ASUS P5P43TD/USB3 - Motherboard - ATX - iP43 - LGA775 Socket - UDMA133, SATA-300 - Gigabit Ethernet - SuperSpeed USB - HD Audio (8-channel)

 

This motherboard supports Intel LGA775 Core 2 Extreme / Core 2 Quad/ Core 2 Duo processors, which are excellent for multitasking, multimedia, and enthusiastic gamers with 1600 (O.C.)/1333/ 1066/ 800 MHz FSB. This motherboard also supports Intel CPUs in the 45nm manufacturing process. This motherboard supports the latest Intel 45nm CPU which introduces new micro-architecture features for greater performance at a given frequency, up to 50% larger L2 caches, and expanded power management capabilities for new levels of energy efficiency. PCI Express is the latest I/O interconnect technology that will replace the existing PCI. With a bus bandwidth 2 times higher than that of AGP 8X interface, PCI Express x8 bus performs much better in applications such as 3D gaming. DDR3 1600(O.C.) memory provides great performance for 3D graphics and other memory demanding applications on next generation memory technology. Experience ultra-fast data transfers at 4.8 Gb/s with USB 3.0 - the latest connectivity standard. Built to connect easily with next-generation components and peripherals, USB 3.0 transfers data 10X faster and is also backward compatible with USB 2.0 components. This motherboard supports next-generation SATA hard drives based on the new SATA 3Gb/s storage specification. Enjoy high-quality sound system on your PC! The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Definition Audio, previously codenamed Azalia) CODEC enables high-quality audio output, jack-detect feature automatically. This motherboard provides convenient connectivity to external home theater audio systems via an optical or coaxial S/PDIF-out (SONY-PHILIPS Digital Interface) jack. It allows to transfer digital audio without converting to analog format and keeps the best signal quality. Surf the Internet in 5-second-boot time without entering Windows. With a fast bootup speed of only 5 seconds, the ASUS Express Gate offers an optional Linux OS bootup that allows you to enjoy instant access to commonly used functions like accessing the Internet, VoIP, and Web emailing without entering the OS. The actual boot time is subject to hardware configurations and product models Turbo Key Touch-n-Boost! ASUS Turbo Key allows the user to turn the PC power button into a physical overclocking button. After the easy setup, Turbo Key can boost performances without interrupting ongoing work or games - with just one touch! The ASUS EPU (Energy Processing Unit) provides total system power management by detecting current PC loadings and intelligently moderating power in real-time. It automatically provides the most appropriate power usage for the CPU, VGA card, hard drives, and CPU/chassis fans- helping save power and money! This special design prevents expensive devices and the motherboard from damage caused by power surges from switching power supply (PSU). Diagnose LAN connection before entering OS! AI NET2 remotely detects cable connection the second you turn on the system, and any faulty connections are reported back up to 100 meters at 1 meter accuracy. Gigabit LAN capability ensures rapid transfer of data from WAN to LAN without any added arbitration or latency. ASUS Q-Fan 2 technology intelligently adjusts CPU & chassis fan speeds according to system loading to ensure quiet, cool and efficient operation. When the system hangs due to overclocking failure, there is no need to open the case to clear CMOS data. Just simply restart the system, the BIOS would show the previous setting and then users can amend the CPU setting again.