GIGABYTE Ultra Durable™ 4 Classic Humidity Protection Humidity can play havoc on a motherboard's circuitry.GIGABYTE's new Glass Fabric PCB design helps protect against electrical shorts due to humidity by reducing the gaps in spacing between PCB filaments. Electrostatic Protection GIGABYTE Ultra Durable 4 Classic motherboards feature High Resistance ICs which help protect the motherboard against electrostatic discharge. Power Failure Protection Permanent damage from power surge or failure during BIOS update, can be avoided with GIGABYTE Daul BIOS, which automatically enables a secondary, back up BIOS. GIGABYTE also uses Anti-Surge ICs to protect the motherboard against power surges. High Temperature Protection GIGABYTE uses All Solid Caps (Capacitors) & Low RDS (on) MOSFETs which are rated to work at higher temperatures, providing up to 50, 000 hour component lifespan. Support Intel 22nm processors & PCI Express Gen.3 GIGABYTE Ultra Durable™ 4 Classic motherboards support next generation Intel 22nm processors. Support for PCI Express Gen.3 Approx. double the potential data bandwidth The GIGABYTE motherboard is one of the first to provide gamers with the latest Gen.3 PCI Express technology, delivering maximum data bandwidth for the latest discrete graphics cards GIGABYTE Touch BIOS™ (Patent Pending) An Innovative New Way to Modify BIOS Settings Navigating through the BIOS to change system settings can be a daunting task for users not familiar with control F"functions & mouse-less navigation. While some EFI BIOS try to address this with a mouse friendly environment, many implementations still lack a certain ease-of-use necessary for most people. With GIGABYTE Touch BIOS™, GIGABYTE engineers have completely re-imagined how users can interact with their BIOS, allowing for a more intuitive user experience. In fact, with a touch screen monitor, GIGABYTE Touch BIOS™ is as easy to use as most apps on your iPhone. New 100% Hardware VRD 12 Compliant CPU Power Design GIGABYTE 6 series motherboards incorporate an Intel approved Intersil PWM controller that is VRD 12 (Voltage Regulator Down) compliant. This means that it offers new features that include Serial VID (SVID) which transfers power management information between the processor & voltage regulator controller, allowing more robust & efficient signaling control between the CPU & PWM controller
- hence, delivering a more energy efficient platform. Intel HD Graphics Core 2000/3000 Enhanced Visual Features Intel Quick Sync Video Intel Quick Sync Video provides breakthrough media processing for incredibly fast editing & sharing. Intel In Tru™ 3D 2nd Generation Intel Core™ Processors offer an outstanding Blu-Ray Stereo 3D experience in full high definition resolution (1080p) with HDMI 1.4. Intel Advanced Vector Extensions (AVX) Increases the performance of Accelerated Floating Point & Vector Computing Intensive Applications with minimal power gains. Dual BIOS™ 3TB+ HDD Support (Hybrid EFI Technology) Hybrid EFI Technology combines the benefits of GIGABYTE's mature BIOS platform including stability & compatibility with 3rd party products with 3TB+ HDD support from EFI technology, allowing GIGABYTE to offer the best of both worlds through a quick & easy BIOS update using GIGABYTE's @BIOS utility that is freely available from the GIGABYTE website. GIGABYTE Dual BIOS™ is a patented technology that automatically recovers BIOS data when the main BIOS has crashed or failed. Featuring 2 physical BIOS ROMs integrated onboard, GIGABYTE Dual BIOS™ allows quick & seamless recovery from BIOS damage or failure due to viruses or improper BIOS updating. In addition, GIGABYTE Dual BIOS™ now supports 3TB+ (terabyte) hard drive booting without the need for partitioning, & enables more data storage on a single hard drive. Auto Green- Greening your PC via Bluetooth cellphone Auto Green technology can automatically save power by simply putting your PC in a state of sleep when your Bluetooth cell phone is out of range of your computer. Er P Lot 6 support The Er P (also known as Energy-Related Products Directive) is part of the European Union's environmental regulations policy. It is based on concern for the environmental as the proliferation of electronic devices continues, & how to improve energy efficiency for a better & greener life. GIGABYTE supports Er P & produces motherboards that help you effectively improve system efficiency.
