Asus P5GL-MX Dual-channel DDR memory support, Serial ATA technology, 10/100 Mbps LAN support

Dual-channel DDR memory support

Employing the Double Data Rate (DDR) memory technology, the motherboard supports up to 4GB of system memory using DDR400/333 DIMMs. The ultra-fast 400MHz memory bus delivers the required bandwidth for the latest 3D graphics, multimedia, and Internet applications. See page 1-16 for details.

PCI Expressª interface (max 2GB/s transfer rate, x4 mode)

The motherboard fully supports PCI Express, the latest I/O interconnect technology that speeds up the PCI bus. PCI Express features point-to-point serial interconnections between devices and allows higher clockspeeds by carrying data in packets. This high speed interface is software compatible with existing PCI specifications. See page 1-22 for details.

Serial ATA technology

The motherboard supports the Serial ATA technology through the Serial ATA interfaces and the Intel¨ ICH6. The SATA specification allows for thinner, more flexible cables with lower pin count, reduced voltage requirement, and up to 150 MB/s data transfer rate.

10/100 Mbps LAN support

Easy connectivity to your network or broadband connection with the onboard LAN port. Allows you to play online games without buying expensive additional LAN cards. See pages 1-26.

6-channel audio

The motherboard comes with the ADI AD1986A audio CODEC that provides 6-channel audio, audio jack-sensing and enumeration technology, and S/PDIF out support. See page 1-26 for details.

S/PDIF digital sound ready

The motherboard supports the S/PDIF Out function through the midboard S/PDIF interface. The S/PDIF technology turns your computer into a high-end entertainment system with digital connectivity to powerful audio and speaker systems. See pages 1-33 for details.

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