{"product_id":"1382906","title":"Gigabyte GA-X48-DS5 motherboard","description":"\u003cb\u003eIntroduction.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned for enthusiasts with extreme over-clocking and blistering gaming performance in mind, the GIGABYTE GA-X48-DS5 is based on the killer combination of the newest Intel X48 chipset plus support for the latest multi-core processors up to FSB 1600MHz, including the Intel 45nm processors. The GA-X48-DS5 is CrossFireX™ enabled with true dual PCI-E 2.0 x16 connectivity for the ultimate in extreme gaming performance. Built tough to provide maximum stability, durability and performance for even the most hard-core gamers, the GA-X48-DS5 delivers several advanced GIGABYTE innovations including the Ultra Durable 2 design, featuring top quality electronic components which provide optimized power savings, ultra cooling and extended system durability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGIGABYTE Dynamic Energy Saver.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGIGABYTE Dynamic Energy Saver is a revolutionary technology that delivers unparalleled power savings with the simple click of a button. Featuring an advanced proprietary hardware and software design, GIGABYTE Dynamic Energy Saver is able to provide exceptional power savings of up to 70% and up to 20% improved power efficiency without sacrificing computing performance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eUltra Durable 2 -Designed with Top Quality Highly Efficient Components.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eUltra Cooling - Low RDS(on) MOSFET Design.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow RDS(on) MOSFETs specially designed to produce lower switching resistance for faster electric current charging and discharging.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eLow Power Loss - Ferrite Core Choke Design.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFerrite core chokes comprised of a compound of iron oxide and other metal elements whose properties hold energy much longer than common iron core at high frequency.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eLonger Life - All-Solid Capacitor Design.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSolid capacitors contain a solid organic polymer, while electrolytic capacitors use a common liquid electrolyte, hence, the terms solid capacitor versus electrolytic capacitors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntel® Core™ 2 multi-core and 45nm processors.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGA-X48-DS5 supports Intel latest high performance CPU delivers the most energy-efficient performance available today. Based on Intel's Micro Architecture, the Intel multi-core processors with 4 cores and two shared L2 caches provide the best capability-per-watt solutions and are an ideal choice for multi-media enthusiasts and intensive multi-tasking environments. This cutting-edge processor offers significant performance boosts and provides an overall more energy efficient platform.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntel® X48 Express Chipset.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Intel® X48 Express Chipsets support the latest multi-core processors with FSB 1600MHz, including the upcoming 45nm processors, with its record breaking performance and greater energy efficiency. Intel® X48 chipset, with optimized system memory capabilities, chipset over-speed protection removed for maximum overclocking, providing faster boot and application load times and additional power savings. Intel® X48 chipset also offer options for both DDR2 and DDR3 memory support, providing scalable options for users wanting to take advantage of higher memory performance with less power consumption to run next generation applications such as high-definition video and 3D visualization.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSmaller, Faster and More Efficient.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGA-X48-DS5 motherboards paired with Intel 45nm CPUs deliver the very best platform for multitasking, multimedia and high performance gaming. Not only do GIGABYTE's latest motherboards based on Intel Bearlake chipsets all support Intel's new generation, 45nm multi-core processors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDual Channel DDR2 1200.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExperience the advanced technology of DDR2 1200 memory, featuring faster speeds and higher data bandwidth, which delivers superior performance for the most demanding applications. * Please refer \"Memory Support List\" for memory support information.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWindows Vista Premium Logo Certified.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWindows Vista Premium promises to deliver a streamlined computing experience designed to fundamentally change how users view, find and organize their digital information.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePCI-E 2.0 Interface.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePCI-E 2.0 doubles the bus standard's bandwidth from 2.5 Gbit\/s to 5 Gbit\/s, meaning a x32 connector can transfer data at up to 16 GB\/s in each direction. PCIe 2.0 also features improvements to the point-to-point data transfer protocol and its software architecture.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSATA 3Gb\/s storage interface.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe SATA specification doubles bus bandwidth from 1.5Gb\/s to 3Gb\/s. Native Command Queuing is a new specification that enables out-of-order execution of commands for efficient retrieval of data. Hot Plug support allows users to insert and remove hard disk drives without shutting off power to the system.