Description

• PCIe 2.0

  This motherboard supports the PCIe 2.0 devices for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance.

• Intel P55

  The Intel P55 Express Chipset is the one-chipset design to support 1156 socket Intel Core i7/Core i5 processors. Intel P55 providing improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability.

• Dual-channel DDR3 2200(O.C.)/1600/1333/1066 support

  The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of 2200(O.C.)/1600 /1333/1066 MHz to meet the higher bandwidth requirements of the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications.

• True SATA 6Gbps support

  Supporting next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface with onboard Marvell controller, this motherboard delivers up to 6.0Gbps data transfer rates.

• IO level up

  Turn on IO level up to boost the USB 3.0 or SATA 6Gbps data transfer rate to up to 500Mbps! Users can flexibly switch between full-speed PCIe x16 mode for their graphics cards and IO level up for rapid data throughput.

• True USB 3.0 support

  Experience ultra-fast data transfers at 4.8Gbps with USB 3.0 - the latest connectivity standard. Built to connect easily with next-generation components and peripherals, USB 3.0 transfers data 10x faster and is also backward compatible with USB 2.0 components.

• Easy, real-time O.C. tunings

  Feel the adrenaline rush of real-time O.C. - now a reality with the ASUS TurboV. This easy O.C. tool allows you to overclock without exiting or rebooting the OS; and its user-friendly interface makes overclock with just a few clicks away.

• Auto system level up

  Achieve extreme yet stable overclocking results automatically with auto tuning! With built-in stability testing, auto tuning lets even beginners improve performance with no additional cost.

• System level energy saving

  The ASUS EPU - the world's first power saving engine, has been upgraded to a six engine version, which provides total system power savings by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power in real-time.

• Fan Xpert

  ASUS Fan Xpert intelligently allows users to adjust both the CPU and chassis fan speed according to different ambient temperature, which is caused by different climate conditions in different geographic regions and system loading.

• ASUS Q-Design

  ASUS Q-Design enhances your DIY experience. All of Q-LED and Q-DIMM design speed up and simplify the DIY process!

• EZ-Flash 2

  EZ Flash 2 is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply launch this tool and update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS. You can update your BIOS only in a few clicks without preparing an additional floppy diskette or using an OS-based flash utility.

• Q-shield

  The specially designed ASUS Q-shield does without the usual "fingers" - making it convenient and easy to install. With better electric conductivity, it ideally protects your motherboard against static electricity and shields it against Electronic Magnetic Interference (EMI).

• O.C. Profile

  The motherboard features the ASUS O.C. Profile that allows users to conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings. The BIOS settings can be stored in the CMOS or a separate file, giving users freedom to share and distribute their favorite overclocking settings.

• Eliminate background noise while recording

  This feature detects repetitive and stationary noises like computer fans, air conditioners, and other background noises then eliminates it in the incoming audio stream while recording.

• RoHS

  The motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union's Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS).

Specifications