Description
Product Model: GA-X48-DQ6
GA-X48-DQ6 Desktop Board is based on the killer combination of the newest Intel X48 chipset plus support for the latest multi-core processors up to FSB 1600MHz, including the Intel 45nm processors. The GA-X48-DQ6 Desktop Board is CrossFireX enabled with true dual PCI-E 2.0 x16 connectivity for the ultimate in extreme gaming performance. Built tough to provide maximum stability, durability and performance for even the most hard-core gamers, the GA-X48-DQ6 Desktop Board delivers several advanced GIGABYTE innovations including the Ultra Durable 2 design, featuring top quality electronic components which provide optimized power savings, ultra cooling and extended system durability.
Processor & Chipset
Chipset Manufacturer: Intel
Chipset Model: X48 Express
Total Processor Support: 1
Processor Technology: Enhanced SpeedStep Technology
Processor Socket: Socket T
Processor Support: Pentium DCeleron Dual-CorePentium (Extreme Edition)CeleronPentium 4Core 2 ExtremeXeonCore 2 QuadPentium Dual-CorePentium 4 (Extreme Edition)Core 2 Duo
Front Side Bus: 1333MHz1600MHz1066MHz800MHz
Memory
Number of Memory Slots: 4
Maximum Memory: 8GB
Memory Standard: DDR2-1200/PC2-9600DDR2-800/PC2-6400DDR2-667/PC2-5300
Memory Technology: DDR2 SDRAM
I/O Controller
IDE Controller: Yes
IDE Standard: Ultra ATA/133 (ATA-7)
Floppy Controller: Yes
SATA Controller: Yes
SATA Standard: Serial ATA/300
Audio
Sound Controller Manufacturer: Realtek
Sound Controller Model: ALC889A
Audio Channels: 7.1
Network & Communication
Gigabit Ethernet: Yes
I/O Expansions
Expansion Slots: 2 x PCI Express x162 x PCI
Interfaces/Ports
Back Panel Interfaces: 1 x S/PDIF Out2 x IEEE 1394a FireWire4 x Mini-phone Audio Line Out1 x Toslink S/PDIF Out1 x Mini-phone Microphone2 x RJ-45 Network1 x Mini-phone Audio Line In2 x mini-DIN8 x Type A USB 2.0 USB
Front Panel Interfaces: 1 x Audio Header1 x Chassis Intrusion Switch1 x S/PDIF Out1 x S/PDIF In1 x CD-in/Aux-in Connector1 x Power LED1 x Parallel Port Header2 x USB Header1 x HDD LED1 x On/Off Switch1 x FireWire Header1 x COM11 x Reset Switch
Number of IDE Interfaces: 1
Number of SATA Interfaces: 8
Physical Characteristics
Form Factor: ATX
Dimensions: 12.01" Width x 9.61" Depth
Miscellaneous
Additional Information: Chipset:
- North Bridge : Intel X48 Chipset
- South Bridge : Intel ICH9R
Hardware Monitoring:
- System voltage detection
- CPU/System temperature detection
- CPU/System/Power fan speed detection
- CPU overheating warning
- CPU/System/Power fan fail warning
- CPU fan speed control
BIOS:
- Supports QuadBIOS
- 2 x 8 Mbit flash ROM
- Use of licensed AWARD BIOS
- PnP 1.0a
- DMI 2.0
- SM BIOS 2.3
- ACPI 1.0b
Unique Features:
- Support for Dynamic Energy Saver
- Support for @BIOS
- Support for Download Center
- Support for Q-Flash
- Support for EasyTune
- Support for Xpress Install
- Support for Xpress Recovery2
Overclocking:
Voltage adjustments in BIOS Setup (CPU/DDR3/PCIe/FSB/(G)MCH) allow you to: - Increase CPU voltage (Note 5)
- Increase DDR3 voltage by 0.05V to 1.55V with 0.05V increment
- Increase PCIe voltage by 0.05V to 0.75V with 0.05V increment
- Increase FSB voltage by 0.05V to 0.35V with 0.05V increment
- Increase (G)MCH voltage by 0.025V to 0.775V with 0.025V increment
Frequency adjustments in BIOS Setup (CPU/DDR3/PCI-E) allow you to: - Adjust CPU host frequency from 100 MHz to 700 MHz with 1 MHz increment
- Adjust PCI Express frequency from 90 MHz to 150 MHz with 1 MHz increment
Operating System:
- Microsoft Windows Vista
- Microsoft Windows XP
- Microsoft Windows 2000
Green Compliance: Yes
Green Compliance Certificate/Authority: RoHS