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General| Non-ECC | Yes |
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| Internal memory | 32 GB |
| Memory channels | Dual-channel |
| Memory slots type | DIMM |
| Supported memory types | DDR3-SDRAM |
| Supported memory clock speeds | 1066, 1333, 1600, 1866, 2000, 2133, 2200, 2400, 2600, 2666, 2800, 3000 MHz |
| Processor socket | LGA 1150 (Socket H3) |
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Compatible processor series | Intel Celeron, Intel Pentium |
| USB 2.0 connectors | 3 |
| Number of SATA III connectors | 6 |
| Number of Parallel ATA connectors | - |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors | 1 |
| RAID levels | 1, 5, 10 |
| Supported storage drive interfaces | SATA, SATA II, SATA III |
| 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. |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 4 |
| LAN controller | Realtek 8111G |
| Ethernet interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Audio chip | Realtek ALC892 |
| Component for | PC |
| Power source type | ATX |
| Motherboard chipset | IntelĀ® Z97 |
| Audio output channels | 7.1 channels |
| Motherboard form factor | micro ATX |
| BIOS type | AMI |
| ACPI version | 5.0 |
| BIOS memory size | 128 Mbit |
Weight and Dimensions| Width | 244 mm |
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Information on how to get help and contact support resources.
Important guidelines for safe handling and operation of the motherboard.
Lists the items included in the motherboard package.
Essential safety measures and guidelines for assembling the computer.
Detailed technical specifications of the motherboard components and features.
Information about the CPU socket and installation.
Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU and its heatsink.
Information about the memory slots and installation.
Instructions for correctly mounting the motherboard in the computer case.
Guidance on connecting the ATX power supply to the motherboard.
Description of the PCIe slots for expansion cards.
Information on installing graphics cards into expansion slots.
Step-by-step process for installing motherboard drivers and utilities.
Introduction to the quick installation chapter and its diagrams.
Visual guide for installing the CPU onto the motherboard.
Visual guide for installing RAM modules into the DIMM slots.
Visual guide for placing and securing the motherboard in the PC case.
Visual guide for connecting power supply cables to the motherboard.
Visual guide for connecting SATA hard disk drives.
Visual guide for installing an M.2 storage module.
Guide for connecting front panel audio and system panel connectors.
Guide for connecting USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 peripheral connectors.
Visual guide for installing a graphics card into a PCIe slot.
Introduction to the UEFI BIOS interface and its functions.
Instructions on how to access the BIOS setup utility.
Methods to enter the BIOS setup, including key presses and utility usage.
Description of the BIOS interface layout and main menu options.
Instructions for downloading and preparing the BIOS update file.
Step-by-step guide to update the BIOS using the M-FLASH utility.
Menu for configuring system parameters and boot devices.
Section for advanced system configuration and performance tuning options.
Settings for configuring the system's boot sequence and devices.
Options for setting administrator and user passwords for system security.
Settings related to CPU clock speed, ratio, and voltage.
Settings for memory frequency, timings, and profiles.
Introduction to the Realtek audio solution and its capabilities.
Step-by-step guide to create a new RAID volume.
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