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Manufacturer Limited Warranty period (parts): 3 years
Manufacturer Limited Warranty period (labor): 3 years
Pros: Pros - onboard graphics, can use a variety of processors, quick performance and easy set-up. I built this board for my mother who uses the computer for surfing the web, paying bills online, watch an occasional video, type up some documents, fax, etc. - very light usage. The board is fast and fits her needs perfectly. Overclocking isn’t an issue; however, if you need to adjust ram timings and are in to light to moderate overclocking, then this board will do. Again, for the price, stability and quality of this board, it’s an excellent deal.
System: G.Skill – 4gb DDR 800mhz (FAST!!) Cooler Master Centurion 5 WD 320gb (Blue) HD E5200 running at stock speed (2.5ghz) OCZ Modstream 600w (got it for a steal at $30)
I loaded everything up and the computer just worked and worked fast. Really can't ask for more than that.
Cons: None
Other Thoughts: This board was very easy to set up and can accept a variety of processors. I purchased this board based on price and use - every day computer for simple tasks. As this was my 1st ever computer build, I couldn't have asked for an easier board. It's loaded with enough sata ports for what it will be used for. If you’re looking for a stable board for an excellent price, then you really can’t go wrong with the G31-ES2L. The board has been used for over a year now and I couldn’t be any happier. I'm definitely sold on Gigabyte quality.
If you need to make additional adjustments on this board, just hit control+F1 and more options become available. Read the QVL for memory and you won't go wrong.
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Great motherboard!
Reviewed By: on 7/26/2010
Tech Level: high - Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
Pros: Great motherboard, very reliable. I loved it! It was so simple to use, especially the BIOS. Had no problems with it at all. Ran GeIL Gaming Grade 2GB RAM @ 4-4-4-12, E3300 Dual Core (Did some light overclocking hehe, 2.5GHz to 2.8GHz, though this board is not really meant for it.) The pins for the power button, reset switch etc are all color coded and printed on the board, very newb friendly. I would recommend this board for a beginner.
Cons: Not a con, just bad luck. My first board came DOA a couple days just after I had gotten it. I'm not going to be a baby about it like other people on here and give it 1 egg just cause I got a bad board. It happens. I will say that this board could use two more RAM slots though.
Other Thoughts: This is a light to mid end board. Don't expect anything crazy out of it.
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Great budget mobo
Reviewed By: bob on 7/25/2010
Tech Level: high - Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
This user purchased this item from Newegg
Pros: This mobo reeks of durable construction. Comes with color-matching cables. Onboard graphics save money for the budget build. Everything works, driver installation was easy. Northbridge heatsink is cool looking and works nicely.
Cons: I tried using a new SATA hdd with an older IDE dvd drive. Windows would not install because 'a required cd/dvd driver could not be found'. After googling this for a while, the problem was the mobo, not a driver issue.
The Problem: you can use the SATA standard, or you can use the aging IDE standard. Not both at the same time. If you are buying all of the parts for your build new, just buy SATA and you will be perfectly fine. If you are re-using parts from an older build (i.e. old IDE dvd drive, old ide hard drive) you will either be stuck with the old standard, or you can buy adapters for the newer standard. I wasn't expecting this (this was my first build). I ended up spending 20 bucks on a new dvd drive, and everything was working perfectly.
idk, maybe my board is defective, but just buy SATA and you will be fine.
Other Thoughts: The only reason I gave this 4/5 instead of 5/5 was because of my one con, otherwise, I have been very impressed with this mobo, and will probably buy a gigabyte board again. I love this board!
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Model
Brand
GIGABYTE
Model
GA-G31M-ES2L
Supported CPU
CPU Socket Type
LGA 775
CPU Type
Core 2 Quad / Core 2 Extreme / Core 2 Duo
FSB
1333/1066MHz
Chipsets
North Bridge
Intel G31
South Bridge
Intel ICH7
Memory
Number of Memory Slots
2×240pin
Memory Standard
DDR2 800
Maximum Memory Supported
4GB
Channel Supported
Dual Channel
Expansion Slots
PCI Express x16
1
PCI Express x1
1
PCI Slots
2
Storage Devices
PATA
1 x ATA100 2 Dev. Max
SATA 3Gb/s
4
Onboard Video
Onboard Video Chipset
Intel GMA 3100
Onboard Audio
Audio Chipset
Realtek ALC883
Audio Channels
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel (Note) Note: To configure 7.1-channel audio, you need connect with the port of HD Audio standard via front panel and enable the multi-channel audio feature through the audio driver.
Onboard LAN
LAN Chipset
Realtek 8111C
Max LAN Speed
10/100/1000Mbps
Rear Panel Ports
PS/2
2
COM
1
LPT
1
Video Ports
D-Sub
USB 1.1/2.0
4 x USB 2.0
Audio Ports
3 Ports
Onboard USB
Onboard USB
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
Physical Spec
Form Factor
Micro ATX
Dimensions
9.6" x 7.6"
Power Pin
24 Pin
Packaging
Package Contents
GA-G31M-ES2L Driver Disk User Manual Rear I/O Panel Shield IDE/PATA Cable FDD Cable SATA Cable
Reviewed By: The Wood on 7/26/2010
Tech Level: average - Ownership: more than 1 year