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIEEE1394 motherboard.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis motherboard with IEEE1394 FireWire interface from Texas Instruments (TI). With the transfer speed up to 400Mb\/s, the new generation IEEE1394 interface further enhances PC connectivity with consumer electronics audio\/video (A\/V) appliances, and storage peripherals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eALC889A with DTS Connect Enables a Superior Audio Experience.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eExcellent Audio Performance.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh-performance DAC (Digital-Analog Converter) with 106 dB Signal-to-Noise ratio playback quality, designed especially for Windows Vista Premium PCs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003eBlu-ray\/HD DVD Full Rate Audio Support.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe ALC889A enables high quality Full Rate Lossless Audio for content protected media and support for both Blu-ray and HD DVD formats for an exhilarating home theater entertainment experience.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cb\u003e7.1+2 Channel High Definition Output.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe ALC889A provides support for 7.1 sound playback, plus 2 channels of independent stereo output (multiple streaming) through the front panel stereo outputs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntel® Matrix Storage Technology.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntel® Matrix Storage Technology, can deliver up to 80% faster storage performance with PCs equipped with two hard drives using RAID 0 data striping. Using RAID 1 data mirroring can protect against a hard drive failure by mirroring all data among two hard drives. In addition RAID 5 offers the fault-tolerant capability to automatically back up your most important files, while also providing faster disk access and adding storage capacity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 Gigabit LAN through Teaming.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe GA-X48-DS5 with Teaming functionality enabled allows 2 single connections to act as 1 single connection for twice the bandwidth, improving overall throughput with lower CPU utilization.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrevents network downtime by transferring the workload from a failed port to a working port.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReceive Side Scaling balances the network traffic load evenly between 2 CPU cores in order to improve performance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdjusts power consumption automatically according to your LAN cable lengths, up to 10% power savings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eATI CrossFireX.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith support for ATI CrossFireX, GIGABYTE pushes the envelope once again by delivering highly optimized performance and flexibility demanded by power users and extreme gaming enthusiasts. Designed to provide unmatched multi-GPU support with dual PCI Express connectivity, the GA-X48-DS5 allows users to take advantage of the ultra smooth 3D rendering, blazing-fast frame rates and enhanced visual quality possible with a dual graphics card solution.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAttention: When attempting to enable ATI CrossfireX Technology on this board. In case of unable to get Crossfire Technology working normally, please make sure to use ATI graphic cards that have hardware Crossfire bridge. (Please refer to ATI official website for more Crossfire Technology supporting details: (http:\/\/ati.amd.com\/technology\/crossfire\/charts.html)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSilent-Pipe.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe revolutionary Silent-Pipe Technology compliant GIGABYTE motherboards featuring 0dB soundless heat-pipe thermal cooling solution,enhances heat dissipation efficiency from the critical Chipsets and CPU power components.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpeed.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Speed compliant motherboards of GIGABYTE S-series provide intelligent over-clocking and over-voltage software settings through both hardware and software design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSmart.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Smart featured motherboards of GIGABYTE S-series provide GIGABYTE proprietary innovative software such as Download Center, @BIOS, Q-Flash, Xpress Install, Boot menu, and Smart Fan. BIOS and driver management now becomes much easier and user friendly through GIGABYTE Smart features!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSafe.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSafe is the key feature of GIGABYTE S-series motherboards with the following elements: Excellent hardware design reinforced BIOS protection through GIGABYTE Virtual Dual BIOS Technology and GIGABYTE BIOS Setting Recovery Technology. Unique system software such as Xpress Recovery 2, PC Health Monitor, HDD S.M.A.R.T., and C.O.M. further strengthen the stability and reliability of your PC!","brand":"Gigabyte","offers":[{"title":"Gigabyte","offer_id":1889836547,"sku":"GA-X48-DS5","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/searchanise-100k.myshopify.com\/products\/1382906","provider":"searchanise-100k","version":"1.0","type":"link"}