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CPU

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Supports the latest Intel® Pentium® 4 LGA775 CPU

 

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Supports 800/533MHz FSB

 

Š L2 cache varies with CPU

Chipset

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Northbridge: Intel® 915G Express Chipset

 

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Southbridge: Intel® ICH6

Memory

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2

DDR DIMM memory slots (supports up to 4GB memory) (Note 1)

 

Š Supports 2.5V DDR DIMM

 

Š Supports dual channel DDR 400/333 DIMM

 

Š 2 DDR II DIMM memory slots (supports up to 4GB memory) (Note 1)

 

Š Supports 1.8V DDR II DIMM

 

Š Supports dual channel DDR II 600(Note 2)/533/400 DIMM

 

 

(Note: Mixed mode, populating DDR and DDR II memory modules

 

 

simultaneously is not supported.)

Slots

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1

PCI Express x 16 slot

 

Š 2 PCI Express x 1 slots

 

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3

PCI slots

IDE Connections

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1

IDE connection (UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 100), allows connection of 2

 

 

IDE devices(IDE1)

 

Š 2 IDE connection (UDMA 33/ATA 66/ATA 100/ATA 133), compatible with

 

 

RAID, allows connection of 4 IDE devices(IDE2, IDE3)(Note 3)

FDD Connections

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1 FDD connection, allows connection of 2 FDD devices

Onboard SATA

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4 Serial ATA connections

Peripherals

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1 parallel port supporting Normal/EPP/ECP mode

 

Š 1 VGA port, onboard COMA connection

 

Š 8 USB 2.0/1.1 ports (rear x 4, front x 4 via cable)

 

Š 1 front audio connector

 

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1 IR connector

 

Š 1 PS/2 keyboard port

 

Š 1 PS/2 mouse port

Onboard VGA

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Built-in Intel® 915G

Onboard LAN

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Onboard Broadcom 5751/5789 chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)

Š 1 RJ 45 port

(Note 1) Due to standard PC architecture, a certain amount of memory is reserved for system usage and therefore the actual memory size is less than the stated amount.

For example, 4 GB of memory size will instead be shown as 3.xxGB memory during system startup. (Note 2) To use a DDRII 600 memory module on the motherboard, you must install an 800MHz FSB

processor and overclock in BIOS. (Note 3) Only support ATAPI mode for HDD.

GA-8I915G Duo Motherboard

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GA-8I915G DUO specifications

The Intel GA-8I915G DUO motherboard represents an interesting blend of performance, reliability, and modern features designed to meet the demands of users looking for a robust computing platform. Built around Intel's 915G chipset, this motherboard supports Intel's LGA 775 socket, which accommodates various processors including the Pentium 4, Pentium D, and Celeron D.

One of the standout features of the GA-8I915G DUO is its support for dual-channel DDR2 memory. With dual-channel technology, users can take advantage of enhanced memory bandwidth, resulting in improved overall system performance. The motherboard supports a maximum of 4GB of RAM, allowing for efficient multitasking and smoother operation of memory-intensive applications.

The integrated graphics capabilities of the GA-8I915G DUO are powered by Intel’s Graphics Media Accelerator 900 (GMA 900). This provides decent graphical performance suitable for general computing tasks and light gaming. The board also includes a PCI Express x16 slot, which allows for the installation of a dedicated graphics card, providing flexibility for users who require enhanced graphics performance.

Connectivity options on the GA-8I915G DUO are extensive, featuring multiple USB 2.0 ports for peripherals, as well as a Gigabit Ethernet port for high-speed networking. Additionally, the motherboard is equipped with six SATA ports, supporting RAID configurations for enhanced storage performance and data redundancy. This is particularly beneficial for users who demand reliability and efficiency in data management.

Another significant characteristic of the GA-8I915G DUO is its compatibility with various audio technologies. The onboard AC’97 audio provides a satisfactory audio experience for everyday tasks, while also supporting up to 6-channel sound output for a more immersive audio experience during multimedia playback.

The GA-8I915G DUO is designed with ease of use in mind. Its BIOS offers a variety of settings for performance tuning, allowing users to optimize their system according to their preferences. Additionally, the motherboard is built with durable components, ensuring long-lasting performance.

In conclusion, the Intel GA-8I915G DUO motherboard combines a solid feature set with reliable performance, making it an excellent choice for users who need a dependable computing platform for both everyday tasks and multimedia applications.
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