DDR3 2200*/1800/1600/1333/1066/800 * To reach DDR3 2200 MHz and above, you are required to use with Intel Core i7/Core i5 CPU without HD Graphics and install a discrete graphics card. When using Intel Core i5/Core i3/ Pentium CPU with HD Graphics, the maximum memory speed supported is 1666 MHz
The Gigabyte GA-H55M-USB3 incorporates Intel's brand-new H55 chipset, offering a valuable and affordable motherboard.
As a Micro ATX motherboard, the Gigabyte GA-H55M-USB3 supports the latest Intel i3/i5/i7 based processors in an LGA1156 package. With Intel H55 chipset, this board provides full support for Intel's 32nm Clarkdale CPUs with an integrated HD GPU. It also provides full supports for Dual Channel DDR3 SDRAM up to 16GB running at 2200+MHz (OC). With PCI-E x16 graphics interface, upgrading 3D performance will never be a problem. The Gigabyte GA-H55M-USB3 also supports the newest NEC SuperSpeed USB 3.0 with superfast transfer rates of up to 5Gbps.
Discover the advanced features brought to you by Gigabyte such as AutoGreen technology and DualBIOS technology.
Intel Flexible Display InterfaceIntel H55 chipset supports both Core i7 and Core i5 CPU without an integrated GPU and the latest Intel 32nm Clarkdale Core i3 and Core i5 CPU with an HD GPU so you can enjoy smooth HD movies without an independent graphics card.
SuperSpeed USB 3.0 TechnologyThe Gigabyte GA-H55M-USB3 USB 3.0 Adapter equips the revolutionary SuperSpeed USB 3.0 technology to deliver up to 5Gbps bandwidth which is 10x faster than USB 2.0 and boosts data transfer rate between a PC and USB device.
DDR3 2200+ SupportFour 240-pin DIMM sockets support up to 16GB of non-ECC DDR3 memory at speeds of over 2200MHz, ensuring ample capacity for any application.
Gigabyte DualBIOSGigabyte DualBIOS technology protects the BIOS from virus attacks. With its innovative backup BIOS design, this platform provides twice the security thus assuring the PC's stability.
Ultra Durable 3 TechnologyThe Gigabyte GA-H55M-USB3 features revolutionary Ultra Durable 3 technology with a 2oz copper PCB design to help reduce system temperature and dramatically enhance performance.
Advanced Display InterfacesThe Gigabyte GA-H55M-USB3 features the next generation HDMI and DisplayPort to deliver unprecedented digital video.
DDR3 2200*/1800/1600/1333/1066/800 * To reach DDR3 2200 MHz and above, you are required to use with Intel Core i7/Core i5 CPU without HD Graphics and install a discrete graphics card. When using Intel Core i5/Core i3/ Pentium CPU with HD Graphics, the maximum memory speed supported is 1666 MHz
Maximum Memory Supported
16GB
Channel Supported
Dual Channel
Expansion Slots
PCI Express 2.0 x16
1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16
PCI Express x16
1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x1 (PCIEX4_X1)
PCI Slots
2 x PCI Slots
Storage Devices
PATA
1 x ATA133 2 Dev. Max
SATA 3Gb/s
7 x SATA 3Gb/s
SATA RAID
0/1/JBOD by GIGABYTE SATA2 chip (SATA2_5, SATA2_6)
Onboard Audio
Audio Chipset
Realtek ALC889
Audio Channels
8 Channels
Onboard LAN
LAN Chipset
Realtek 8111D
Max LAN Speed
1Gbps
Rear Panel Ports
Back I/O Ports
1 x eSATA 3GB/S / 1 x HDMI / 1 x Optical S/PDIF Out / 1 x PS/2 / 2 x USB 3.0 / 4 x USB 2.0/1.1