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Humidity Protection Humidity can play havoc on a motherboard's circuitry.GIGABYTE's new Glass Fabric PCB design helps protect against electrical shorts due to humidity by reducing the gaps in spacing between PCB filaments. Electrostatic Protection GIGABYTE motherboards feature High Resistance ICs which help protect the motherboard against electrostatic discharge. Power Failure Protection GIGABYTE also uses Anti-Surge ICs to protect the motherboard against power surges. Support Intel 22nm processors GIGABYTE motherboards support Intel 22nm processors. Designed for PCI Express Gen.3 Support The GIGABYTE motherboard is fully configured to provide gamers with the latest Gen.3 PCI Express technology, delivering maximum data bandwidth for forthcoming discrete graphics cards. Intel HD Graphics Core 2000/3000 Enhanced Visual Features Intel Quick Sync Video Intel Quick Sync Video provides breakthrough media processing for incredibly fast editing & sharing. Intel In Tru™ 3D 2nd Generation Intel Core™ Processors offer an outstanding Blu-Ray Stereo 3D experience in full high definition resolution (1080p) with HDMI 1.4. Intel Advanced Vector Extensions (AVX) Increases the performance of Accelerated Floating Point & Vector Computing Intensive Applications with minimal power gains. On/ Off Charge Technology GIGABYTE On/ Off Charge technology means that you can charge your iPhone, iPad & iPod Touch regardless of whether your PC is on, in standby mode or even off. A derivative of GIGABYTE's highly acclaimed 3x USB (Universal Serial Bus) Power feature, On/ Off Charge enables devices to draw more current from GIGABYTE motherboard USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports than standard USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports allow, so that charging from your PC can be as fast as with a charger Er P Lot 6 support The Er P (also known as Energy-Related Products Directive) is part of the European Union's environmental regulations policy. It is based on concern for the environmental as the proliferation of electronic devices continues, & how to improve energy efficiency for a better & greener life. GIGABYTE supports Er P & produces motherboards that help you effectively improve system efficiency. ...

GIGABYTE Ultra Durable™ 4 Classic Humidity Protection Humidity can play havoc on a motherboard's circuitry.GIGABYTE's new Glass Fabric PCB design helps protect against electrical shorts due to humidity by reducing the gaps in spacing between PCB filaments. Electrostatic Protection GIGABYTE Ultra Durable 4 Classic motherboards feature High Resistance ICs which help protect the motherboard against electrostatic discharge. Power Failure Protection Permanent damage from power surge or failure during BIOS update, can be avoided with GIGABYTE Daul BIOS, which automatically enables a secondary, back up BIOS. GIGABYTE also uses Anti-Surge ICs to protect the motherboard against power surges. High Temperature Protection GIGABYTE uses All Solid Caps (Capacitors) & Low RDS (on) MOSFETs which are rated to work at higher temperatures, providing up to 50, 000* hour component lifespan. Support Intel 22nm processors & PCI Express Gen.3 GIGABYTE Ultra Durable™ 4 Classic motherboards support next generation Intel 22nm processors. Support for PCI Express Gen.3 The GIGABYTE motherboard 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 & expansion card compatibility. GIGABYTE Touch BIOS™ (Patent Pending) An Innovative New Way to Modify BIOS Settings Navigating through the BIOS to change system settings can be a daunting task for users not familiar with control F"functions & mouse-less navigation. While some EFI BIOS try to address this with a mouse friendly environment, many implementations still lack a certain ease-of-use necessary for most people. With GIGABYTE Touch BIOS™, GIGABYTE engineers have completely re-imagined how users can interact with their BIOS, allowing for a more intuitive user experience. In fact, with a touch screen monitor, GIGABYTE Touch BIOS™ is as easy to use as most apps on your iPhone. New 100% Hardware VRD 12 Compliant CPU Power Design GIGABYTE 6 series motherboards incorporate an Intel approved Intersil PWM controller that is VRD 12 (Voltage Regulator Down) compliant. This means that it offers new features that include Serial VID (SVID) which transfers power management information between the processor & voltage regulator controller, allowing more robust & efficient signaling control between the CPU & PWM controller
