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GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE B760M D2H LGA 1700 Intel B760 M-ATX Motherboard With DDR4, 2* M.2, PCIe 4.0, ...
$129 .21
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  • 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 DDR4
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2065
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GIGABYTE B660M GAMING DDR4 LGA 1700 Intel 12th mATX Motherboard, with Phases Hybrid ...
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GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE GA-X150-PLUS WS (rev. 1.0) LGA 1151 Intel C232 USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard
$160 .76
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2133
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC892
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151
  • Chipset: Intel C232
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: GA-X150-PLUS WS
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK1897
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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GIGABYTE B860 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) LGA 1851 Motherboard, ...
$299 .00
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  • Memory Standard: Support for DDR5 9200(O.C)/8800(O.C) /8600(O.C) / 8400(O.C) /8266(O.C) / 8200(O.C) / 8000(O.C) / 7950(O.C) / 7900(O.C) / 7800(O.C) / 7600(O.C.) / 7400(O.C.) / 7200(O.C.) / 7000(O.C.) / 6800(O.C.) / 6600(O.C.) /6400/5600 MT/s memory modules 4 x DDR5 DIMM sockets supporting up to 256 GB (64 GB single DIMM capacity)of system memory Dual channel memory architecture Support for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode) Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules(The CPU and memory configuration may affect the supported memory types, datarate (speed), and number of DRAM modules, please refer to "Memory Support List" on GIGABYTE's website for more information.)
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
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  • Model #: B860 A ELITE WF7 ICE
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2123
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MSI MEG Z490 ACE LGA 1200 Intel Z490 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Intel Motherboard
$282 .13
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  • Memory Standard: Supports 1R 2933/ 2666/ 2133 MHz 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 4800+ MHz 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 4266+ MHz 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 4400+ MHz 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 4000+ MHz
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1220 Codec + ESS SABRE9018Q2C combo DAC
  • Brand: MSI
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel Z490
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports1 1. SATA2 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_1 slot.
  • Model #: MEG Z490 ACE
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2328
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ASUS ROG Strix Z790-A Gaming WiFi D4 LGA1700(Intel 14th& 13th & 12th Gen) ATX gaming ...
$403 .96
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4:5333(OC)/5133(OC)/5066(OC)/ 5000(OC)/4800(OC)/4700(OC)/4600(OC)/4500(OC)/4400(OC)/4266(OC)/4133Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory* Dual Channel Memory Architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) OptiMem III * Supported memory types, data rate(Speed), and number of DRAM modules 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 (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC4080
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
  • Chipset: Intel Z790
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: ROG STRIX Z790-A GAMING WIFI D4
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2720
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE B760M AORUS ELITE AX-P LGA 1700 Intel B760 M-ATX Motherboard with DDR5, ...
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MSI
MSI Z490-S01 LGA 1200 Intel Z490 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Intel Motherboard
$246 .39
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  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • PCI Express x16: 2 x PCI Express x16
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC892
  • Brand: MSI
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel Z490
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: Z490-S01
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK3726
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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ASUS
ASUS PRIME Z490-P Intel LGA 1200 Z490 1200 ATX M.2 Desktop Motherboard
$276 .48
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4
  • PCI Express x16: 1
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Z490 1200
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • PCI Express 3.0 x16: 1x PCI Express 3.0 x16
  • CPU Type: Core i9 / i7 / i5 / i3 (11th / 10th Gen, LGA1200)
  • Model #: PRIME Z490-P RAA
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWP5102
  • Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
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ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-F GAMING WIFI Intel Z890 LGA 1851 ATX motherboard, DDR5 slots, ...
$699 .00
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  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1851
  • Model #: ROG STRIX Z890-F GAMING WIFI ASUS
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWP7813
  • Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
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ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-A GAMING WIFI S Z890 LGA 1851 ATX motherboard, Inte.l. Core Ultra ...
$452 .93
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  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Brand: ASUS
  • 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
  • PCI Express 4.0 x16: Intel Z890 Chipset 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)
  • Max LAN Speed: 2.5Gbps
  • Model #: ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-A GAMING WIFI S
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWP7734
  • Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
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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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$189.99
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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 #: 9B-13-145-558
  • Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
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ASUS
ASUS TUF Z390M-Pro Gaming (Wi-Fi) LGA1151 (Intel 8th and 9th Gen) DDR4 DP HDMI M.2 ...
