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MSI B460M BOMBER LGA 1200 Intel B460 SATA 6Gb/s Micro ATX Intel Motherboard
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GIGABYTE B660M D3H DDR4 Intel LGA 1700 Micro-ATX Motherboard with DDR4, Dual M.2, ...
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GIGABYTE B560M AORUS PRO AX LGA 1200 Intel B560 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard
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  • Memory Standard: 11th Generation Intel Core i9/i7/i5 processors: Support for DDR4 5333(O.C.)/ DDR4 5133(O.C.)/DDR4 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 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 MHz memory modules 10th Generation Intel Core i9/i7 processors: Support for DDR4 2933/2666/2400/2133 MHz memory modules 10th Generation Intel Core i5/i3 /Pentium/Celeron processors: Support for DDR4 2666/2400/2133 MHz memory modules
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel B560
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • PCI Express 4.0 x16: 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running...
  • Model #: B560M AORUS PRO AX
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK1973
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Gigabyte B460M D2V LGA 1200 DDR4 Micro ATX VGA DVI Intel B460 SATA3 GB460MD2V
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GIGABYTE Z690 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4 V2 LGA 1700 Intel Z690 ATX Motherboard with DDR4, ...
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  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • Chipset: Intel Z690
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Onboard Video Chipset: Supported only by CPU with integrated graphic
  • Max LAN Speed: 2.5Gbps
  • CPU Type: Intel Core 13th Gen (LGA 1700)
  • Model #: Z690 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4 V2
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2006
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GIGABYTE W480 VISION W LGA 1200 Intel W480 ATX Intel Motherboard
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  • Memory Standard: Intel Xeon W-1290/W-1270 series processors / Intel Core i9/i7 processors: Support for DDR4 2933/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz Intel Xeon W-1250 series processors / Intel Core i5/i3/Pentium/Celeron processors: Support for DDR4 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz Support for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules * To support ECC, you must install an Intel Xeon processor. Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1220-VB codec * The back panel line out jack supports DSD audio.
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel W480
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 8 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA3 0~7) 2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (GSATA3 0~1), sup...
  • Model #: W480 VISION W
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2041
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GIGABYTE B860M AORUS ELITE WIFI6E Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) LGA 1851 Motherboard, ...
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  • Memory Standard: DDR5 5600 / 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 8800 / DDR5 9200
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
  • Chipset: Intel B860
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • PCI Express 5.0 x16: CPU: - 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 5.0 and running at x16 (PCIEX16) * The PCIEX16 slot can only support a graphics card or an NVMe SSD. If only one graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.
  • Model #: B860M A ELITE WIFI6E
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2124
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MSI MPG Z690 EDGE TI WIFI Motherboard (ATX,Intel Z690 LGA1700 12th Gen Intel ...
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GIGABYTE B860M EAGLE WIFI6 V2 Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) LGA 1851 Motherboard, mATX, ...
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MSI PRO B365M PRO-VH LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel B365 SATA 6Gb/s Micro ATX Intel ...
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2666/ 2400/ 2133
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887
  • Brand: MSI
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • Chipset: Intel B365
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports* * The SATA1 port will be unavailable when an M.2 SATA SSD module has been installed in the M.2 slot.
  • Model #: B365M PRO-VH
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2341
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ASUS ROG Rampage VI Extreme Encore LGA 2066 Intel X299 Extended ATX Intel Motherboard
$1,444 .51
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 4266(O.C.)/ 4133(O.C.)/ 4000(O.C.)/ 3866(O.C.)/ 3800(O.C.)/ 3600(O.C.)/ 3466(O.C.)/ 3200(O.C.)/ 3000(O.C.)/ 2933/ 2800/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 * Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
  • Number of Memory Slots: 8x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: ROG SupremeFX High Definition Audio CODEC S1220
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 2066
  • Chipset: Intel X299
  • Form Factor: Extended ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 8 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: RAMPAGE VI EXTRME EN
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KU54284
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GIGABYTE B860I AORUS PRO ICE Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) LGA 1851 Motherboard, Mini-ITX, ...
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  • Memory Standard: DDR5 5600 / 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 8800 / DDR5 9200
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR5)
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
  • Chipset: Intel B860
  • Form Factor: Mini ITX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • PCI Express 5.0 x16: CPU: - 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, supporting PCIe 5.0 and running at x16 * The PCIEX16 slot can only support a graphics card or an NVMe SSD.
  • Model #: B860I AORUS PRO ICE
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2127
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ASUS PRIME B560M-A LGA 1200 Intel B560 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 5000(OC) / 4800(OC) / 4600(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4266(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3333(OC) / 3200 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133* * 11th Gen Intel processors support 3200 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 natively. * 10th Gen Intel Core i7 / i9 processors support 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 natively, others will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4 2666. * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists), and memory frequency support depends on the CPU types.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC897
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel B560
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: PRIME B560M-A
  • Item #: 9SIVS75KU10517
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ASUS PRIME B760MAYW WIFI (13th and 12th Gen) LGA 1700 mATX Motherboard with 4 × ...
