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GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE X299 UD4 Pro LGA 2066 Intel X299 USB 3.1 ATX Intel Motherboard
$521 .86
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  • Memory Standard: Support for DDR4 4400(O.C.)/ 4333(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(O.C.)/ 3000(O.C.)/ 2800(O.C.)/ 2666(O.C.)/ 2400/ 2133 MHz memory modules
  • Number of Memory Slots: 8x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC1220
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 2066
  • Chipset: Intel X299
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 8 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: X299 UD4 Pro
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2107
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MSI
MSI MEG Z490 UNIFY LGA 1200 Intel Z490 ATX Intel Motherboard
$203 .97
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  • Memory Standard: Supports 1R 2933/ 2666/ 2133 MHz 1DPC 1R Max speed up to 5000+ MHz 1DPC 2R Max speed up to 4500+ 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
  • Brand: MSI
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel Z490
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports* * SATA2 will be unavailable when installing M.2 SATA SSD in the M2_1 slot.
  • Model #: MEG Z490 UNIFY
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2178
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ASRock
ASRock B760M-ITX/D4 WiFi Supports 13th Gen & 12th Gen Intel® Core Processors (LGA1700)
$299 .00
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GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE GA-Z270-HD3 (rev. 1.0) LGA 1151 Intel Z270 HDMI USB 3.1 ATX Motherboards - ...
$115 .20
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 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(O.C.)/ 2400(O.C.)/ 2133
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151
  • Chipset: Intel Z270
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: GA-Z270-HD3
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2102
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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ASRock
ASRock H610M-HDV LGA 1700 Intel H610 SATA 6Gb/s DDR4 Micro ATX Motherboard
$110 .00
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 3200
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC897/887
  • Brand: ASRock
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700 * Dedicated LGA1700 mounting bracket is required.
  • Chipset: Intel H610
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: H610M-HDV
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2507
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE B860M K Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) LGA 1851 Motherboard, mATX, DDR5, 2x M.2, ...
$169 .00
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  • Memory Standard: DDR5 10400
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • PCI Express x16: 1 x PCI Express x16
  • Brand: GIGABYTE
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
  • Chipset: Intel Z790
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 14 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: B860M K
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2595
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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MSI
MSI MAG B760M MORTAR MAX WIFI Gaming Motherboard (Supports 12th/13th Gen Intel ...
$241 .39
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MSI B760M BOMBER DDR4 Supports 12th/13th Generation Intel® Core, Pentium® Gold and ...
$179 .49
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ASUS ROG Strix Z690-I Gaming WiFi 6E LGA 1700 (Intel® 12th&13th&14th Gen) mini-ITX ...
$456 .93
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  • 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 #: 9SIVR5CKWK2742
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ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 Hero (WiFi 6E) LGA 1700(Intel 14th & 13th&12th Gen) ATX gaming ...
$770 .00
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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/ 4800MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory* Dual Channel Memory Architecture Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * 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 (DDR5)
  • Audio Chipset: ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4082 - 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 Technology -...
  • Model #: ROG MAXIMUS Z790 HERO
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2706
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ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Extreme Glacial (WiFi 6E) LGA 1700(Intel® 12th&13th Gen) EATX ...
$1,518 .40
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  • Memory Standard: DDR5 6400+(OC) / 6200(OC) / 6000(OC) / 5800(OC) / 5600(OC) / 5400(OC) / 5200(OC) / 5000(OC) / 4800 * 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 ALC4082
  • 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: Extended ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s * RAID configuration and boot drives are not supported on the SATA6G_E1-2 ports.
  • Model #: 90MB1A60-M0AAY0
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2739
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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MSI
MSI B660M BOMBER DDR4 Motherboard Intel B560 LGA 1700 DDR4 M.2 Micro ATX VGA
$139 .00
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ASUS
ASUS ROG Strix Z590-E Gaming WiFi 6E LGA 1200 (Intel 11th/10th Gen) ATX Gaming ...
