Socket and chipset
Socket
Intel 2066
Chipset
Intel X299
Format & functions
Motherboard form factor
ATX
Basic functions
Integrated network card, Integrated sound card, PCI Express 3.0, Support for Intel Optane, Wi-Fi
Memory
Memory type
DDR4
Number of RAM slots
8 ×
Max. frequency (OC)
4,400 MHz
Design
DIMM
Connection Mode
quad-channel
Advanced parameters
Advanced features
AMD CrossFireX, NVIDIA SLI/NVlink, RAID controller, MOSFET cooler
Sound card type
Realtek ALC1220
Number of sound card channels
7.1
Connectors
External
Jack, Optical out, PS/2, Thunderbolt 3, USB 2.0, USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 3.2 Gen 2, VGA (D-Sub), Wifi Connector
Internal
M2 Socket, Thunderbolt header, TPM header, USB 2.0 header, USB 3.0 (3.1 gen1) bracket, Serial ATA III
PCI express x16
4×
PCI express x1
1×
USB 2.0
6×
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 3.0)
8×
Serial ATA III
8×