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Product Specifications

 

 

 

 

 

CPU

 

Š

Support for an Intel® CoreTM 2 Extreme processor/

 

 

 

Intel® CoreTM 2 Quad processor/Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo processor/

 

 

 

Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core processor/Intel® Celeron® processor

 

 

 

in the LGA 775 package

 

 

 

(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)

 

 

Š L2 cache varies with CPU

Front Side Bus

Š

1600/1333/1066/800 MHz FSB

 

Chipset

 

Š

North Bridge: Intel® P45 Express Chipset

 

 

 

Š South Bridge: Intel® ICH10R

Memory

 

Š

4 x 1.8V DDR2 DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB of system memory (Note 1)

 

 

 

Š Dual channel memory architecture

 

 

Š Support for DDR2 1366/1066/800/667 MHz memory modules

 

 

 

(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.)

Audio

 

Š

Realtek ALC889A codec

 

 

 

Š

High Definition Audio

 

 

Š

2/4/5.1/7.1-channel

 

 

Š Support for Dolby® Home Theater (Note 2)

 

 

Š Support for S/PDIF In/Out

 

 

Š Support for CD In

LAN

 

Š

2 x Realtek 8111C chips (10/100/1000 Mbit)

 

 

 

Š

Support for Teaming

Expansion Slots

Š

1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (PCIEX16_1) (Note 3)

 

 

 

Š 1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x8 (PCIEX8_1)

 

 

 

(The PCIEX16_1 and PCIEX8_1 slots support ATI CrossFireXTM technology

 

 

 

and conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.)

 

 

Š 3 x PCI Express x1 slots

 

 

Š 2 x PCI slots

Storage Interface

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South Bridge:

 

 

 

 

- 6 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (SATA2_0, SATA2_1, SATA2_2, SATA2_3,

 

 

 

SATA2_4, SATA2_5) supporting up to 6 SATA 3Gb/s devices

 

 

 

- Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10

 

 

Š

GIGABYTE SATA2 chip:

 

 

 

- 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices

 

 

 

- 2 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors (GSATA2_0, GSATA2_1) supporting up to

 

 

 

2 SATA 3Gb/s devices

 

 

 

- Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1 and JBOD

 

 

Š

iTE IT8718 chip:

 

 

 

- 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy disk drive

IEEE 1394

Š

T.I. TSB43AB23 chip

 

 

 

Š Up to 3 IEEE 1394a ports (2 on the back panel, 1 via the IEEE 1394a bracket

 

 

 

connected to the internal IEEE 1394a header)

 

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GA-EP45-UD3P specifications

The Gigabyte GA-EP45-UD3P is a motherboard that gained popularity for its superb balance of performance, features, and price, particularly catering to enthusiasts, gamers, and mainstream PC users. Launched in the late 2000s, it is built on the Intel P45 chipset, making it compatible with Intel's Core 2 Duo, Core 2 Quad, Pentium, and Celeron processors, providing a versatile foundation for various computing needs.

One of the standout features of the GA-EP45-UD3P is its excellent support for overclocking. The motherboard comes equipped with robust voltage regulation, providing stability when pushing CPUs beyond their standard clock speeds. Additionally, its user-friendly BIOS includes extensive options for adjusting CPU and memory settings, making it an appealing choice for those looking to maximize performance.

The GA-EP45-UD3P supports DDR2 memory up to 1200 MHz, and it features four DIMM slots for dual-channel memory configuration, facilitating high memory capacities and bandwidth. With a total of 16 USB 2.0 ports and a pair of IEEE 1394 FireWire ports, connectivity is abundant, ensuring that users can connect multiple peripherals without issue.

In terms of storage, the motherboard offers six SATA ports with RAID support, allowing for flexible configurations ranging from data redundancy to performance enhancements. Furthermore, it also includes one IDE connector, which provides compatibility with legacy devices.

Another key characteristic of the GA-EP45-UD3P is its durable construction, incorporating Gigabyte's Ultra Durable technology. This includes high-quality capacitors, solid capacitors, and a 4-layer PCB design that enhances thermal performance and reliability. The motherboard is also equipped with an advanced thermal management system that features enlarged heatsinks for effective cooling, ensuring that thermal throttling doesn't hinder performance.

For audio, the GA-EP45-UD3P features a Realtek ALC889a audio codec offering eight-channel sound output, delivering a rich audio experience for gaming and multimedia applications.

In summary, the Gigabyte GA-EP45-UD3P stands out with its robust overclocking capabilities, ample connectivity options, extensive storage support, and durable construction, making it a solid choice for those building a powerful and reliable system. Whether for intensive gaming, content creation, or general computing, this motherboard provides a well-rounded performance that still resonates with tech enthusiasts today.