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GIGABYTE GA-X150M-PLUS WS (rev. 1.0) LGA 1151 Intel C232 USB 3.0 Micro ATX Intel ...
$120 .00
- Memory Standard: DDR4 2133
- Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR4)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887
- Brand: GIGABYTE
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151
- Chipset: Intel C232
- Form Factor: Micro ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Model #: GA-X150M-PLUS WS
- Item #: 9SIVSN9KWT6400
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Gigabyte Z790 UD Motherboard CPU LGA1700 Intel DDR5 HDMI
$230 .00
- Memory Standard: DDR5-SDRAM
- Brand: GIGABYTE
- CPU Type: Computer Accessories
- Wireless LAN: 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
- Model #: 1Z790 UD
- Item #: 9SIVSN9KWT6401
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GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS TACHYON DUO X ICE Intel LGA 1851 EATX Motherboard, Support Core ...
$599 .99
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- Memory Standard: DDR5 10400
- Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR5)
- PCI Express x16: 2 x PCI Express x16
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1220
- Brand: GIGABYTE
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
- Chipset: Intel Z890
- Form Factor: Extended ATX
- Model #: Z890 A TACHYON D X E
- Item #: 9B-13-145-620
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
ASUS Pro B760M-CT-CSM Intel socket LGA1700 for 13th&12th Gen Intel processors mATX ...
$138 .99
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- Memory Standard: DDR5 4800
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC* - Supports: Jack-detection, Front Panel Jack-retasking - Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback * A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1 Surround Sound audio output.
- Brand: ASUS
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
- Chipset: Intel B760
- Form Factor: Micro ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Model #: Pro B760M-CT-CSM
- Item #: 9B-13-119-633
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
ASRock Z890 Steel Legend WiFi LGA 1851 Intel Z890 ATX Motherboard
$252 .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 / DDR5 9200 / DDR5 9466
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1220
- Brand: ASRock
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
- Chipset: Intel Z890
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Model #: Z890 Steel Legend WiFi
- Item #: 9B-13-162-174
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
MSI MAG Z890 TOMAHAWK WIFI II Gaming Motherboard, LGA 1851, Intel Z890, Supports ...
$189 .99
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- Memory Standard: DDR5 9200
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- PCI Express x16: 3 x PCI Express x16
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1220P
- Brand: MSI
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
- Chipset: Intel Z890
- Form Factor: ATX
- Model #: Z890 TOMAHAWK WIFI II
- Item #: 9B-13-144-757
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
CPU Motherboard Combo - Intel BX80768270K Bundle with ASRock Z890 Pro RS
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$429 .98
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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)
- 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 #: COMBO 4859095
- Item #: 9B-CMB-4859095
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
ASUS Pro Q670M-C-CSM LGA 1700 (Intel 12th & 13th Gen & Intel vPro) mATX Commercial ...
$137 .63
- Memory Standard: DDR5 4800
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC* * A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1 Surround Sound audio output.
- Brand: ASUS
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
- Chipset: Intel Q670
- Form Factor: Micro ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Model #: 90MB19E0-MVAAYC
- Item #: 9SIV1DSKAD9755
- Return Policy: NothingButSavings Return Policy
ASUS Pro WS W680-ACE IPMI Intel W680 LGA 1700 ATX workstation motherboard, dual PCIe ...
$401 .99
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- Memory Standard: DDR5 4400
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Brand: ASUS
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
- Chipset: Intel W680
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 8 x SATA 6Gb/s
- PCI Express 5.0 x16: Intel 13th & 12th Gen Processors* - 2 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slots (support x16 or x8 / x8 mode) * Please check the PCIe bifurcation table at the support site (https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/ 1037507/).
- Model #: Pro WS W680-ACE IPMI
- Item #: 9B-13-119-617
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
ASRock Z890 Lightning WiFi LGA 1851 Intel Z890 ATX Motherboard
$199 .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 7600 / DDR5 7900 / DDR5 7950 / DDR5 8000 / DDR5 8200 / DDR5 8266 / DDR5 8400 / DDR5 8600 / DDR5 8800 / DDR5 9000 / DDR5 9066 / DDR5 9200 / DDR5 9466
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1220
- Brand: ASRock
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
- Chipset: Intel Z890
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Model #: Z890 Lightning WiFi
- Item #: 9B-13-162-173
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
ASRock Z890 Taichi LGA 1851 Intel Z890 ATX Motherboard
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$199 .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 7600 / DDR5 7900 / DDR5 7950 / DDR5 8000 / DDR5 8200 / DDR5 8266 / DDR5 8400 / DDR5 8600 / DDR5 8800 / DDR5 9000 / DDR5 9066 / DDR5 9200 / DDR5 9600
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC4082
- Brand: ASRock
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
- Chipset: Intel Z890
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Model #: Z890 Taichi
- Item #: 9B-13-162-169
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
ASRock Z890 Taichi Lite LGA 1851 Intel Z890 ATX Motherboard
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$319 .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 7600 / DDR5 7900 / DDR5 7950 / DDR5 8000 / DDR5 8200 / DDR5 8266 / DDR5 8400 / DDR5 8600 / DDR5 8800 / DDR5 9000 / DDR5 9066 / DDR5 9200 / DDR5 9466 / DDR5 9600
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC4082
- Brand: ASRock
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
- Chipset: Intel Z890
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Model #: Z890 Taichi Lite
- Item #: 9B-13-162-171
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