$319 .00
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  • 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 * Hyper DIMM support is subject to the physical characteristics of individual CPUs. * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). * The maximum memory frequency supported varies by processor.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC S1200A High Definition Audio CODEC
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • Chipset: Intel Z390
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), gray * * The M.2_1 socket shares SATA_2 port when using M.2 SATA mode device. Adjust BIOS settings to use a SATA device.
  • Model #: TUF Z390M-Pro Gam WI
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWN9674
  • Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
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ASUS TUF GAMING B760M-PLUS WIFI D4 Intel B760 LGA 1700 micro ATX
$291 .00
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  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Type: Computer Accessories
  • Model #: 90MB1DG0-M0EAY0
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWP5089
  • Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
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GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE B660M AORUS ELITE AX DDR4 B660 Intel LGA 1700 Micro-ATX Motherboard with ...
$190 .05
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  • Memory Standard: 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.) / 3200/3000/2933/2666/2400/2133 MHz memory modules Dual channel memory architecture Support for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode) 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 Audio CODEC High Definition Audio
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
  • Chipset: Intel B660
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (S...
  • Model #: B660M AORUS ELITE AX DDR4
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2035
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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MSI
MSI MPG Z590 GAMING CARBON WIFI LGA 1200 Intel Z590 ATX Intel Motherboard
$319 .00
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 1R 3200 / 2933 / 2666 / 2133 for 11th Gen Intel CPU (by JEDEC & POR) DDR4 1R 2933 / 2666 / 2133 for 10th Gen Intel CPU (by JEDEC & POR) Max overclocking frequency: 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 5333 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 4700+ 2DPC 1R Max speed up to 4400+ 2DPC 2R Max speed up to 4000+
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC4080
  • Brand: MSI
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel Z590
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: MPG Z590 GAM CARB WI
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK1875
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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GIGABYTE GA-H110-D3A (rev. 1.0) LGA 1151 Intel H110 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.1 ATX Intel ...
$115 .94
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2400/ 2133 * To support 2400 MHz or XMP memory, you must install a 7th generation processor.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151
  • Chipset: Intel H110
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors * Refer to "1-7 Internal Connectors," for the installation notices for the M.2 and SATA connectors.
  • Model #: GA-H110-D3A
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2074
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GIGABYTE
Gigabyte Ultra Durable Z490 UD LGA-1200 Comet Lake DDR4 ATX Desktop Motherboard
$196 .64
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GIGABYTE Z390 AORUS PRO WIFI LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel Z390 SATA 6Gb/s ATX Intel ...
$184 .29
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 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(O.C.)/ 3000(O.C.)/ 2800(O.C.)/ 2666/ 2400/ 2133
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • PCI Express x16: 1 x PCI Express x16
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1220-VB codec* The back panel line out jack supports DSD audio.
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • Chipset: Intel Z790
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Model #: GIGABYTE Z390 AORUS
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2061
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GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE Z690 UD DDR4 LGA 1700 Intel Z690 ATX Motherboard with DDR4, Triple M.2, PCIe ...
$282 .07
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 5333(OC) / 5133(OC) / 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
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek Audio CODEC
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700 * Dedicated LGA1700 mounting bracket is required.
  • Chipset: Intel Z690
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: Z690 UD DDR4
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2002
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GIGABYTE W480 VISION W LGA 1200 Intel W480 ATX Intel Motherboard
$248 .28
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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 Z790 AORUS ELITE AX ICE LGA 1700 Intel Z790 X ATX Motherboard with DDR5, 4* ...
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  • Memory Standard: Support for DDR5 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 memory modules 4 x DDR5 DIMM sockets supporting up to 192 GB (48 GB single DIMM capacity) of system memory Dual channel memory architecture Support for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules (operate in non-ECC mode) Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules Support for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules (The CPU and memory configuration may affect the supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules, please refer to "Memory Support List" for more information.)
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek® Audio CODEC High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1/7.1-channe...
  • Model #: Z790 AORUS ELITE AX ICE
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2109
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GIGABYTE B365M DS3H LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel B365 SATA 6Gb/s Micro ATX Intel ...
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2666/ 2400/ 2133 * To support 2666 MHz or XMP memory, you must install a 9th and 8th Generation Intel Core i9/i7/i5 processor.
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • Chipset: Intel B365
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: B365M DS3H
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2042
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GIGABYTE GA-H61M-DS2 LGA 1155 Intel H61 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard
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  • Memory Standard: DDR3 1333 / 1066 / 800
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x240pin
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1155
  • Chipset: Intel H61
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • South Bridge: Intel ICH6
  • Onboard Video Chipset: Supported only by CPU with integrated graphic
  • Model #: GA-H61M-DS2
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK1971
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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