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, Wi-Fi
Memory
Memory type
DDR3
Number of RAM slots
4 ×
Max. frequency (OC)
2,400 MHz
Connection Mode
quad-channel
Advanced parameters
Advanced features
AMD CrossFireX, NVIDIA SLI/NVlink, RAID controller
Sound card type
Realtek ALC898
Number of sound card channels
7.1
Connectors
External
eSATA, Jack, Optical out, PS/2, USB 2.0, USB 3.2 Gen 1
Internal
COM header, S/PDIF header, Serial ATA II, USB 2.0 header, USB 3.0 (3.1 gen1) bracket
PCI express x16
3×
PCI express x1
2×
USB 2.0
12×
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 3.0)
4×
Serial ATA III
3×
Serial ATA II
4×
PCI
1×