GIGABYTE GA-EP45-UD3P Motherboard

The GA-EP45-UD3P introduces revolutionary Gigabyte Ultra Durable 3 technology featuring a 2 oz copper PCB to help reduce system temperature and dramatically enhance performance.

Based on the Intel P45 chipset the GA-EP45-UD3P delivers a record-setting 1600MHz FSB for the Intel Core 2 multi-core processors, and supports dual channel DDR2 memory at speeds of up to 1366MHz and even higher.

The GA-EP45-UD3P boasts dual PCI Express 2.0 VGA card slots for ATI CrossFireX support with ultra smooth 3D rendering and blazingly-fast frame rates.

Additionally, the board incorporates Gigabyte DES Advanced technology for industry leading energy saving and enhanced system efficiency.

* Form Factor: ATX
* Processor Interface: Socket 775
* Processors Supported: Intel Celeron, Intel Core 2 Duo, Intel Core 2 Extreme, Intel Core 2 Quad, Intel Pentium Dual Core and Intel Celeron Dual Core
* Additional Technologies: Intel Quad Core Ready
* Front Side Bus: 1600MHz, 800MHz, 1066MHz and 1333MHz
* BIOS: Dual BIOS
* Northbridge: Intel P45

Intel DX58SO Extreme Series Desktop Board

Supporting new Intel® Core™ i7 processors, the Intel® DX58SO Extreme Series Desktop Board combines the latest and most innovative technologies from the world leader in silicon innovation to unlock limitless possibilities. Offering nothing short of mind-blowing performance, the Intel® DX58SO Extreme Series Desktop Board pulls out all the stops in its quest to constantly deliver the thrill of new capabilities. Designed to be combined with the latest Intel® Core™ i7 and Intel® Core™ i7 Extreme Edition processors from Intel, this board sets a new standard in desktop computing and multitasking performance.

Unleash incredible new levels of brilliant performance
Designed to meet the needs of the most demanding users, the Intel® DX58SO Extreme Series X58 Desktop Board can run the most demanding applications and still achieve mind-blowing results. From editing HD video to running the most demanding next-generation applications, when performance is required, the Intel® DX58SO Extreme Series X58 Desktop Board delivers. This board combines the latest innovations from the leader in silicon technology to pull out all the stops. Recommended for anyone looking for outstanding performance and the ability to work and play at a whole new level.

Intel® Extreme Series Desktop Boards
Built to deliver extreme performance for workstation needs, hardcore gaming, media editing, and still offer significant headroom for future upgrades, Intel® Extreme Series Desktop Boards are the motherboards of choice for the truly hardcore who refuse to compromise when it comes to performance.

Choose Your Graphics: PCI Express 2.0 discrete graphics support
Choose your weapon with support for PCI Express 2.0 discrete graphics with two full speed x16 slots and one x4 (x16 mechanically compatible) slots. Support for both Nvidia or ATI single discrete graphics cards, the Intel® DX58SO Extreme Series Desktop Board also enables you to step up to ATI CrossFireX dual-graphics cards for the ultimate in 3D gaming performance and visual quality. This is the board of choice for those requiring significant graphics processing headroom.

Intel® Core i7™ Compatible
Maximize the performance of your Intel Extreme Series Desktop Board by capitalizing on its support for the latest quad-core technologies from Intel including the revolutionary new Intel® Core i7™ and Intel® Core i7™ Extreme Edition processors. Thanks to Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology, these processors offer breakthrough performance headroom and performance with next-generation software applications. With more computing “brains”, new multi-core processing systems can run resource intensive games and multimedia applications simultaneously with ease.

Overclocker Friendly
Built to be tweaked and pushed to the limits, Intel Extreme Series Desktop Boards feature integrated and simple-to-use tools for overclocking and adjusting performance. Take advantage of automatic and manual performance tuning, hardware feedback, temperature and fan monitoring, and more. It’s easier than ever to overclock while keeping an eye firmly fixed on hardware stats. And because these boards are built to Intel’s exacting standards of quality, reliability and performance, you can push them to the limits with confidence. For performance enthusiasts looking to squeeze every last ounce of performance out of their hardware, Intel Extreme Series Desktop Boards provide a stable foundation for a benchmark-shattering system.

