Performance
| Motherboard form factor |
ATX |
| Audio system |
VIA VT1708S |
BIOS
| BIOS memory size |
8 MB |
| BIOS type |
AMI |
Other features
| Manageability features |
WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, WOR by PME, PXE |
Internal I/O
| USB 2.0 connectors |
3 |
| S/PDIF out connector |
Y |
| Number of SATA connectors |
6 |
| Number of Parallel ATA connectors |
1 |
| ATX Power connector (24-pin) |
Y |
| Power fan connector |
Y |
| Floppy disk drive connector |
Y |
| CD/AUX audio in |
Y |
| CPU fan connector |
Y |
| Number of COM connectors |
1 |
| Chassis intrusion connector |
Y |
| Number of chassis fan connectors |
1 |
| Number of EATX power connectors |
1 |
| Front panel audio connector |
Y |
Memory
| Non-ECC |
Y |
| Number of memory slots |
4 |
| Maximum internal memory |
16 GB |
Expansion slots
| PCI slots |
3 |
| PCI Express x16 slots |
1 |
| PCI Express x1 slots |
2 |
Back panel I/O ports
| PS/2 ports quantity |
2 |
| Headphone outputs |
1 |
| S/PDIF out port |
Y |
| Microphone in |
Y |
Networking
| Networking features |
Gigabit LAN |
Additionally
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports quantity |
1 |
P5QL - Intel® Socket 775 Core™2 Quad/Core™2 Extreme/Core™2 Duo/Pentium® D/ Celeron® dual-core / Celeron, Intel® P43 / ICH10, 1600/1333/1066/800/533 MHz FSB, 4 x DIMM, Max. 16 GB, DDR 1066/800/667 Non-ECC, 1 x PCIe x16, 2 x PCIe x1, 3 x PCI, Gigabit LAN, ATX
LGA775 Intel® Core™2 Processor Ready
This motherboard supports the latest Intel® Core™2 processors in LGA775 package. It also can support Intel® next generation 45nm Multi-Core CPU. With new Intel® Core™ microarchitecture technology and 1600 / 1333 / 1066 / 800 MHz FSB, Intel® Core™2 processor is one of the most powerful and energy efficient CPU in the world.
PCIe 2.0
Double Speed; Double Bandwidth & Triple Performance
This motherboard supports the latest PCIe 2.0 devices for double speed and bandwidth which enhances system performance.
AI Nap
Minimize noise and power consumption when temporarily away!
With AI Nap, users can instantly snooze your PC without terminating the tasks. System will continue operating at minimum power and noise when user is temporarily away. It keeps downloading files or running applications in quietest state while you´re sleeping. Simply click keyboard or mouse, you can swiftly wake up the system in few seconds.
ASUS Express Gate
Surf the Internet in 5-second-boot time without entering Windows
With a fast bootup speed of only 5 seconds, the ASUS Express Gate offers an optional Linux OS bootup that allows you to enjoy instant access to commonly used functions like accessing the Internet, VoIP, and Web emailing without entering the OS.
Japan-made 5000hrs VRM Solid Capacitors
This motherboard uses Japan-made 5000hrs VRM high-quality conductive polymer capacitors onboard for durability, improved lifespan, and enhanced thermal capacity.
CrashFree BIOS 3
Simply restore corrupted BIOS data from USB flash disk
The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 allows users to restore corrupted BIOS data from a USB flash disk containing the BIOS file. This utility saves users the cost and hassle of buying a replacement BIOS chip.
EZ Flash2
Simply update BIOS from a USB flash disk before entering the OS
EZ Flash is a user-friendly BIOS update utility. Simply press the pre-defined hotkey to launch this tool and update BIOS from a floppy disk before entering the OS.
Noise Filter
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.
MyLogo2
Personalize your system with customizable boot logo
You can convert your favorite photo into a 256-color boot logo for a more colorful and vivid image on your screen.
S/PDIF-out on Back I/O Port
This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via coaxial S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) jacks. It allows to transfer digital audio without converting to analog format and keeps the best signal quality.
GreenASUS
The motherboard and its packaging comply with the European Union´s Restriction on the use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This is in line with the ASUS vision of creating environment-friendly and recyclable products and packaging to safeguard consumers´ health while minimizing the impact on the environment.
