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Feature
Processor
The motherboard uses an LGA1155 type of socket that carries the following
features:
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Accommodates latest new Sandy Bridge high-end desktop proces-
sors
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DMI 20 Gb/s
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Supports "Hyper-Threading" technology CPU
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Integrated DirectX 10.1 graphics processor
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Supports Intel
"Hyper-Threading" technology enables the operating system into thinking
it's hooked up to two processors, allowing two threads to be run in parallel,
both on separate "logical" processors within the same physical processor.
Chipset
The Intel
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Supports two PCI Express x1 Gen2 slots
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Integrated four SATA 3.0 Gb/s Host Controllers
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Eight USB 2.0 ports supported
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Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) support
Extra Chips
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ITE IT8893 PCI Bridge supports two PCI slots expansion
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Asmedia (1061) Storage Controller supports two SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports
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Asmedia (1042) USB Controller supports two USB 3.0 ports
Memory
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Supports DDR3 1333/1066 SDRAM with Dual-channel architecture
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Accommodates two unbuffered DIMMs
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Up to 8 GB per DIMM with maximum memory size up to 16 GB
Audio
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5.1+2 Channel High Definition Audio Codec
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Meets Microsoft WLP3.x (Windows Logo Program) audio
requirements
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All DACs supports 44.1k/48k/96k/192kHz sample rate
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Software selectable 2.5V/3.2V/4.0V VREFOUT
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Direct Sound 3D. compatible
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Power Support: Digital: 3.3V; Analog: 5.0V
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HD Graphics
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H61 Chipset is a single-chip with proven reliability and performance.
Introducing the Motherboard