Intel Core™ i7 Processors feature triple channel DDR3 support
Intel Core™ i7 processors feature the memory controller integrated directly into the processor die rather than as part of the Northbridge as in previous generations, allowing for faster memory performance. Core™ i7 processors also provide additional memory support including:
• 3 channels, 6 DIMMs
• Up to 2 DIMMs per channel
• Supports single, dual and quad-bank DIMMs
QPI (QuickPath
Interconnect)
Replacing the role of FSB
Intel uses the QPI to connect internal components of Core™ i7 processors , and to connect the CPU itself to the Northbridge and banks of memory.
QPI delivers:
Up to 25.6GB/sec of bandwidth between Core™ i7 processors and the rest of the system, providing exactly double the bandwidth of 1600 MHz FSB
Intel Turbo Boost
Technology
Dynamically reroutes power to improve performance
For situations when all cores are not needed for a particular workload, Intel Turbo Boost Technology powers down the idle cores and dynamically reroutes the power to the active cores, boosting their performance without wasting power. This allows the active cores to achieve significant overclocks.
Multi-display support with
3 way CrossFireX™ and 3 way SLI™
Flexible graphics capabilities - Up to 3 VGA cards are supported for either 3 way CrossFireX™ or 3 way SLI™ action, delivering the ultimate in graphics performance for gaming enthusiasts who demand the highest frame rates without compromising on resolution.
Precision OV
Hardware Over Voltage Control ICs
provide more voltage control
options than before (CPU, NB & Memory).
HW linear real time voltage control provides finer voltage control steppings as little as 20 mV min (.002 V) with no delay compared to previous GPIO.
Debug LED
Embedded post code Debug LED display indicates system status for users.
Onboard Quick Switches
Onboard Power, Clear CMOS and Reset buttons allow for quick and easy tweaking for power users working in a chassis environment.
Real-time LED Display onboard
OV-Alert LED
Embedded 4 sets of overvoltage LEDs indicating the overvoltage level of the CPU, memory, North Bridge and South Bridge to prevent component damage.
OC-Alert LED
Onboard LEDs indicating the level of CPU overclock.
TMP-Alert LED
Two sets of temperature indicating LEDs indicate the temperature level of the CPU and North Bridge.
• Most Future CPU Headroom
Supports latest Intel® Core™ i7 processors
• 3 Way PCIe 2.0 Graphics Interface
3 PCIe 2.0 x16 graphic interfaces support both
3 way CrossFireX™ and 3 way SLI™ for ultimate
graphics performance
• Best Audio Experience
Dolby Home Theater delivers outstanding
entertainment listening experience and supports Blu-ray
playback through it's 106dB SNR ALC889A HD audio codec
• DualBIOS™ Protection
2 Physical BIOS ROMs onboard to provide double protection against virus attack
and firmware/ physical damage
• VRD 11.1 Design
Advanced virtual 12 power phase design with VRD 11.1 support,
allowing 2 phase operation for unequalled power efficiency
• Precision OV
Unique hardware controller IC to provide more voltage control and
finer stepping control for CPU, NB and memory
• Onboard Debug LED
Display simplifies motherboard troubleshooting
• 10 SATA Ports with RAID
Supports 10 devices without the need for drivers to be installed
before being fully operational
• Extended Multi-Phase Power Design
Embedded 2 power phases for NB chipset and 2 power
phases for memory, ensuring enhanced overclock stability
and longer component lifespan
• Unique Dynamic Power LED Indicator
Featuring dynamic 6-Gear
switching with LED indicating the current active phases
• Enables New Levels of Memory Performance
Support for 3 channel DDR3 memory with 50% bandwidth increase to 192 bits
for ever greater memory performance
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