GIGABYTE GA-X79-UD5 LGA 2011 Intel X79 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 E-ATX Motoard

• About this item.
• CPU: Support for an Intel Core i7 series processor in the LGA2011 package. Chipset: Intel X79 Chipset..
• Memory: 8 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 24 GB of system memory. 4 channel memory architecture. Support for DDR3 2400/1866/1600 MHz memory modules.
• Audio: Realtek ALC898 codec. High Definition Audio. 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel. Support for Dolby Home Theater. Support for S/PDIF In/Out. LAN: Intel 82579V. 2 x 1394.
• Expansion Slots: 3 x PCI Express x16 slots (x16 x16 X8). 2 x PCI Express x1 slots, 1 x PCI slots. Support for 3-Way/2-Way SLI, 3-Way/2-Way CrossFireX technology..
• Storage Interface: 6 x SATA 6Gb/s. 4 x SATA 3Gb/s. 2 x eSATA 3Gb/s; Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10..
• 4 x USB 3.0, 14 x USB 2.0.

GIGABYTE X79 Series motoards are based on the latest X79 Express Chipset, supporting the new LGA 2011 Intel core i7 processors. It is the first to take advantage of the exclusive GIGABYTE 3D power, an all new hardware and software-based Digtal Power Engine for both CPU and Memory that bring DIY builders to a new level of performance-oriented computing. From the Manufacturer --------------------- GIGABYTE X79 series motoards are designed to unite unrivalled desktop PC performance with a new level of flexibility and hardware control. Based on the latest Intel1® X79 Express Chipset, supporting the new LGA 2011 Intel1® CoreTM i7 processors, GIGABYTE X79 series motoards bring DIY builders to a new area of performance-oriented computing. Key Feature ----------- X79-UD5.jpg * High Performance Intel LGA 2011® CoreTM i7 processors * 4 Channel Memory Architecture * PCI Express Gen. 3 Support * All New Digital Power Control for the CPU and Memory * UEFI DualBIOSTM Technology * GIGABYTE Bluetooth 4.0 and WiFi Card for faster data transfers * 12 phase overclockable VRM design featuring POScap and PowerPAK MOSFET design * 333 Onboard Acceleration features USB 3.0, SATA 3.0 and an unprecedented 3x USB power boost * Unique On/Off charge technology * GIGABYTE Ultra DurableTM 3 technology * Dolby Home Theater® support * High quality 110dB SNR HD audio Overview -------- GIGABYTE 3D Power (patent pending) ---------------------------------- 3D-Power.jpg GIGABYTE X79 series motoards are the first to take advantage of the exclusive GIGABYTE 3D Power, an all new hardware and software-based Digital Power Engine for both the PWM and Memory that delivers unprecedented power delivery control. All New Digital Power Control for the CPU and Memory Utilizing a brand new Digital PWM controller, GIGABYTE's 3D Power features precise Auto Voltage Compensation to deliver a steady flow of power to the CPU and memory no matter the loading. This all new, all digital power system provides enthusiast users with exceptional control over the overclocking potential of their GIGABYTE X79 motoard. GIGABYTE is the first in the industry to utilize digital memory controllers for not only the Memory, but VTT and VSA, for real-time monitoring and adjusting. Digital memory control allows users to monitor and record DDR power and current in real-time while gaming, overclocking or at idle. Users can also set OVP (Over Voltage Protection) to safeguard your memory, adjust memory Load-line Calibration to fix memory vdrooping for a quicker response time and adjust memory PWM frequency on-the-fly. GIGABYTE 3D Power(patent pending) Utility ----------------------------------------- 3D-Power-Utility.jpg Users can now enjoy a fully interactive 3D utility that facilitates adjustment of the 3 dimensions that control the power delivery to your CPU and Memory: Voltage, Phase and Frequency. These parameters are crucial to how the digital PWM supplies power to critical areas of the motoard and can help users quickly obtain the highest, most stable overclock. 3D Power: Voltage Control Voltage parameters can be modified within 3D Power, including load line calibration the of CPU. By adjusting load line calibration, Vdrooping can be avoided, maintaining optimal voltages levels despite increasing current levels. OVP (over voltage protection) can also be adjusted to change default protection range of the CPU, memory controller, VTT and system memory. 