Description

• Intel P55

  The Intel P55 Express chipset is the one-chipset design to support latest 1156 socket Intel Core i7/Core i5/Core i3 processors. Intel P55 providing improved performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing increased bandwidth and stability.

• Flexible multi-GPU solutions, your weapon of choice

  The motherboard features the most powerful Intel P55 platform to optimize PCIe allocation in multiple GPU configurations. Expect a gaming style you've never experienced before!

• Double speed, double bandwidth

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

• 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. The dual-channel DDR3 architecture enlarges the bandwidth of your system memory to boost system performance.

• True USB 3.0 support

  Experience ultra-fast data transfers at 4.8 Gb/s with USB 3.0 - the 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.

• True Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s support

  Supporting next-generation Serial ATA (SATA) storage interface, this motherboard delivers up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rates. Additionally, get enhanced scalability, faster data retrieval, double the bandwidth of current bus systems.

• 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.

• Leading active cooling technology

  The T.Probe microchip detects and balances power phase loads and temperatures real-time. With optimal power phase functions, components run cooler and extend system lifespan.

• 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. With auto phase switching for components, the EPU automatically provides the most appropriate power usage via intelligent acceleration and overclocking - helping save power and money.

• Active quiet and cool

  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. Built-in variety of useful profiles offer flexible controls of fan speed to achieve a quiet and cool environment.

• Enjoy high-end 8-channel sound system on your PC

  The onboard 8-channel HD audio CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz/24-bit audio output, jack-sensing feature, retasking functions and multi-streaming technology that simultaneously sends different audio streams to different destinations. This motherboard now adopts the future standard to deliver the most vivid audio enjoyment!

• DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC

  DTS Surround Sensation UltraPC delivers exceptional 5.1 surround experience through the most common PC audio setups - your existing stereo speakers or headphones. In addition to virtual surround, "Bass enhancement" provides stronger low frequency bass sound, and "Voice clarification" provides clear human dialog even with loud background sound. With these technologies, you may experience a better home-theater audio with ease.

• Easy and comfortable installations

  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).

• Make connection quick and accurate

  ASUS Q-connector allows you to connect or disconnect chassis front panel cables in one easy step with one complete module. This unique adapter eliminates the trouble of plugging in one cable at a time, making connection quick and accurate.

• Conveniently store or load multiple BIOS settings

  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.

• IEEE 1394a interface

  IEEE 1394a interface provides high speed digital interface for audio/video appliances such as digital television, digital video camcorders, storage peripherals and other PC portable devices.

• S/PDIF-out on back I/O port

  This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via coaxial and optical S/PDIF-out jacks. It allows to transfer digital audio without converting to analog format and keeps the best signal quality.

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