Motherboard type | ATX |
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Processor socket | LGA 2011-v3 |
Audio codec | Realtek ALC1150 |
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Audio output channels | 7.1 |
Compatible processor series | Intel Core i7 |
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Maximum number of processors | 1 |
Supported storage drive interfaces |
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RAID levels |
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CPU fan connector | yes |
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ATX Power connector (24-pin) | Y |
TPM connector | yes |
Number of SATA III connectors | 10 |
Ethernet LAN (Network) | yes |
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LAN controller | Intel I218V |
Ethernet interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
Supported memory bus clock |
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RAM technology | DDR4 |
Memory slots type | DIMM |
Maximum RAM size | 128 GB |
Number of memory slots | 8 |
Memory channels | Quad |
Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) | yes |
DirectX version | 12.0 |
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Parallel processing technology support |
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BIOS type | UEFI |
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BIOS features |
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Number of M.2 (M) slots | 1 |
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S/PDIF out port | yes |
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Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
PS/2 ports quantity | 1 |
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 4 |
Width | 12.01 in |
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Depth | 9.61 in |
Introduction and Technical Specifications
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