- hence, delivering a more energy efficient platform. Intel HD Graphics Core 2000/3000 Enhanced Visual Features Intel Quick Sync Video Intel Quick Sync Video provides breakthrough media processing for incredibly fast editing & sharing. Intel In Tru™ 3D 2nd Generation Intel Core™ Processors offer an outstanding Blu-Ray Stereo 3D experience in full high definition resolution (1080p) with HDMI 1.4. Intel Advanced Vector Extensions (AVX) Increases the performance of Accelerated Floating Point & Vector Computing Intensive Applications with minimal power gains. On/ Off Charge Technology GIGABYTE On/ Off Charge technology means that you can charge your iPhone, iPad & iPod Touch regardless of whether your PC is on, in standby mode or even off. A derivative of GIGABYTE's highly acclaimed 3x USB (Universal Serial Bus) Power feature, On/ Off Charge enables devices to draw more current from GIGABYTE motherboard USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports than standard USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports allow, so that charging from your PC can be as fast as with a charger. * Due to certain mobile phone limitations, users may need to connect the mobile phone to their PC before the PC enters S4/S5 mode to enable a quick charge from non On/ Off Charge USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports. Charging results may vary by model. * Whether to support 3X USB (Universal Serial Bus) power design, it may vary by models. Dual BIOS™ 3TB+ HDD Support (Hybrid EFI Technology) Hybrid EFI Technology combines the benefits of GIGABYTE's mature BIOS platform including stability & compatibility with 3rd party products with 3TB+ HDD support from EFI technology, allowing GIGABYTE to offer the best of both worlds through a quick & easy BIOS update using GIGABYTE's @BIOS utility that is freely available from the GIGABYTE website. GIGABYTE Dual BIOS™ is a patented technology that automatically recovers BIOS data when the main BIOS has crashed or failed. Featuring 2 physical BIOS ROMs integrated onboard, GIGABYTE Dual BIOS™ allows quick & seamless recovery from BIOS damage or failure due to viruses or improper BIOS updating. In addition, GIGABYTE Dual BIOS™ now supports 3TB+ (terabyte) hard drive booting without the need for partitioning, & enables more data storage on a single hard drive. DVI Support DVI (Digital Visual Interface) is a video interface standard designed for carrying uncompressed digital video data & to maximize the visual quality of digital display devices, such as LCD monitors, digital projectors, & so on. In addition, the DVI interface is compatible with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection). Auto Green- Greening your PC via Bluetooth cellphone Auto Green technology can automatically save power by simply putting your PC in a state of sleep when your Bluetooth cell phone is out of range of your computer. Note: GIGABYTE motherboards do not include a Bluetooth receiver; the addition of a 3rd party Bluetooth receiver is required. Er P Lot 6 support The Er P (also known as Energy-Related Products Directive) is part of the European Union's environmental regulations policy. It is based on concern for the environmental as the proliferation of electronic devices continues, & how to improve energy efficiency for a better & greener life. GIGABYTE supports Er P & produces motherboards that help you effectively improve system efficiency.
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- All new design of Ultra Durable 4 classic.
- Supports 3rd Gen. Intel 22nm CPUs & 2nd Gen. Intel Core™ CPUs (LGA1155 socket).
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- All new design of Ultra Durable 4 classic.
- Supports 3rd Gen. Intel 22nm CPUs & 2nd Gen. Intel Core™ CPUs (LGA1155 socket).
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GIGABYTE Super 4™ GIGABYTE Super 4™ motherboards are the latest range of next-generation desktop motherboards based on the Intel H61 Express Chipset with support for 2nd generation ' Sandy Bridge' Intel Core™ CPUs. Not only delivering Intel's industry-leading performance & advanced integrated graphics capabilities, GIGABYTE Super 4™ motherboards are equipped with a comprehensive range of unique features that offer mainstream PC users the most compelling platform on the market today. Super Safe All GIGABYTE Super 4™ motherboards boast specific features that guard against system malfunction & ensure extended system longevity, including GIGABYTE Dual BIOS™ to ensure that you never experience system failure due to BIOS corruption. in addition, each USB (Universal Serial Bus) port has its own dedicated power fuse that prevents unwanted USB (Universal Serial Bus) port failure, helping to safe guard your important data during transfer. All Super 4™ motherboards also use Japanese made capacitors that guarantee system longevity with a minimum 50, 000 hrs lifespan.
