Socket and chipset
Socket
Intel 1151
Chipset
Intel Z270
Format & functions
Motherboard form factor
mATX (Micro ATX)
Basic functions
Integrated network card, Integrated sound card, PCI Express 3.0, Support for Intel Optane
Memory
Memory type
DDR4
Number of RAM slots
4 ×
Max. frequency (OC)
3,600 MHz
Design
DIMM
Connection Mode
dual-channel
Advanced parameters
Advanced features
AMD CrossFireX, NVIDIA SLI/NVlink, RAID controller
Sound card type
Realtek ALC1220
Number of sound card channels
7.1
Connectors
External
DVI, Jack, Optical out, PS/2, USB 3.2 Gen 2, VGA (D-Sub)
Internal
COM header, Front Panel Audio connector, M2 Socket, Thunderbolt header, TPM header, USB 2.0 header, USB 3.0 (3.1 gen1) bracket, Serial ATA III
PCI express x16
3×
PCI express x1
1×
USB 2.0
4×
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 3.0)
9×
USB 3.1 (3.1 gen2)
2×
Serial ATA III
6×