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ASUS
Refurbished: ASUS ROG Strix Z370-F Gaming LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel Z370 HDMI SATA ...
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GIGABYTE
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GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS MASTER Ultra Core (Series 2) LGA 1851, ATX, DDR5, 5x M.2, PCIe 5.0, ...
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  • Memory Standard: 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 8800 / DDR5 8933 / DDR5 9066 / DDR5 9200 / DDR5 9466 / DDR5 9500
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • 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 #: Z890 AORUS MASTER
  • Item #: 9B-13-145-523
  • Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
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MSI
MSI B760M BOMBER WIFI motherboard Supports 12th/13th Gen Intel® Core Processors, ...
$168 .00
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MPG Z390 GAMING EDGE AC LGA 1151 (300 Series) Z390 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Motherboard ...
$217 .96
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 4400(OC)/ 4300(OC)/ 4266(OC)/ 4200(OC)/ 4133(OC)/ 4000(OC)/ 3866(OC)/ 3733(OC)/ 3600(OC)/ 3466(OC)/ 3400(OC)/ 3333(OC)/ 3300(OC)/ 3200(OC)/ 3000(OC)/ 2800(OC)/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1220P Codec
  • Brand: MSI
  • Chipset: Intel Z390
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports* * M.2 slots and SATA ports share the bandwidth.
  • PCI Express 3.0 x16: 3 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (support x16/x0/x4, x8/x8/x4 modes)
  • Model #: International MPG Z390 GAMING EDGE AC
  • Item #: 9SIVSN9KWT6382
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ASUS Pro WS Z890-ACE SE Z890 LGA 1851 ATX Motherboard, Intel® Core Ultra Series 2 Ready, ...
$479 .99
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  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Brand: ASUS
  • Model: PRO WS Z890-ACE SE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
  • CPU Type: Core i7
  • Part Number: PRO WS Z890-ACE SE
  • Model #: PRO WS Z890-ACE SE
  • Item #: 9B-1JW-000C-01B12
  • Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
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GIGABYTE
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GIGABYTE Z890 AERO G Ultra Core (Series 2) LGA 1851, ATX, DDR5, 5xM.2, PCIe 5.0, ...
$249 .99
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  • Memory Standard: 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 8800 / DDR5 8933 / DDR5 9066 / DDR5 9200
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
  • Chipset: Intel Z890
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • PCI Express 5.0 x16: 2 x PCI Express 5.0 x16
  • Model #: Z890 AERO G
  • Item #: 9B-13-145-528
  • Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
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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
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GIGABYTE B560M AORUS PRO LGA 1200 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard
$999 .00
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 5333(OC) / DDR4 5133(OC) / DDR4 5000(OC) / 4933(OC) / 4800(OC) / 4700(OC) / 4600(OC) / 4500(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4300(OC) / 4266(OC) / 4133(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3866(OC) / 3800(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3666(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3400(OC) / 3333(OC) / 3300(OC) / 3200 / 3000 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 (11th Gen Intel Core i9 / i7 / i5 processors) DDR4 2933 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 (10th Gen Intel Core i9 / i7 processors) DDR4 2666 / 2400 / 2133 (10th Gen Intel Core i5 / i3 / Pentium / Celeron processors)
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek Audio CODEC
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel B560
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: B560M AORUS PRO
  • Item #: 9SIVSN9KWT6415
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GIGABYTE W480M VISION W LGA 1200 Intel W480 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard
$361 .04
  • Memory Standard: Intel Xeon W-1290/W-1270 series processors / Intel Core i9/i7 processors: Support for DDR4 2933/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz memory modules Intel Xeon W-1250 series processors / Intel Core i5/i3/Pentium/Celeron processors: Support for DDR4 2666/ 2400/ 2133 MHz memory modules 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
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1200
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel W480
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 8 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: W480M VISION W
  • Item #: 9SIVSN9KWT6390
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GIGABYTE
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
Gigabyte Z790 D AX Motherboard LGA 1700 DDR5 ATX HDMI DP Wi-Fi 6E M.2 PCIe HDMI
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ASUS
ASUS TUF GAMING B760M-E D4 Intel LGA1700 mATX Motherboard 128GB, 4xDDR4, 1 x PCIe ...
$200 .89
  • CPU Type: Intel Core 13th Gen (LGA 1700)
  • Model #: ASUS TUF GAMING B760M-E D4
  • Item #: 9SIVSN9KWT6395
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ASRock
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ASRock H810M-X LGA 1851 Intel H810 Micro ATX Motherboard
$99 .99
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  • Memory Standard: Up to DDR5 6400
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR5)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC897
  • Brand: ASRock
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
  • Chipset: Intel H810
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: H810M-X
  • Item #: 9B-13-162-235
  • Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
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GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE B760M D2H LGA 1700 Intel B760 M-ATX Motherboard With DDR5, 2* M.2, PCIe 4.0, ...
$136 .00
  • Memory Standard: Support DDR5 7800(O.C.)/7600(O.C.) /7400(O.C.) /7200(O.C.) /7000(O.C.) /6800(O.C.) /6600(O.C.) / 6400(O.C.) / 6200(O.C.) / 6000(O.C. ) / 5800(O.C.) / 5600(O.C.) / 5400(O.C.) / 5200(O.C.) / 4800 / 4000 MT/s
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR5)
  • Audio Chipset: Integrated Realtek® audio chip
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
  • Chipset: Intel B760
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • PCI Express 4.0 x16: 1 x PCI Express 4.0 x16
  • Model #: B760M D2H
  • Item #: 9SIVSN9KWT6391
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GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE Z590 AORUS XTREME WATERFORCE (Z590 AORUS XTREME WB) LGA 1200 Intel ...
