Dual-channel memory architecture with two 240-pin DDR3 DIMM slots. It supports DDR3 non-ECC unbuffered memory at 1333 MHz or 1600 MHz, up to a maximum capacity of 16 GB. Expansion Slots: 1 x PCI Express x16 (Gen 3.0) for dedicated graphics cards.
2x DDR3 DIMM slots, supporting up to 16GB or 32GB (depends on BIOS/model) DDR3 SDRAM . Form Factor: MicroATX. Expansion Slots: 1x PCIe x16, 2x PCIe x1. Storage: 2x or 4x SATA ports (SATA II/III support).
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This makes upgrading the power supply (PSU) difficult. Standard ATX power supplies require a specific 24-pin to 12-pin adapter to function with this board. Front Panel and Pinouts
Contains connections for the power button, reset button, and power LED. (Careful navigation of the manual is needed for proper pin mapping). USB Headers: Connects front-panel USB ports. 4. Drivers and BIOS Updates
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