Advanced Technical Specifications:

* Processor Socket: LGA 1366
* Compatible Processor Types: Intel® Core™ i7, Intel® Core™ i7 Extreme Edition
* Intel® QuickPath Interconnect: Connects to the processor for 25.6 GB/s maximum peak bandwidth
* Chipset Type: Intel® X58 Express
* Memory
o Memory Slots: 4x240-pin
o Memory Standard: 1066/1333/1600 MHz DDR3
o Maximum Supported Memory: 8 GB
* Expansion Slots
o PCI Express 2.0 x16 connectors: 2
o PCI Express x1 connections: 1
o PCI bus connectors: 1
* Storage Devices
o SATA 3Gb/s: 6
o eSATA: 2
* Onboard Audio
o Audio Chipset: Intel® High Definition Audio
o Audio Channels: 8-channel (7.1) Dolby Home Theater
o S/PDIF Out: 2 digital audio outputs
o Audio Ports: 5 analog audio outputs
* Onboard Max LAN Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbits/sec
* Onboard USB: 12 USB 2.0 ports (8 external ports, 2 internal headers)
* Onboard IEEE 1394: 2 IEEE1394a ports (1 back panel connector, 1 header)
* Physical Specifications
o Form Factor: ATX
o Dimensions: 12 inches x 9.6 inches (304.80 mm x 243.84 mm)
* Additional Technologies: Two full-speed PCI Express 2.0 x16 slots, Intel® TurboBoost Technology, Intel® Fast Memory Access, Intel® Extreme Memory Profile supports overclocking beyond 1333 MHz, Dolby Control Center, Intel® Desktop Control Center and Exclusive Intel® Fault-Tolerant BIOS virtually eliminates downtime due to corrupted BIOS
* Warranty: 3 years

EVGA X58 SLI Core i7 Motherboard

The EVGA X58 SLI Motherboard is designed for the overclocking addict.

The features of the 132-BL-E758-A1 includes support for Intel processors including Intel Core i7 processors, EVGA VDroop control that stabilizes voltage and ensures the maximum stability when overclocking, onboard clear CMOS, Power and Reset buttons, with reset button showing HDD activity, EVGA E-LEET tuning utility gives you quick access to overclocking controls without going into the BIOS, 100% solid state capacitors allowing for better overclocking and stability, EVGA EZ voltage gives hardcore overclockers quick access to reading their voltage levels, onboard debug LED shows current CPU temp, Intel X58/ICH10R chipset, 6DIMM Triple Channel DDR3 at 1333MHz+,enthusiast layout supporting 2 Way SLI, 3 Way SLI, and CrossFireX, 10 SATA II 3.0GB/s ports,(1 e-SATA), 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports, 8 channel audio with coax and optical, support for up to 12 USB ports(8 i/o and 4 external), 2 1394 firewire ports, innovative chipset fan with sideways exhaust, and detached enthusiast VREG cooler.

Built for Microsoft Vista. Product comes with a one year warranty with lifetime warranty free with registration.. Product must be registered at www.evga.com within 30 days of purchase to get the lifetime warranty.

* Supports Intel Core i7 processors and X58 Chipset
* Supports Triple Channel DDR3 Memory at 1333 MHz+
* EVGA Vdroop control for maximum stability when overclocking
* Onboard clear CMOS power and reset buttons showing HDD activity
* EVGA E-LEET tuning utility gives you quick access to overclocking controls without going into the BIOS
* Form Factor: ATX
* Processor Interface: LGA1366
* Processors Supported: Intel Core i7, Intel Core i7 Extreme
* Additional Technologies: HyperThreading Technology, SLI Ready, CrossFireX Ready, Supports 45nm CPU, Intel QuickPath Interconnect
* Northbridge: Intel X58
* Southbridge: Intel ICH10R
* Number of Slots: 6
* Number of Pins: 240-Pin
* Memory Supported: 800MHz DDR3

Intel Core 2 Duo E8500 Processor

Built for mainstream users who might occasionally require some additional performance, Intel® Core™2 Duo processors featuring Intel's exclusive 45nm architecture are ideal for users interested in surfing the Web, checking email, shopping online, manipulating images, downloading, and watching videos—all at the same time. Robust multitasking capabilities ensure that a computing platform featuring the dual-core Intel Core 2 Duo processor won't slow down, even when running multiple software applications simultaneously.

Intel® Core™2 Duo Processor Product Highlight
Combining Intel's highly efficient 45nm manufacturing technology and Intel® Core™ microarchitecture, the Intel Core 2 Duo processor delivers robust performance for both home and business software applications. With two complete computing "brains" on one physical processor, this dual-core processor delivers more performance with greater energy efficiency than older single-core processors. For PC users, this means doing more simultaneously with less slowdown and hesitation.

Intel Technology
45nm Hafnium-Based Architecture. Thanks to a naturally occurring element called Hafnium, Intel engineers were able to shrink the size of new Intel processors and pack more computing technology into less space. The result is improved performance with less energy wastage.

