200
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Brand: ASUS
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
- Chipset: Intel Z790
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- PCI Express 5.0 x16: 1 x PCI Express 5.0 x16
- Model #: Z790 GAMING WIFI7-GSI
- Item #: 9B-13-119-766R
- Return Policy: Final Sale Return Policy
Open Box: ASUS Z790 GAMING WIFI7 LGA 1700 ATX motherboard with PCIe 5.0, three M.2 ...
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$127 .99
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- Memory Standard: DDR5 7200+(OC)/7000(OC)/6800(OC)/6600(OC)/ 6400(OC)/ 6200(OC)/ 6000(OC)/ 5800(OC)/ 5600/ 5400/ 5200/ 5000/ 4800 Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory*
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- PCI Express x16: 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot * Please check the PCIe bifurcation table on the support site (https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/ 1037507/). - To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/ for the list of supported peripherals.
- Brand: ASUS
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
- Chipset: Intel Z790
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): Total supports 3 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports* Intel® Core™ Processors (14th & 13th & 12th Gen) M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode) Intel® Z790 Chipset M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 22...
- Model #: Z790 GAMING WIFI7
- Item #: 9B-13-119-679R
- Return Policy: Final Sale Return Policy
Open Box: ASUS Prime Z690-P WiFi D4 LGA 1700(Intel® 12th&13th Gen) ATX motherboard ...
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$131 .99
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- Memory Standard: DDR4 5333(OC) / 5133(OC) / 5000(OC) / 4800(OC) / 4600(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4266(OC) / 4133(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3866(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3400(OC) / 3333(OC) / 3200 / 3000 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
- Brand: ASUS
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700 * Designed with dual mounting holes compatible with both Intel LGA1700 and LGA1200 cooling brackets.
- Chipset: Intel Z690
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- PCI Express 5.0 x16: 1 x PCI Express 5.0 x16 * Actual support may vary by CPU. * Please check PCIe bifurcation table in support site.
- Model #: 90MB18N0-M0AAY0
- Item #: 9B-13-119-510R
- Return Policy: Final Sale Return Policy
Intel Motherboard Questions and Answers
Introduction
A compatible Intel® motherboard is an essential component when assembling a desktop with an Intel processor. The motherboard determines what type of processor you can use, how many data storage drives you can install, the maximum amount of system memory supported, and more. To help you find the ideal Intel motherboard for your desktop build, NeweggBusiness answers several common questions about motherboards.
Questions
What is a motherboard chipset?
A motherboard chipset is a collection of components on the motherboard designed to integrate the processor with the rest of the system hardware. The chipset has a major impact on overall system performance and device compatibility. For each family of Intel processors, a different chipset is typically used. When shopping for an Intel motherboard, you will have to ensure that its chipset is compatible with the processor you intend to use.
What does CPU socket type mean?
The CPU socket is the component on the motherboard that holds and locks the processor in place. In order for a processor to be installed onto a motherboard, they both must have the same socket type. For example, an LGA 1150 processor can only be installed onto an Intel motherboard with a LGA 1150 socket.
However, having the same socket type does not necessarily mean that the processor and motherboard are compatible. Sometimes, multiple generations of processors can have the same socket type but use different chipsets.
What is the difference between PCI and PCIe®?
Both PCI and PCIe are computer expansion card standards that are used by devices such as video cards, sound cards, network adapters, and more. PCIe is a newer standard designed to replace PCI and is not backwards compatible. It is capable of faster data transfer rates, which allows for better performance from expansion cards.
Many ATX form factor Intel motherboards will have a combination of both PCI and PCIe expansion slots. Unfortunately, some motherboards—mainly small form factor motherboards such as Mini ITX—only have one PCIe slot due to space limitations.
What is BIOS?
It is an acronym that stands for Basic Input/Output System and is the very first program that starts when a computer is powered on. Stored on the motherboard, BIOS is the intermediary that interconnects the components and launches the operating system. The interface for BIOS is rather limited because it is mainly text based with a small color palette. Many motherboards include BIOS, though there is now a transition to the newer Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI).
What is UEFI?
Like BIOS, UEFI is an intermediary for the main operating system and the hardware. It is designed to replace BIOS as the standard operating system included on AMD and Intel motherboards. Compared to BIOS, UEFI is much more user friendly and secure, supports larger hard drives, reduces startup times, and more. Many new Intel motherboards now include UEFI instead of BIOS, though such motherboards may sometimes be advertised as having UEFI BIOS.