ASRock Z890 Taichi OCF LGA 1851 Intel Z890 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Motherboard
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$474 .99
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- Memory Standard: DDR5 10133 / DDR5 6400 / DDR5 6600 / DDR5 6800 / DDR5 7000 / DDR5 7200 / DDR5 7600 / DDR5 7900 / DDR5 7950 / DDR5 8000 / DDR5 8200 / DDR5 8266 / DDR5 8400 / DDR5 8600 / DDR5 8800 / DDR5 9000 / DDR5 9066 / DDR5 9200 / DDR5 9466 / DDR5 9600 / DDR5 9866
- Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC4082
- Brand: ASRock
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
- Chipset: Intel Z890
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Model #: Z890 Taichi OCF
- Item #: 9B-13-162-168
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
ASRock Z890M Riptide WiFi LGA 1851 Intel Z890 Micro ATX Motherboard
$252 .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 / DDR5 9200 / DDR5 9466
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC897
- Brand: ASRock
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
- Chipset: Intel Z890
- Form Factor: Micro ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Model #: Z890M Riptide WiFi
- Item #: 9B-13-162-181
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
ASRock Z890 Riptide WiFi LGA 1851 Intel Z890 ATX Motherboard
$189 .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 7600 / DDR5 7900 / DDR5 7950 / DDR5 8000 / DDR5 8200 / DDR5 8266 / DDR5 8400 / DDR5 8600 / DDR5 8800 / DDR5 9000 / DDR5 9066 / DDR5 9200 / DDR5 9466
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1220
- Brand: ASRock
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
- Chipset: Intel Z890
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Model #: Z890 Riptide WiFi
- Item #: 9B-13-162-172
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
ASRock Z890 Pro RS WiFi LGA 1851 Intel Z890 ATX Motherboard
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$159 .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)
- 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
- Item #: 9B-13-162-177
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
ASRock Z890 Nova WiFi LGA 1851 Intel Z890 ATX Motherboard
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$179 .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 7600 / DDR5 7900 / DDR5 7950 / DDR5 8000 / DDR5 8200 / DDR5 8266 / DDR5 8400 / DDR5 8600 / DDR5 8800 / DDR5 9000 / DDR5 9066 / DDR5 9200 / DDR5 9466 / DDR5 9600
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC4082
- Brand: ASRock
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
- Chipset: Intel Z890
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Model #: Z890 Nova WiFi
- Item #: 9B-13-162-170
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
ASRock Z890I Nova WiFi LGA 1851 Intel Z890 Mini ITX Motherboard
$249 .99
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- Memory Standard: 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 / DDR5 9200 / DDR5 9466 / DDR5 9600 / DDR5 9866
- Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC4082
- Brand: ASRock
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
- Chipset: Intel Z890
- Form Factor: Mini ITX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 2 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Model #: Z890I Nova WiFi
- Item #: 9B-13-162-182
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
ASRock Z890 LiveMixer WiFi LGA 1851 Intel Z890 ATX Motherboard
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$209 .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 / DDR5 9200 / DDR5 9466
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1220
- Brand: ASRock
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
- Chipset: Intel Z890
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Model #: Z890 LiveMixer WiFi
- Item #: 9B-13-162-175
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
MSI MEG Z890 UNIFY-X Motherboard, ATX - Supports Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2), ...
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$388 .99
- Memory Standard: 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 / DDR5 9200 / DDR5 9466 / DDR5 9500 / DDR5 9600
- Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR5)
- Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC4082
- Brand: MSI
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
- Chipset: Intel Z890
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Model #: MEG Z890 UNIFY-X
- Item #: 9B-13-144-683
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
ASRock B860 Challenger WiFi LGA 1851 Intel B860 ATX Motherboard
$129 .99
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- Memory Standard: Supports up to 8666+(OC)
- Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
- Brand: ASRock
- CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
- Chipset: Intel B860
- Form Factor: ATX
- Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
- PCI Express 5.0 x16: CPU: - 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1), supports x16 mode
- Model #: B860 Challenger WiFi
- Item #: 9B-13-162-245
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
ASUS TUF Gaming Z790-Plus WiFi LGA 1700(Intel14th & 13th & 12th Gen) ATX gaming ...
$241 .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* Dual Channel Memory Architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) OptiMem II * 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 under the Support tab or visit https://www.asus.com/support/ * Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function.
- 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: Intel® 14th, 13th & 12th Gen Processors* 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
- Model #: TUF GAMING Z790-PLUS WIFI 6E
- Item #: 9B-13-119-618
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
ASUS PRIME H610M-A D4-CSM LGA 1700 (Intel 12th & 13th Gen) Micro-ATX Commercial ...
$119 .99
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- Memory Standard: DDR4 3200/3000/2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
- Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR4)
- Brand: ASUS
- 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 4.0 x16
- Model #: PRIME H610M-A D4-CSM
- Item #: 9B-1JW-000C-01661
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
GIGABYTE W480 VISION D LGA 1200 Intel W480 ATX Intel Motherboard
$455 .92
- 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): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
- Model #: W480 VISION D
- Item #: 9SIVSN9KWT6383
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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.
