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General| Form Factor | Micro ATX |
|---|---|
| Socket Type | LGA 1150 |
| Chipset | Intel H87 |
| Max Memory Capacity | 32GB |
| Memory Standard | DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz |
| SATA 6Gb/s | 4 |
| SATA 3Gb/s | 2 |
| USB 3.0 | 4 |
| Integrated Graphics | Yes |
| Video Outputs | VGA, DVI-D, HDMI |
| USB 2.0 | 8 (4 on back panel, 4 via internal connector) |
| Expansion Slots | 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16, 2 x PCIe 2.0 x1 |
Details CPU compatibility for LGA 1150 socket processors.
Specifies the Intel H81/ H87/ B85 Express Chipset.
Information on DDR3 memory slots, capacity, and speed.
Lists available PCIe x16 and PCIe x1 expansion slots.
Details graphics outputs and maximum resolutions.
Covers SATA ports, speeds, and RAID support.
Details USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 port specifications.
Specifies the Realtek ALC887 Audio Codec.
Details the Realtek RTL8111G Gigabit LAN controller.
Lists all connectors present on the motherboard's rear panel.
Lists essential internal connectors like ATX power, USB, etc.
Details BIOS functionalities like UEFI AMI BIOS and ACPI support.
Specifies the motherboard's Micro-ATX form factor dimensions.
Compares PCIe x16 slot generation across different models.
Compares DVI-D and HDMI port availability and type.
Compares SATA port speeds (6Gb/s, 3Gb/s) for different models.
Compares RAID and Intel feature support across models.
Visual layout of back panel ports for different motherboard series.
Explains the meaning of Link/Activity and Speed LEDs on the LAN port.
Provides a link to a video demonstrating CPU and heatsink installation.
Crucial warnings about handling CPU socket contacts and CPU installation.
Important points on heatsink seal, socket protection, and separate cooler documentation.
Provides a link to a video demonstrating memory module installation.
Important notes on DDR3 compatibility and dual-channel mode installation.
Details how to connect ATX power supply cables to the motherboard.
Describes the functionality and pinout of the serial port connector.
Explains the high-speed SATA interface for connecting drives.
Important advice on SATA device power, mounting, and cable handling.
Details the connector for chassis intrusion detection.
Explains fan power connectors and Smart Fan Control capabilities.
Key advice on CPU heatsink, fan control, and cable clearance.
Details front panel switches and LEDs connections.
Explains connecting USB peripherals via internal headers.
Important notes on connector orientation and pin connections.
Details connecting the front panel audio jacks.
Explains the connection for a Trusted Platform Module.
Instructions for clearing CMOS settings using the jumper.
Details jumpers for enabling/disabling USB wakeup functionality.
Important precautions for clearing CMOS and enabling USB power features.
Details the PCIe slots and their compatibility with expansion cards.
Critical safety warning for adding or removing expansion cards.
When to run BIOS setup and importance of default settings.
Step-by-step instructions to access the BIOS setup utility.
Identifies key components like temperature monitor, model name, and menu selections.
Introduces the overclocking menu and provides warnings about manual overclocking.
Options for CPU ratio mode, adjustment, and frequency display.
Settings for EIST, Intel Turbo Boost, and Enhanced Turbo functions.
Options for adjusting and viewing the CPU ring ratio and frequency.
Options for adjusting and viewing the integrated graphics ratio and frequency.
Setting for the DRAM frequency, with overclocking disclaimer.
Shows the adjusted DRAM frequency value.
Options to set memory timing modes (Auto, Link, UnLink).
Sub-menu for detailed memory timing adjustments.
Settings for memory initiation and DRAM voltage control.
Reduces EMI but can affect stability; advice provided.
Enables or disables Hyper-Threading for improved transaction rates.
Allows selection of the number of active processor cores.
Settings for CPUID value and security feature for malicious code prevention.
Enables running multiple operating systems in partitions.
Options to enable/disable hardware prefetchers for performance tuning.
Enables or disables CPU AES instructions for encryption acceleration.
Protects CPU from overheating by throttling clock speed.
Configures CPU power states for idle systems to reduce consumption.
Settings for power saving in halt state and selecting C-state limits.
Enhances SSD performance with Intel Lake Tiny feature.
Sets the long duration TDP power limit for CPU in Turbo Boost mode.
Sets the short duration TDP power limit for CPU in Turbo Boost mode.
Sets the maximum current limit for the CPU package in Turbo Boost.
Allows setting CPU ratios for different numbers of active cores in Turbo Boost.
