X79MA MSI-GD45

Motherboard exclusively designed for the new high-end processors Intel Sandy Bridge-E. It features the Intel X79 chipset, which replaces the X58 platform thus taking the scepter of the most powerful chipset for desktop computers. The combination of this motherboard, processor from Intel Sandy Bridge-E and X79 chipset, Intel will provide you with an unprecedented performance, native support for the interface of the new generation PCI Express 3.0 and the use of working memory in 4-channel engagement!
Model X79AMA-GD45 is designed for users who need for their work superior computing power, huge amounts of RAM (theoretically be configured with up to 64 GB), enormous graphics performance based on a multi-GPU solution NVIDIA SLI or AMD CrossFireX wide expansion options of internal data storage (4 SATA II + 2 SATA III ports natively supported chipset with RAID 0/1/5/10) and optional external interfaces including dual digital audio outputs.
The motherboard also features a number of unique features and technologies directly from the manufacturer. First, there are the famous technology providing maximum stability APS (Active Phase Switching) and DrMOS MOSFETs in the form of a new generation, as well as enable OC Genie II overclocking in one second and i will come in handy as Super Charger promising to 3 times faster recharging of mobile devices.
Specifications:
Supported Processors:
Model: Intel Core i7 (2nd generation Sandy Bridge-E)
Socket: LGA 2011
Chipset
Intel X79
Memory:
Type: DDR3
Slot: 4x DIMM
Frequency: 1066/1333/1600/1866 (OC)/2133 (OC)/2400 (OC) MHz
Connection mode: Quad-channel
Max. Capacity: 64 gigabytes
Expansion Slots:
2 x PCI Express 3.0 x16
2x PCI Express 2.0 x1
Video:
The need for a separate graphics card
Support for NVIDIA SLI
Support for AMD CrossFireX
Audio:
Realtek ALC892
7.1 HD
THX TruStudio PC
LAN:
Realtek RTL8111EV
10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Internal interface:
2x SATA III (6 Gbit/s)
4x SATA II (3 Gbit/s)
2x USB 2.0
1x USB 3.0
1x COM
External interfaces:
2x USB 3.0
6x USB 2.0
1x RJ-45
6x audio jack
1x coaxial S/PDIF output
1x optical S/PDIF output
1x PS/2 (Combo port mouse/keyboard)
Design:
Micro-ATX
Dimensions:
24.4 x 24.4 cm