$445 .00
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 5333(OC) / 5133(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) / 3200 / 3000 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133* * 11th Gen Intel Core 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).
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4080
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel Z590
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s...
  • Model #: ROG STRIX Z590-E GAMING WIFI
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2725
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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MSI
MSI MPG Z890 EDGE TI WIFI7 GAMING MOTHERBOARD
$358 .02
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  • 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
  • Number of Memory Slots: 4x288pin (DDR5)
  • Brand: MSI
  • 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 #: MPG Z890 EDGE TI WIFI
  • Item #: 9SIVR5CKWK2583
  • Return Policy: XianTaoHengCanFuShiYouXianGongSi Return Policy
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ASUS
ASUS PRIME B360M-K LGA1151 (300 Series) DDR4 DVI VGA M.2 mATX Motherboard
$85 .16
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2666/ 2400/ 2133 * The maximum memory frequency supported varies by processor. ** DDR4 2666MHz and higher memory modules will run at max. 2666MHz on Intel 8th Gen. 6-core or higher processors. *** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List).
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x288pin (DDR4)
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151 (300 Series)
  • Chipset: Intel B360
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6.0Gb/s ports (gray)
  • Model #: PRIME B360M-K
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWN9160
  • Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
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ASUS H110M-K D3 LGA 1151 Intel H110 USB 3.0 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard
$90 .93
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  • Memory Standard: DDR3 1866(O.C.)/ 1600/ 1333
  • Number of Memory Slots: 2x240pin
  • Audio Chipset: Realtek ALC887
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1151
  • Chipset: Intel H110
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s), gray
  • Model #: H110M-K D3
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWN9101
  • Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
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ASUS
TUF GAMING Z790-BTF WIFI Intel® Z790 (LGA 1700) ATX motherboard, Hidden-Connector ...
$408 .41
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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* * 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 ALC1220P 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 ...
  • Model #: TUF GAMING Z790-BTF WIFI
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWN9725
  • Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
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ASUS TUF GAMING B560M-PLUS LGA 1200 Intel B560 SATA 6Gb/s Micro ATX Intel Motherboard
$184 .30
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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 ALC887/897
  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1200
  • Chipset: Intel B560
  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
  • Model #: TUF GAMING B560M-PLU
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWN9039
  • Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
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ASUS Prime B360-Plus LGA1151 (300 Series) DDR4 HDMI DVI VGA M.2 ATX Motherboard
$97 .10
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 2666/ 2400/ 2133 * The maximum memory frequency supported varies by processor. ** DDR4 2666MHz and higher memory modules will run at max. 2666MHz on Intel 8th Gen. 6-core or higher processors. *** Refer to www.asus.com for the latest 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 B360
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 6 x SATA 6.0Gb/s ports (gray)
  • Model #: PRIME B360-PLUS
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWN9124
  • Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
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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 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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ASUS TUF Gaming Z690-PLUS D4 LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard, 15 DrMOS, PCIe 5.0, DDR4 ...
$318 .44
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  • CPU Socket Type: LGA 1700
  • CPU Type: Intel Core 13th Gen (LGA 1700)
  • Model #: ASUS TUF GAMING Z690-PLUS D4
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWP5070
  • Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
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ASUS PRIME Z370-P II LGA 1151 (300 Series) Intel Z370 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.1 ATX Intel ...
$110 .34
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  • Memory Standard: DDR4 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 Z370
  • Form Factor: ATX
  • Serial ATA (SATA): 4 x SATA 6.0Gb/s ports (gray)
  • Model #: PRIME Z370-P II..,
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWP5161
  • Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
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ASUS Mainboard TUF GAMING B760M-PLUS - micro ATX - Socket LGA1700 - Intel B760
$208 .42
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  • Brand: ASUS
  • CPU Type: Computer Accessories
  • Model #: 90MB1ES0-M1EAY0
  • Item #: 9SIVG8GKWP5099
  • Return Policy: roboshine Return Policy
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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.

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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