- Dual BIOS™ 3TB+ HDD Support (Hybrid EFI Technology)
- One Fuse per USB (Universal Serial Bus) Port
- 50, 000 hr. Japanese Solid Capacitors Dual BIOS™ 3TB+ HDD Support (Hybrid EFI Technology) Hybrid EFI Technology combines the benefits of GIGABYTE's mature BIOS platform including stability & compatibility with 3rd party products with 3TB+ HDD support from EFI technology, allowing GIGABYTE to offer the best of both worlds through a quick & easy BIOS update using GIGABYTE's @BIOS utility that is freely available from the GIGABYTE website. GIGABYTE Dual BIOS™ is a patented technology that automatically recovers BIOS data when the main BIOS has crashed or failed. Featuring 2 physical BIOS ROMs integrated onboard, GIGABYTE Dual BIOS™ allows quick & seamless recovery from BIOS damage or failure due to viruses or improper BIOS updating. In addition, GIGABYTE Dual BIOS™ now supports 3TB+ (terabyte) hard drive booting without the need for partitioning, & enables more data storage on a single hard drive. 50, 000 Hours Japanese Solid Capacitors GIGABYTE Ultra Durable motherboards are equipped with solid capacitors developed by leading Japanese manufacturers. With an average lifespan of 50, 000 hours, these solid capacitors provide the stability, reliability & longevity essential to meet the power needs of high-end processors & other components running today's most demanding applications & games. Super Speed GIGABYTE Super Speed ensures that you're always on the cusp of PC performance, data transfer & device charging speeds. An integrated overclocking chip coupled with GIGABYTE's unique Ultra Durable™ 2 power technology, makes sure that your Intel Core™ processor is running at optimal performance levels. in addition, GIGABYTE 3x USB (Universal Serial Bus) power means better device compatibility & faster charging on USB (Universal Serial Bus) connected devices like portable storage devices without needing to use two USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports. The additional power provided by 3 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) allows iPad, iPhone & iPod devices to charge up to 40% faster compared to standard USB (Universal Serial Bus) implementations, while On/ Off charge allows fast device charging even when your PC is on standby or turned off.
- Overclocking IC
- Ultra Durable™ 2
- 3 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) Power Boost + On/ Off Charge 3x USB (Universal Serial Bus) Power Boost GIGABYTE motherboards feature a 3x USB (Universal Serial Bus) power boost, delivering greater compatibility & extra power for USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices. GIGABYTE′s unique USB (Universal Serial Bus) power design is also able to efficiently regulate output over the full voltage range, which greatly enhances USB (Universal Serial Bus) device compatibility. In addition, dedicated lower resistance fuses ensure lower voltage drops, & provide more stable & plentiful power delivery. On/ Off Charge Technology GIGABYTE On/ Off Charge technology means that you can charge your iPhone, iPad & iPod Touch regardless of whether your PC is on, in standby mode or even off. A derivative of GIGABYTE's highly acclaimed 3x USB (Universal Serial Bus) Power feature, On/ Off Charge enables devices to draw more current from GIGABYTE motherboard USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports than standard USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports allow, so that charging from your PC can be as fast as with a charger. Super Savings All GIGABYTE Super 4™ motherboards are equipped with the very best quality components that ensure that you PC is running at maximum power efficiency. Lower RDS (on) MOSFETs reduce energy wastage through unnecessary residual heat dissipation, while ferrite chokes reduce overall core energy loss with better energy storage & regulation. This all amounts to tangible energy savings which are beneficial for both end-users & the environment without impacting system performance.
- Lower RDS (on) MOSFETs
- Ferrite Core Chokes
- Lower CPU Zone Temperature
- High Power-Efficiency
- Super Sound As the HD multimedia revolution continues to gain momentum, so too must hardware standards in audio quality. All GIGABYTE Super 4™ motherboards offer excellent 7.1 surround sound audio backed by a proprietary converter that which is able to achieve a 108d B noise ratio (SNR) playback quality. This means that users will enjoy a better audio experience with lower levels of noise & hiss when enjoying the latest HD content.
