1.2 Specifications

 

 

Platform

- ATX Form Factor: 12.0-in x 9.6-in, 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm

 

 

 

- Premium Gold Capacitor design (100% Japan-made

 

 

 

high-quality Conductive Polymer Capacitors)

 

 

CPU

- Supports 3rd and 2nd Generation Intel® CoreTM i7 / i5 / i3 in

 

 

 

LGA1155 Package

 

 

 

- Digi Power Design

 

 

 

- 16 + 8 Power Phase Design

 

 

 

- Supports Intel® Turbo Boost 2.0 Technology

 

 

 

- Supports Intel® K-Series unlocked CPU

 

 

 

- Supports Hyper-Threading Technology (see CAUTION 1)

 

 

 

- Supports Intel® Rapid Start Technology and Smart Connect

 

 

 

Technology with Intel® Ivy Bridge CPU

 

 

Chipset

- Intel® Z77

 

 

Memory

- Dual Channel DDR3 Memory Technology (see CAUTION 2)

 

 

 

- 4 x DDR3 DIMM slots

 

 

 

- Supports DDR3 2800+(OC)/2400(OC)/2133(OC)/1866(OC)/

 

 

 

1600/1333/1066 non-ECC, un-buffered memory

 

 

 

- Max. capacity of system memory: 32GB (see CAUTION 3)

 

 

 

- Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)1.3/1.2

 

 

Expansion Slot

- 2 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots (PCIE2/PCIE4: single at x16

 

 

 

(PCIE2) / x8 (PCIE4) or dual at x8/x8 mode)

 

 

 

(see CAUTION 4)

 

 

 

* PCIE 3.0 is only supported with Intel® Ivy Bridge CPU. With

 

 

 

Intel® Sandy Bridge CPU, it only supports PCIE 2.0.

 

 

 

- 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot (PCIE5: x4 mode)

 

 

 

- 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x 1 slots

 

 

 

- 2 x PCI slots

 

 

 

- Supports AMD Quad CrossFireXTM, 3-Way CrossFireXTM and

 

 

 

CrossFireXTM

 

 

 

- Supports NVIDIA® Quad SLITM and SLITM

 

 

Graphics

* Intel® HD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs can

English

 

 

be supported only with processors which are GPU

 

 

Sync Video, Intel® InTruTM 3D, Intel® Clear Video HD

 

 

 

integrated.

 

 

 

- Supports Intel® HD Graphics Built-in Visuals: Intel® Quick

 

 

 

Technology, Intel® InsiderTM, Intel® HD Graphics 2500/4000,

 

 

 

Intel® Advanced Vector Extensions (AVX)

 

 

 

 

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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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