3D Power: Phase Control Users can calibrate OCP (Over Current Protection) for the CPU, integrated memory controller and system memory power levels. This allows the Phase control to deliver even more power to the system when needed. 3D Power: Frequency Control GIGABYTE's digital PWM allows for adjustable frequency control via the International Rectifier (IR3567) PWM controller. 3D Power frequency control allows users to change the PWM controller frequency so that the CPU VRM can adjust power delivery speeds more quickly. Users can also adjust the PWM spectrum or maximum and minimum overall frequencies GIGABYTE 3D BIOS(patent pending) -------------------------------- 3D-BIOS.jpg The revolutionary GIGABYTE 3D BIOS application is based on our new GIGABYTE UEFI DualBIOSTM technology and is available to consumers in two new exclusive modes of interaction never before seen in a BIOS environment. GIGABYTE has re-drawn the traditional BIOS experience providing mainstream and enthusiast users with a choice of unique and powerful graphical interfaces. UEFI DualBIOSTM Technology At the heart of this exciting 3D BIOS technology is a pair of 8MB physical BIOS ROMs containing GIGABYTE's exclusive in-house designed UEFI BIOS technology. With a superior graphical interface capable of 32-bit color imaging and fluid user-friendly mouse navigation, UEFI DualBIOSTM makes BIOS configuration a new and exciting experience for novice and experienced users alike. UEFI BIOS also brings native support for large hard drives on 64-bit operating systems. 3D Mode Designed to provide an extremely streamlined and user-friendly BIOS environment, GIGABYTE's exclusive 3D mode offers a fully interactive and illustrative GUI that allows users to easily and intuitively make key adjustments to the UEFI BIOS settings for optimum performance. 3D Mode allows novice or casual users to more clearly understand the areas of the motoard that are being affected through the BIOS settings, gaining a clearer understanding of the BIOS functionality. Advanced Mode Advanced mode provides a more comprehensive UEFI BIOS environment that is designed specifically for overclockers and power users who want maximum control over their PC's hardware. GIGABTYE's signature M.I.T. tuning technology can be found alongside fully configurable parameters for GIGABTE's all new digital 3D Power engine. In short, advanced mode combines the signature GIGABYTE BIOS expertise you’ve come to expect, wrapped a slick, new and optimized graphical UEFI interface. GIGABYTE Bluetooth 4.0 and WiFi Card ------------------------------------ Bluetooth40wifi.jpg With 2 kinds data transfer mode, GIGABYTE Bluetooth 4.0 and WiFi Card providing spec 300 Mbps transfer rates, 802.11n supports the latest WiFi specifications for better signal coverage, and featuring the newest Bluetooth 4.0, you will not suffer from signal loss like before. 4 Channel Memory Architecture / PCI Express Gen. 3 Support ---------------------------------------------------------- 4cannnelGEN3.jpg 4 Channel Memory Architectur The latest Intel® 2nd Gen CoreTM i7 processors feature a new integrated memory controller that supports four channel DDR3 memory for the first time. Offering unrivalled memory performance with incredible potential data bandwidth, GIGABYTE X79 series motoards give you the ultimate performance for today's memory-intensive applications. Furthermore, the GIGABYTE X79-UD5 supports up to eight DIMMs via eight memory slots for maximum capacity memory configurations. PCI Express Gen. 3 Suppor The GIGABYTE motoard is fully configured to provide gamers with the latest Gen.3 PCI Express technology, delivering maximum data bandwidth for forthcoming discrete graphics cards. * PCIe Gen. 3 is dependent on CPU and expansion card compatibility. 3-way CrossFireXTM and 3-way SLITM Support ------------------------------------------ 3-way-SLI-3-way-card.jpg The GIGABYTE X79-UD5 is equipped to help extreme gamers see the enemy from distance, regardless of how bloody the battlefield, offering the utmost graphics flexibility and upgradeability with multiple GPU support, that includes three PCI Express slots for both AMD CrossFireTM X and Nvidia SLITM technologies in 3-way discrete card configurations. The GIGABYTE X79-UD5 motoard delivers maximum FPS, allowing gamers to see more clearly, faster, and move more quickly.