- 108d B HD Audio 108d B Signal-to-Noise ratio playback GIGABYTE strongly believes that in 2011, HD audio playback is a standard

Specification, & as such, we have made Blu-ray audio playback a standard for all of our motherboards. All of GIGABYTE's 2011 motherboards feature higher capability audio solution with 108d B Signal-to-Noise ratio (SNR) playback quality to deliver high-performance, multi-channel HD audio. SNR is a comparison of the amount of signal to the amount of noise such as hiss present in the signal (expressed in Decibels). A higher SNR equals a better audio experience. For example, 108d B, is a high audio

Specification, as this means the audio signal is 108d B higher than the level of the noise. New 100% Hardware VRD 12 Compliant CPU Power Design GIGABYTE 6 series motherboards incorporate an Intel approved Intersil PWM controller that is VRD 12 (Voltage Regulator Down) compliant. This means that it offers new features that include Serial VID (SVID) which transfers power management information between the processor & voltage regulator controller, allowing more robust & efficient signaling control between the CPU & PWM controller
- hence, delivering a more energy efficient platform. Intel HD Graphics Core 2000/3000 Enhanced Visual Features Intel Quick Sync Video Intel Quick Sync Video provides breakthrough media processing for incredibly fast editing & sharing. Intel In Tru™ 3D 2nd Generation Intel Core™ Processors offer an outstanding Blu-Ray Stereo 3D experience in full high definition resolution (1080p) with HDMI 1.4. Intel Advanced Vector Extensions (AVX) Increases the performance of Accelerated Floating Point & Vector Computing Intensive Applications with minimal power gains. An Innovative New Way to Modify BIOS Settings Navigating through the BIOS to change system settings can be a daunting task for users not familiar with control F"functions & mouse-less navigation. While some EFI BIOS try to address this with a mouse friendly environment, many implementations still lack a certain ease-of-use necessary for most people. With GIGABYTE Touch BIOS™, GIGABYTE engineers have completely re-imagined how users can interact with their BIOS, allowing for a more intuitive user experience. In fact, with a touch screen monitor, GIGABYTE Touch BIOS™ is as easy to use as most apps on your iPhone. Super Speed USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 GIGABYTE motherboards boast Super Speed USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 technology made possible through an additional onboard host controller. With superfast transfer rates of up to 5 Gbps, users are able to experience a theoretical 10x improvement over USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0. in addition, backwards compatibility with USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 assures users of long term use of their legacy USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 devices. HDMI™-The Next Generation Multimedia Interface HDMI™ is a High-Definition Multimedia Interface which provides up to 5 Gb/s video transmitting bandwidth & 8-channel high quality audio all through a single cable. Able to transmit superior, uncompressed digital video & audio, HDMI&226;&8222;&162; ensures the crispest rendering of digital content up to 1080p without the quality losses associated with analog interfaces & their digital-to-analog conversion. In addition, HDMI&226;&8222;&162; is compatible with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection), allowing the playback of Blu-ray/HD DVD & other protected media content. DVI Support DVI (Digital Visual Interface) is a video interface standard designed for carrying uncompressed digital video data & to maximize the visual quality of digital display devices, such as LCD monitors, digital projectors, & so on. In addition, the DVI interface is compatible with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection). Auto Green- Greening your PC via Bluetooth cellphone Auto Green technology can automatically save power by simply putting your PC in a state of sleep when your Bluetooth&194; cell phone is out of range of your computer. Er P Lot 6 support The Er P (also known as Energy-Related Products Directive) is part of the European Union's environmental regulations policy. It is based on concern for the environmental as the proliferation of electronic devices continues, & how to improve energy efficiency for a better & greener life. GIGABYTE supports Er P & produces motherboards that help you effectively improve system efficiency.
















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- Panel Driver Power Selectable
- Back Light Module Power Selectable
- Wide Range Voltage Input
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GIGABYTE 7 series Ultra Durable™ Motherboards. GIGABYTE 7 series motherboards combine a host of new & exciting technologies with the latest Intel Z77 Express Chipset, creating a unique range of motherboard designs that harness the outstanding performance of the new 3rd generation Intel Core™ processors. With an exclusive ' Digital' VRM design, GIGABYTE 3D Power & GIGABYTE 3D BIOS (Dual UEFI), GIGABYTE 7 series motherboards ensure exceptional power delivery & absolute control, with additional features that ensure an unrivalled experience on your next PC build. 3rd Generation Intel Core™ Processors. New 3rd generation Intel Core™ processors are manufactured using the new 22nm process to create a visually optimized, high performance processor platform. Based on the mature LGA 1155 socket, 3rd generation Intel Core™ processors feature up to four high-performance 64-bit processor cores & up to 8MB of L3 cache Smart Cache. Supporting 3rd generation Intel Core™ processors deliver an automatic boost in clock speed & overall performance when you need it most. Lucid Universal MVP Support. GIGABYTE 7 series motherboards support Lucid Virtu GPU virtualization technologies
- optimized virtualization software that improves your PC′s visuals, with faster response times, enhanced video processing & smoother media playback, all within a low power environment. Lucid Universal MVP also features Hyperformance, which eliminates redundant rendering tasks & predicts potential synchronization issues in the graphics delivery pipeline, producing faster frame rates, sharper visuals & reduced tearing.
- Boosts responsiveness & FPS of any game.