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ASUS PRIME B760M-R D4 Intel B760 LGA 1700 micro ATX
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  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Type: Computer Accessories
  • Model #: 90MB1HA0-M0EAY0
  • Item #: 9SIVTERKX79112
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ASUS PRIME Z390M-PLUS LGA 1151 Intel Z390 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 Micro ATX Intel ...
$128 .37
  • Memory Standard: 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.)/MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151
  • Chipset: Intel Z390
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: PRIME Z390M-PLUS
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KUH1530
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ASUS ROG STRIX B250H GAMING LGA1151 DDR4 HDMI DVI M.2 B250 ATX Motherboard with ...
$146 .63
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2400/ 2133 * Due to Intel chipset limitation, DDR4 2400 MHz memory frequency is only supported by 7th Gen Intel processors. Higher memory modules will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4 2400 MHz. ** Due to Intel chipset limitation, DDR4 2133 MHz and higher memory modules on 6th Gen Intel processors will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4 2133 MHz.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: ROG SupremeFX High Definition Audio CODEC S1220A
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151
  • Chipset: Intel B250
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: ROG STRIX B250H GAMI
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KU53350
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ASUS TUF Gaming B560M-PLUS WiFi LGA1200 (Intel®11th/10th Gen) Micro ATX Gaming ...
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 5000(OC) / 4800(OC) / 4600(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4266(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3333(OC) / 3200 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133* * 11th Gen Intel processors support 3200 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 natively. * 10th Gen Intel Core i7 / i9 processors support 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 natively, others will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4 2666. * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists), and memory frequency support depends on the CPU types.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC897
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel B560
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: TUF GAM B560M-PLUS W
  • Item #: 9SIVS75KU10536
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ASUS Prime Z390-P LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel Z390 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Intel Motherboard for ...
$97 .73
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 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.)/ 3300(O.C.)/ 3200(O.C.)/ 3000(O.C.)/ 2800(O.C.)/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 * The maximum memory frequency supported varies by processor ** Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List)
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • Chipset: Intel Z390
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6.0Gb/s ports (gray)
  • Model #: Prime Z390-P
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KU53378
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ASUS ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING WIFI LGA 1200 Intel B560 ATX Intel Motherboard
$273 .38
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 5000(OC) / 4800(OC) / 4600(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4266(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3333(OC) / 3200 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133* * 11th Gen Intel processors support 3200 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 natively. * 10th Gen Intel i9 / i7 processors support 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 natively, others will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4 2666MHz. * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists), and memory frequency support depends on the CPU types.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: ROG SupremeFX High Definition Audio CODEC S1220A
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel B560
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: STRIX B560-A GAM WIF
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KU52787
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ASUS ROG Strix Z690-I Gaming WiFi 6E LGA 1700 (Intel® 12th&13th&14th Gen) mini-ITX ...
$335 .28
  • Memory Standard: DDR5 6400(OC) / 6200(OC) / 6000(OC) / 5800(OC) / 5600(OC) / 5400(OC) / 5200(OC) / 5000(OC) / 4800(OC)* * 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: 2x288pin (DDR5)
  • Audio Chipset: ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC 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: Mini ITX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s * Install ROG Strix Front panel SATA card to support 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports.
  • Model #: 90MB1910-M0AAY0
  • Item #: 9SIVS10KU52900
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Gigabyte Intel H370 Aorus Gaming 3 ATX DDR4-SDRAM Motherboard
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ASUS Pro WS W790 SAGE SE Intel W790 (LGA 4677) CEB, PCIe 5.0,7 PCIe 5.0 x16 slots,M.2 ...
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  • Memory Standard: DDR5 6800(OC)/6600(OC)/6400(OC)/6200(OC)/ 6000(OC)/5800(OC)/5600(OC)/5400(OC)/5200(OC)/5000(OC)/4800 ECC Registered 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/
  • Number of Memory Slots: 8x288pin (DDR5)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek S1220A 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC* - Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs - Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input (Line-in) - Supports up ...
  • Model #: Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE
  • Item #: 9SIVR6NKUY6853
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ASUS ROG Strix Z790-E Gaming WiFi 6E LGA 1700(Intel 14th &12th&13th Gen)ATX gaming ...
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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* Dual Channel Memory Architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) OptiMem II * Supported memory types, data rate(Speed), and number of DRAM module vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information refer to www.asus.com for memory support list.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Audio Chipset: ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4080 - Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input - Supports up to 32-Bit/384 kHz playback Audio Features - SupremeFX Shielding Techn...
  • Model #: ROG STRIX Z790-E GAMING WIFI
  • Item #: 9SIVS3EKX15149
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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.

By NeweggBusiness Staff