Socket and chipset
Socket
Intel 2011
Chipset
Intel X79
Format & functions
Motherboard form factor
ATX
Basic functions
Integrated network card, Integrated sound card, PCI Express 3.0, Serial ATA III, UEFI BIOS
Memory
Memory type
DDR3
Number of RAM slots
8 ×
Connection Mode
quad-channel
Max. frequency (OC)
2,400 MHz
Advanced parameters
Advanced features
RAID controller
Sound card type
Realtek ALC892
Number of sound card channels
7.1
Connectors
External
Jack, Optical out, PS/2, RJ-45 (LAN), USB 2.0, USB 3.2 Gen 1
Internal
Front Panel Audio connector, Serial ATA II, Serial ATA III, TPM header, USB 2.0 header, USB 3.0 (3.1 gen1) bracket
PCI express x16
5×
PCI express x1
1×
USB 2.0
6×
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 3.0)
2×
Serial ATA III
2×