- Improves gaming frame rates 30-70%.
- Increases Vsync frame rates
- 120 FPS+.
- Sharpens visual quality without tearing.
- Works seamlessly with hundreds of games. Support for PCI Express Gen. 3. USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 & PCI Express Gen 3.0 Support
- GIGABYTE 7 series motherboards take advantage of the latest connectivity & expansion bus technologies available on the Intel platform. In addition to native support for Super Speed USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0, the 3rd generation Intel Core™ processor platform debuts the new PCI Express gen. 3.0 expansion bus, allowing users to take advantage of the next generation, high-bandwidth discrete graphics card solutions. PCIE Gen.3 is dependent on CPU & expansion card compatibility.







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GIGABYTE 7 series Ultra Durable™ Motherboards. GIGABYTE 7 series motherboards combine a host of new & exciting technologies with the latest Intel Z77 Express Chipset, creating a unique range of motherboard designs that harness the outstanding performance of the new 3rd generation Intel Core™ processors. With an exclusive ' Digital' VRM design, GIGABYTE 3D Power & GIGABYTE 3D BIOS (Dual UEFI), GIGABYTE 7 series motherboards ensure exceptional power delivery & absolute control, with additional features that ensure an unrivalled experience on your next PC build. 3rd Generation Intel Core™ Processors. New 3rd generation Intel Core™ processors are manufactured using the new 22nm process to create a visually optimized, high performance processor platform. Based on the mature LGA 1155 socket, 3rd generation Intel Core™ processors feature up to four high-performance 64-bit processor cores & up to 8MB of L3 cache Smart Cache. Supporting 3rd generation Intel Core™ processors deliver an automatic boost in clock speed & overall performance when you need it most. Lucid Universal MVP Support. GIGABYTE 7 series motherboards support Lucid Virtu GPU virtualization technologies
- optimized virtualization software that improves your PC′s visuals, with faster response times, enhanced video processing & smoother media playback, all within a low power environment. Lucid Universal MVP also features Hyperformance, which eliminates redundant rendering tasks & predicts potential synchronization issues in the graphics delivery pipeline, producing faster frame rates, sharper visuals & reduced tearing.
- Boosts responsiveness & FPS of any game.
- Improves gaming frame rates 30-70%.
- Increases Vsync frame rates
- 120 FPS+.
- Sharpens visual quality without tearing.
- Works seamlessly with hundreds of games. Support for PCI Express Gen. 3. USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0 & PCI Express Gen 3.0 Support
- GIGABYTE 7 series motherboards take advantage of the latest connectivity & expansion bus technologies available on the Intel platform. In addition to native support for Super Speed USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0, the 3rd generation Intel Core™ processor platform debuts the new PCI Express gen. 3.0 expansion bus, allowing users to take advantage of the next generation, high-bandwidth discrete graphics card solutions. PCIE Gen.3 is dependent on CPU & expansion card compatibility.







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GIGABYTE Thin Mini-ITX Motherboards. GIGABYTE Thin-Mini-ITX motherboards are the ideal platform for today′s All-in-One, small form factor & slim profile PCs. Offering a full featured PC experience in a minimal device footprint, GIGABYTE Thin Mini-ITX motherboards are 43% thinner than traditional Mini-ITX designs. Complying with the latest Thin Mini-ITX guidelines, GIGABYTE Thin Mini-ITX motherboards offer additional flexibility making them suited to broad range of innovative PC designs. Selectable Panel Power Driver. GIGABYTE Thin Mini-ITX motherboards feature a selectable power driver allowing for both 3.3v & 5v configurations. This brings additional flexibility for LVDS panels that require both 3.3v & 5v drivers. Voltage settings are configured via an onboard jumper. Selectable Back Light Power Module. GIGABYTE Thin Mini-ITX motherboards offer flexible backlight power delivery with both 12v & 19v options available via onboard jumpers. This enhances compatibility with the wide range of backlit displays available today. Wide Range Voltage Input. Offering additional flexibility for system DC voltage input, GIGABYTE Thin Mini-ITX motherboards offer a broad voltage range of 12v to 19v, eliminating compatibility issues with many traditional IPC designs. PCI Express x 4 Expansion Slot. GIGABYTE Thin Mini-ITX motherboards are equipped with a x 4 PCI Express expansion slot providing up to 25W of power & easy integration of TV tuner, video capture or RAID cards with a compatible riser card. ...