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SATA3

 

- 2 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s connectors by Intel® Z77, support RAID

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, Intel Rapid Storage and

 

 

 

 

Intel Smart Response Technology), NCQ, AHCI and Hot

 

 

 

 

Plug functions

 

 

 

 

- 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s connectors by ASMedia ASM1061,

 

 

 

 

support NCQ, AHCI and “Hot Plug” functions (SATA3_A4

 

 

 

 

connector is shared with eSATA3 port)

 

 

USB3.0

 

- 2 x Rear USB 3.0 ports by Intel® Z77, support USB 1.0/2.0/3.0

 

 

 

 

up to 5Gb/s

 

 

 

 

- 4 x Rear USB 3.0 ports by Etron EJ188H, support

 

 

 

 

USB 1.0/2.0/3.0 up to 5Gb/s

 

 

 

 

- 1 x Front USB 3.0 header by Intel® Z77 (supports 2 USB 3.0

 

 

 

 

ports), supports USB 1.0/2.0/3.0 up to 5Gb/s

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Connector

 

- 4 x SATA2 3.0 Gb/s connectors, support RAID (RAID 0,

 

 

 

 

RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, Intel Rapid Storage and Intel

 

 

 

 

Smart Response Technology), NCQ, AHCI and Hot Plug

 

 

 

 

functions

 

 

 

 

- 6 x SATA3 6.0Gb/s connectors

 

 

 

 

- 1 x ATA133 IDE connector (supports 2 x IDE devices)

 

 

 

 

- 1 x Floppy connector

 

 

 

 

- 1 x IR header

 

 

 

 

- 1 x COM port header

 

 

 

 

- 1 x HDMI_SPDIF header

 

 

 

 

- 1 x IEEE 1394 header

 

 

 

 

- 1 x Power LED header

 

 

 

 

- CPU/Chassis/Power FAN connector

 

 

 

 

- 24 pin ATX power connector

 

 

 

 

- 8 pin 12V power connector

 

 

 

 

- CD in header

 

 

 

 

- Front panel audio connector

 

 

 

 

- 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 USB 2.0 ports)

 

 

 

 

- 1 x USB 3.0 header (supports 2 USB 3.0 ports)

 

 

 

 

- 1 x Dr. Debug with LED

 

 

Smart Switch

 

- 1 x Clear CMOS Switch with LED

 

 

 

 

- 1 x Power Switch with LED

 

 

 

 

- 1 x Reset Switch with LED

 

 

BIOS Feature

 

- 64Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support

 

 

 

 

- Supports “Plug and Play”

 

 

 

 

- ACPI 1.1 Compliance Wake Up Events

 

 

 

 

- Supports jumperfree

 

 

 

 

- SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Fatal1ty Z77 Professional Series Motherboard

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ASRock Fatal1ty Z77 Professional manual USB3.0, Ports, supports USB 1.0/2.0/3.0 up to 5Gb/s, Connector, Smart Switch
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Fatal1ty Z77 Professional specifications

The ASRock Fatal1ty Z77 Professional motherboard is designed for gaming enthusiasts and professionals seeking high performance and stability. Built on the Intel Z77 chipset, this motherboard supports Intel’s 3rd generation Core processors, making it an excellent choice for users looking to leverage the latest in CPU technology.

One of the standout features of the Fatal1ty Z77 Professional is its advanced overclocking potential. It includes a robust 12-phase power design that ensures efficient power delivery to the CPU. This design is complemented by an enhanced cooling solution featuring high-quality chokes and capacitors, which together guarantee durability and stability when operating under heavy workloads or during overclocking sessions.

The motherboard is equipped with four DDR3 DIMM slots that support up to 32GB of RAM, which can run at speeds of up to 2400 MHz and higher with overclocking. This capability is essential for demanding applications and gaming, allowing for seamless multitasking and improved performance in memory-intensive tasks.

Storage options on the ASRock Fatal1ty Z77 Professional are plentiful. It features a total of six SATA3 ports, providing high-speed connectivity for SSDs and HDDs. Additionally, the motherboard supports Intel Smart Response technology, allowing users to combine a traditional hard drive with an SSD for enhanced performance. The inclusion of USB 3.0 ports, with support for up to four SuperSpeed connections, ensures fast data transfer rates, making it ideal for external storage and peripherals.

For gamers, the Fatal1ty series includes an array of gaming-centric features. This motherboard comes with a dedicated LAN port powered by the Killer E2200 Game Networking chip, which prioritizes gaming traffic for less lag and better responsiveness in multiplayer settings. Furthermore, the onboard audio solution utilizes the Realtek ALC898 codec, offering 7.1 surround sound support, ensuring an immersive auditory experience.

In terms of aesthetics, the ASRock Fatal1ty Z77 Professional features a sleek black and red color scheme with eye-catching accents, making it an attractive centerpiece for any gaming rig. The motherboard layout is optimized for easy cable management and accessibility, which is a boon for those who frequently upgrade or modify their systems.

Overall, the ASRock Fatal1ty Z77 Professional combines advanced features, solid performance, and gamer-oriented enhancements, making it a compelling choice for both gaming and professional applications. Its blend of robustness, overclocking capabilities, and extensive connectivity options position it as a top contender among Z77 motherboards on the market.
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