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Number of memory slots | 4 |
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Maximum internal memory | 16 GB |
Processor socket | Socket AM2 |
Processor manufacturer | AMD |
Processor system buses supported | 2000 MHz |
USB 2.0 connectors | 3 |
S/PDIF out connector | Yes |
Number of SATA connectors | 6 |
Special features | - Download Center - Q-Flash - EasyTune (Note 3) - Xpress Install - Xpress Recovery2 - Xpress BIOS Rescue |
USB 2.0 ports quantity | USB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them. |
Parallel ports quantity | 1 |
Audio output channels | 5.1 channels |
Motherboard form factor | ATX |
Precautions and guidelines for preparing your computer before installing hardware.
Provides a comprehensive list of the motherboard's specifications and supported features.
Step-by-step guide on installing the CPU and its cooler, including heat paste application.
Instructions for installing memory modules and configuring dual-channel mode.
Guides for installing expansion cards and setting up NVIDIA SLI configurations.
Identifies rear panel ports and explains internal motherboard connectors.
Explains the BIOS setup utility, its functions, and navigation keys.
Configuration options for basic system settings like date, time, and IDE devices.
Settings for advanced system configurations, boot order, and security.
Configuration options for onboard peripherals like SATA, LAN, and Audio.
Settings to manage power consumption and wake-up events for the system.
Configuration for PnP/PCI assignments and monitoring system health status.
Advanced settings for CPU and memory frequency, voltage, and clock ratios.
Options to load defaults and set supervisor/user passwords for security.
Procedures for saving changes or exiting the BIOS setup utility.
Guide to installing essential chipset drivers using the included utility.
Lists and describes optional software applications provided on the driver CD.
Details the contents of the driver CD, including software and driver directories.
Lists detected hardware components and their associated driver information.
Provides contact information for Gigabyte support and branch offices worldwide.
Introduces special software utilities developed by Gigabyte for system enhancement.
Overview of EasyTune 5, a utility for system performance enhancement and management.
Explains Xpress Recovery2, a tool for quick backup and restoration of hard disk data.
Instructions on how to update the motherboard's BIOS using Q-Flash or @BIOS utilities.
Steps to install, configure SATA modes, and set up RAID arrays.
Guides for setting up 2, 4, 6, and 8-channel audio configurations.
Interpretation of beep codes to diagnose potential hardware or system issues.
Provides contact information for Gigabyte support and branch offices worldwide.