$651 .00
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 5400(OC) / 5333(OC) / DDR4 5133(OC) / DDR4 5000(OC) / 4933(OC) / 4800(OC) / 4700(OC) / 4600(OC)/ 4500(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4300(OC) / 4266(OC) / 4133(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3866(OC) / 3800(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3666(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3400(OC) / 3333(OC) / 3300(OC) / 3200 / 3000 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 (11th Generation Intel Core i9 / i7 / i5 processors) DDR4 2933 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 (10th Generation Intel Core i9 / i7 processors) DDR4 2666 / 2400 / 2133 (10th Generation Intel Core i5 / i3 / Pentium / Celeron processors)
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1220-VB codec+ESS ES9018K2M DAC+TI OPA1622 operational amplifier
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel Z590
  • Form Factor: Extended ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/...
  • Model #: Z590 AORUS XTREME WB
  • Item #: 9SIVSN9KWT6386
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GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE Z590I VISION D LGA 1200 Intel Z590 Mini ITX Intel Motherboard
$340 .16
  • Memory Standard: DDR4 4600(OC) / 4500(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4300(OC) / 4266(OC) / 4133(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3866(OC) / 3800(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3666(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3400(OC) / 3333(OC) / 3300(OC) / 3200 / 3000 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 (11th Generation Intel Core i9 / i7 / i5 processors) DDR4 2933 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 (10th Generation Intel Core i9 / i7 processors) DDR4 2666 / 2400 / 2133 (10th Generation Intel Core i5 / i3 / Pentium / Celeron processors)
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC4080
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel Z590
  • Form Factor: Mini ITX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: Z590I VISION D
  • Item #: 9SIVSN9KWT6412
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ASRock
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ASRock N100M Micro ATX (280) Motherboards - Intel, 1 DDR4 DIMM, 2 SATA3, 1 M.2 Intel ...
$110 .99
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  • Memory Standard: 1 x DDR4 DIMM Slot - Supports DDR4 non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 3200 - Supports ECC UDIMM memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode) - Max. capacity of system memory: 32GB
  • Brand: ASRock
  • Chipset: - Intel® Quad-Core Processor N100 (Up to 3.4 GHz) - Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 2 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors *Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
  • PCI Express 3.0 x16: - 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1), supports x2 mode* - 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 Slot (PCIE2)* - 1 x M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 Intel® CNVio (Integrated WiFi/BT)** *Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks **M.2 PCI Express module is not supported
  • Max LAN Speed: Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s - Realtek 8111H
  • CPU Type: - Intel® Quad-Core Processor N100 (Up to 3.4 GHz) ...
  • Model #: N100M
  • Item #: 9B-13-162-134
  • Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
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ASRock
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ASRock N100DC-ITX - Intel Quad-Core Processor N100 (Up to 3.4 GHz) DDR4- 2 SATA3, ...
$129 .99
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  • Memory Standard: Supports DDR4 non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 3200* * Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock's website for more information. (http://www.asrock.com/) - Max. capacity of system memory: 32GB
  • Number of Memory Slots: 1 x DDR4 DIMM Slot
  • PCI Express x16: 1 x PCIe 3.0 x4 Slot (PCIE1), supports x2 mode* - 1 x M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 Intel® CNVio (Integrated WiFi/BT) * Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
  • Brand: ASRock
  • CPU Socket Type: - Intel Quad-Core Processor N100 (Up to 3.4 GHz) - Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
  • Form Factor: Mini ITX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 2 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks
  • CPU Type: Intel® Quad-Core Processor N100 (Up to 3.4 GHz) - Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
  • Model #: N100DC-ITX
  • Item #: 9B-13-162-133
  • Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
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GIGABYTE
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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GIGABYTE
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GIGABYTE B860M AORUS ELITE WIFI6E Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) LGA 1851 Motherboard, ...
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$159 .99
  • 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 #: 9B-13-145-558
  • Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
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GIGABYTE
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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ASRock
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ASRock PRO Z790 PRO RS WiFi Intel LGA1700 (14th,13th,12th Gen) ATX Motherboard, 4 ...
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$158.99
$139 .99
  • Memory Standard: Supports DDR5 non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 6800+(OC)* 1DPC 1R Up to 6800+ MHz (OC), 4800 MHz Natively. 1DPC 2R Up to 6000+ MHz (OC), 4400 MHz Natively. 2DPC 1R Up to 5600+ MHz (OC), 4000 MHz Natively. 2DPC 2R Up to 4800+ MHz (OC), 3600 MHz Natively. - Max. capacity of system memory: 128GB - Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 3.0 * Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock's website for more information. (http://www.asrock.com/
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Audio Chipset: 7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC897 Audio Codec) - Nahimic Audio
  • Brand: ASRock
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
  • Chipset: Intel Z790
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 8 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: Z790 PRO RS WIFI
  • Item #: 9B-13-162-102
  • Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
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ASUS
ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO Intel® Z890 LGA 1851 ATX motherboard, Advanced AI ...
$328 .17
  • 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
  • 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: Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)* 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (supports x16 or x8/x4/x4 modes)** ** When M.2_3 or M.2_4 is enabled, PCIEX16(G5) will run x8 only.
  • Model #: ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO
  • Item #: 9B-9UB13-119-691
  • Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
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Refurbished: GIGABYTE H370 HD3 LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel H370 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB ...
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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