Gigabyte GA-X58-USB3 Intel X58 Express 6x Sata 3Gb's (Socket 1366) DDR3 ATX Motherboard

GIGABYTE's entire line of X58-based motherboards are ready to support the new generation of Intel 32nm 6-core processors, delivering the very best platform for multitasking, multimedia and high performance gaming.

The GA-The GA-X58-USB3 was designed specifically to take advantage of the raw power of the next generation Intel® Core™ i7 processors and the Intel® X58 Express chipset, whose new evolution in computing architecture is able to deliver an amazing performance break through from past processor generations. Replacing the Front Side Bus is the new Quick Path Interconnect, or QPI, whose 25.6 GB/sec transfer rates (double the bandwidth of the 1600MHz FSB) eliminates the communication bottleneck between the processor and chipset.

Key Features
Supports new generation Intel 32nm 6-core processors
Ultra Durable 3 Technology with copper cooled quality for lower working temperature
Supports newest NEC SuperSpeed USB 3.0 with superfast transfer rates of up to 5 Gbps
3X USB power delivery for greater compatibility and extra power for USB devices
Supports the newest Intel Core i 7 processors in socket LGA1366 with QPI 6.4 GT/s
Revolution energy saving design with DES 2 featuring hardware based Dynamic 6-Gear switching
Supports 3 channel DDR3 2100+ memory
Scalable ability to both multi-way CrossFireX and SLI support for ultimate graphics performance
Unique hardware control IC to provide more precision voltage control
100% 50,000 hour lifespan Japanese solid capacitors design
Patented DualBIOS with dual hardware BIOS protection
Supports Dolby Home Theater audio to create a stunning surround sound listening experience
Blu-ray playback outputs supported by high quality 108dB SNR ALC889 HD audio
Compatible with Window 7 to deliver the best operation experience
Meet European Union ErP(Energy-related Products) requirement

Technical Specifications
Manufacturer:  Gigabyte
Form Factor:  ATX
CPU Socket:  1366
QPI Speed:  6.4 GT/s
FSB/HT Speed:  N/A
Chipset:  Intel X58 Express
Memory Type:  DDR3
Memory Channel:  Triple
Memory Type (ECC):  Non-ECC
Memory Type (R/U):  Unbuffered
Memory Speed (Mhz):  DDR3 - 1066, 1333, 2200, 800
Memory Capacity:  24GB
On Board Graphics:  No
Graphics Interface:  PCI-E 2.0 (x16)
SLI:  No
Hybrid SLI:  No
Hybrid Crossfire:  No
Crossfire:  Yes
HDCP:  No
Expansion Slots:  1 x PCI (32 bit)
  2 x PCI-E 2.0 x16
  3 x PCI-E x1
  1 x PCI-E x16 (x4 bandwidth)
SATA:  SATA 3Gb/s
RAID:  SATA RAID
SCSI:  No
MODT:  No
Back Panel:  1 x 10/100/1000 (LAN)
  1 x Line In
  4 x Line Out
  1 x Mic In
  1 x PS/2 Keyboard
  1 x PS/2 Mouse
  1 x SPDIF Out (Coaxial)
  6 x USB 2.0
  2 x USB 3.0
Internal I/O:  1 x 24pin (V)
  1 x 8pin (V)
  1 x CD-In
  1 x Clear CMOS Jumper
  1 x FP Audio Header
  6 x SATA 3Gb/s
  1 x SPDIF-In Header
  1 x SPDIF-Out Header
  3 x USB 2.0 Header


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