Intel® Wide Dynamic Execution. Enables the delivery of more instructions per clock cycle for shorter execution times and improved energy efficiency—accomplish more simultaneously and with greater efficiency.

Intel® Intelligent Power Capability. Turning off portions of the processor when they aren't being used improves overall energy efficiency and reduces heat production, resulting in a quieter, more energy efficient system.

Intel® Smart Memory Access. Increasing available data bandwidth means more multitasking with less slowdown—run more demanding applications simultaneously and accomplish more in less time.

Intel® Advanced Smart Cache. Placing data closer to the processing cores improves platform responsiveness and performance with a wide range of applications.

Intel® Advanced Digital Media Boost. Accelerates performance with a wide range of applications, including video, gaming, speech and image, photo processing, encryption, financial, engineering and scientific applications.

Intel® HD Boost. Available only on the latest 45nm Intel processors, this revolutionary technology takes Intel® Advanced Digital Media Boost and improves it even further, enabling significant gains on the latest SSE4 instruction set. SSE4-optimized applications, such as video editing and encoding in high-definition resolution will see additional performance improvements

Performance for Multitasking
With two powerful and highly efficient processing cores, the Intel Core 2 Duo processor frees you to run multiple software applications at the same time without compromising performance or responsiveness. Everything including email, downloading, online shopping, and video editing can be done simultaneously and with greater efficiency. No longer is it necessary to choose between work and play.

Energy Efficiency
When working or playing hard, you want to keep distractions to a minimum. Thanks to Intel's exclusive 45nm technology, the Intel Core 2 Duo processor runs very efficiently—consuming less energy and producing less heat then previous-generation processors. Since desktop PCs featuring the Intel Core 2 Duo processor run cooler, they require less cooling, meaning fewer fans and a quieter computing experience. And with energy-saving features that shut down portions of the processor when they are not in use, the Intel Core 2 Duo processor is easier on your energy bill and the environment.

* Intel Core 2 Duo E8500 3.16 GHz processor, Heatsink and Fan
* 3.16 GHz Processor
* 6 MB L2 Cache
* 1333 MHz Front Side Bus
* LGA 775 Socket
* Intel
* Model: BX80570E8500
* Computer Cpu Manufacturer: Intel
* cache memory installed size: 6 MB
* Warranty: 3 years warranty
* Processor Model Number: E8500

AMD Phenom II X4 940 Black Edition Processor

You can take performance over the top with AMD Phenom II processors. Second generation AMD Phenom II processors feature a refined architecture, the award-winning innovation of AMD64 technology with direct connect architecture, and 45nm technology for maximum performance headroom.

You can get the tune performance with the superior headroom of AMD Phenom II processors. Combined with ATI Radeon HD graphics cards, they deliver extreme visual performance and the ability to control and monitor system functions.Build a total system tuned for performance, beginning with an all-AMD solution including AMD Phenom II processors, AMD chipsets, and ATI Radeon HD graphics with CrossFireX technology for multi-GPU support. Experience the power of gaming beyond high definition.

* Phenom II - Quad Core
* 8MB Cache Memory
* 3.0GHz Clock Speed
* Socket AM2+
* TDP - 125W
* Processor Speed: X4 940 / 3.00GHz
* Processor Interface: Socket AM2+
* Processor Class: Phenom II
* Processor Core: Deneb
* Cache Size: 4 x 512KB L2
* Cache Size: 6MB L3
* Bus Speed: 1800MHz (3600 MT/s)
* Additional Technologies: MMX

AMD Phenom X4 9950 Black Edition Processor

Discover amazing speed with True Quad-Core Performance. Featuring true multi-core design and award-winning AMD64 technology with Direct Connect Architecture, AMD Phenom 9000 Series processors deliver the ultimate mega tasking experience by providing direct and rapid information flow between processor cores, main memory, and graphics and video accelerators.

AMD Phenom 9000 Series processors have the technology to break through the most challenging processing loads. AMD Phenom 9000 Series processors feature low latency access to main memory for amazingly rapid response and phenomenal system performance. AMD Phenom 9000 Series processors were designed for mega tasking?running multiple, multi-threaded applications. Surge through the most demanding processing loads, including advanced multitasking, critical business productivity, advanced visual design and modeling, serious gaming, and visually stunning digital media and entertainment.

