Gigabyte X299 AORUS Gaming 3 Motherboard

The Gigabyte X299 AORUS Gaming 3 Motherboard is a high-performance motherboard designed for gaming enthusiasts and power users. It features an Intel X299 Express Chipset, providing excellent stability and support for the latest Intel Core X series processors in the LGA2066 package.One of the standout features of this motherboard is its audio capabilities. It comes equipped with the Realtek ALC1220 audio codec, delivering high-definition audio with support for 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel configurations. Additionally, it supports S/PDIF Out for enhanced audio connectivity options, ensuring an immersive gaming or multimedia experience.In terms of expansion slots, the Gigabyte X AORUS Gaming 3 offers a variety of options to accommodate your needs. It includes two PCI Express x16 slots running at x16, one PCI Express x16 slot running at x8, and two PCI Express x16 slots running at x4. These slots conform to the PCI Express 3.0 standard, allowing for seamless compatibility with modern graphics cards and other expansion devices. The motherboard also supports AMD CrossFire and NVIDIA SLI configurations for multi-GPU setups.Memory-wise, the motherboard provides ample capacity and flexibility. It features eight DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 128 GB of system memory, with support for up to 512 GB when using Registered DIMMs. The memory architecture varies depending on the CPU used, with support for both four-channel and dual-channel configurations. It also supports non-ECC un-buffered DIMM modules and Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules for easy overclocking.The Gigabyte X299 AORUS Gaming 3 offers extensive connectivity options. It includes Intel GbE LAN chip for reliable and fast network connections, and multiple storage options such as M.2 connectors (supporting both SATA and PCIe x4/x2 SSDs) and SATA 6Gb/s connectors with support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 configurations.

Features:

• Supports Intel® Core™ X-series Processor Family
• Quad Channel Non-ECC Unbuffered DDR4, 8 DIMMs, DDR4400+(OC)
• Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready
• Intel® VROC ready
• ASMedia 3142 USB 3.1 Gen 2 with USB Type-C™ and Type-A
• 3-Way Graphics Support with Dual Armor and Ultra Durable™ Design
• Server-Class Digital Power Design
• ALC1220 120dB SNR HD Audio with Smart Headphone AMP and WIMA audio capacitor
• RGB FUSION supports Digital LED and RGBW Light Strips
• Smart Fan 5 features Multiple Temperature Sensors and Hybrid Fan Headers with FAN STOP
• Dual Ultra-Fast M.2 with PCIe Gen3 x4 interface
• NVMe PCIe Gen3 x4 U.2 support by optional adaptor
• Intel® GbE LAN Gaming Network with cFosSpeed Internet Accelerator Software
• Anti-Sulfur Resistor Design
• Ultra Durable™ 25KV ESD and 15KV Surge LAN Protection
• Lightning-Fast Intel® Thunderbolt™ 3 AIC Support
• GIGABYTE UEFI DualBIOS™
• APP Center Including EasyTune™ and Cloud Station™ Utilities

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