All AMD Phenom 9000 series processors feature AMD64 with Direct Connect Architecture to blast through performance bottlenecks. AMD Phenom processors include AMD Digital Media XPress 2.0 technology, advanced technology that delivers sharper and more lifelike 3D graphics. Award winning HyperTransport 3.0 technology just got faster, providing support for full 1080p high-definition video and extreme total system bandwidth. Also AMD's advanced power management technology can help reduce PCs' heat output and increase power efficiency. The AMD Phenom 9000 Series processor is advanced technology. 125W Thermal Design Power.

* 2.6 GHz processor, 65nm
* 2MB L2 Cache
* 2MB L3 Cache
* 2000MHz HyperTransport
* Socket AM2 +
* Processor Speed: 9950 / 2.60GHz
* Processor Interface: Socket AM2+
* Processor Class: Phenom X4
* Processor Core: Agena
* Cache Size: 2MB L3
* Cache Size: 4 x 512KB L2
* Bus Speed: 2000MHz (4000 MT/s)
* Additional Technologies: MMX

Intel Core 2 Quad Q9550 Processor

Four computing cores in a single processor give multitasking users the ultimate edge in efficiency and performance—no matter what software application they are running. With a quad-core processor featuring Intel's revolutionary new 45nm architecture, multimedia experiences are faster and more responsive as video transfers, image rendering, data compression, and intense gaming applications are streamlined to process seamlessly with remarkable speed. As a result, demanding users can accomplish more in less time.

Intel® Core™2 Quad Processor Product Highlight
Starting with Intel's revolutionary new high-efficiency, high-performance 45nm processor technology, Intel engineers decided to go one step farther in the performance department. By including up to 12 MB of shared L2 cache and Front Side Bus speeds of up to 1333 MHz, the Intel® Core™2 Quad processor pushes the technological innovation envelope farther than ever before. For users, this means the latest and most advanced software applications can open and run faster than ever before with superior responsiveness. When used with the latest multimedia software and next-generation games, dropped frames, long waiting times and stuttering performance are history.

Intel Technology
45nm Hafnium-Based Architecture. Thanks to a naturally occurring element called Hafnium, Intel engineers were able to shrink the size of new Intel processors and pack more computing technology into less space. The result is improved performance with less energy wastage.

Intel® Wide Dynamic Execution. Enables the delivery of more instructions per clock cycle for shorter execution times and improved energy efficiency—accomplish more simultaneously and with greater efficiency.

Intel® Intelligent Power Capability. Turning off portions of the processor when they aren't being used improves overall energy efficiency and reduces heat production, resulting in a quieter, more energy efficient system.

Intel® Smart Memory Access. Increasing available data bandwidth means more multitasking with less slowdown—run more demanding applications simultaneously and accomplish more in less time.

Intel® Advanced Smart Cache. Placing data closer to the processing cores improves platform responsiveness and performance with a wide range of applications.

Intel® Advanced Digital Media Boost. Accelerates performance with a wide range of applications, including video, gaming, speech and image, photo processing, encryption, financial, engineering and scientific applications.

Intel® HD Boost. Available only on the latest 45nm Intel processors, this revolutionary technology takes Intel® Advanced Digital Media Boost and improves it even further enabling significant gains on the latest SSE4 instruction set. SSE4-optimized applications, such as video editing and encoding in high-definition resolution, will see additional performance improvements

Multimedia
With professional-grade photo, music and HD video editing software readily available for consumers, it's becoming increasingly popular to create, edit, and share entertainment with friends and family. Unfortunately, these same applications are notoriously resource hungry. Built to handle the most demanding software, the four cores of the 45nm Intel Core 2 Quad processor help ensure that when you're working with high-resolution photos, exporting your next audio mashup, or editing HD-quality home movies, your computing platform will be able to keep pace with your creative muse.

Multitasking
A computing platform featuring a new 45nm Intel Core 2 Quad-Core processor maximizes processing efficiency, allowing computer users to juggle multiple projects in multiple applications without experiencing the slowdown typically seen with traditional single-core processors.

Gaming
Next-generation gaming is more than just pretty environments and smooth motion. Behind the incredible visual realism of waterfalls or the unlucky ricochet of a bullet are intense, high-speed calculations of asset streaming, terrain generation, 3D rendering, and physics effects. When running select next-generation games, each of the cores in the Intel Core 2 Quad processor can be dedicated to each of these individual processes, resulting in smoother, more lifelike graphics and further blurring the line between virtual and reality.

* Product Type - CPU
* Processor Type - Intel Core 2 Quad
* Clock Speed - 2.8GHz
* Processor Speed: Q9550 / 2.83GHz
* Processor Interface: Socket 775
* Processor Class: Core 2 Quad
* Processor Core: Yorkfield
* Cache Size: 12MB L2
* Bus Speed: 1333MHz
* Additional Technologies: MMX