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The ABIT AB9 Pro motherboard was one of the first boards on the scene based on the Intel P965 chipset with support for Intel's powerful and energy-efficient Intel Core 2 Duo and Core 2 Extreme processors. It features up to 8 GB dual-channel DDR2 800/667/533 memory with Fast Memory Access technology for maximum platform performance.
Home entertainment applications such as movies, private videos, music, and much more lead to growing demands for storage and high data throughput. The ABIT AB9 Pro is ready for the job with dual PCIe Gigabit LAN, two Firewire ports and a whopping 10 USB 2.0 ports as well as 9 SATA ports and one external SATA connector for unparalleled storage flexibility. This impressive upgradeability and expandability leaves more than enough room for even the most demanding storage needs now and in the future.
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Happy so far
- Pros: Once you set this thing up collectly, it just rock solid. I am using E6600 OC to 2.92GHz using 325 FSB (all voltage remain in stock setting). I know it can go much further, but just no need to. Base on features, performance, price, this board is much better than Asus P5B for sure. Here are some review about this board:
- Cons: For brginners, it may be a little tricky to start with. Need to have floppy drive to install drivers from floppy disks
- Other Thoughts: Here are some points that you may need to know before you go:
1. Try to avoid using OCZ Gold 2x1GB, you will have no post.
2. If you use XMS2 TWIN2X2048-6400C5 2GB 2X1GB, you need to set the vDimm to 1.9V, or you will get errors.
3. When install Windows, you must F6 at the beginning and install the Intel, JMicro, Silicon Image drivers from the prived floppy disks. If not, you have blue screen.
4. Try to avoid Razer Copperhead USB mouse. It may freeze the computer.
Exceptional Board
- Pros: Excellent MB... has 3 choices of RAID controllers... 2 on Jmicron, 2 on Silicon, and 6 on intel RAID matrix. Has all the makings of a light duty server or an extremely nice A/V rig. Easy to configure and to overclock. I have run both the E6600 and the E4300 CPU's on this board and it does very well with either. The E4300 had actually the most impressive performance gain in overclocking.
- Cons: It can be a little picky about RAM... Also I had one board which failed in the PCI controller for the Jmicron RAID and would not allow a bootup after 2 weeks of use... but I think this was just an isolated incident, and I didn't devalue the rating, because NewEgg RMA'd the board in reasonable time and I have not had another incident with any of the other boards or the replacement.
- Other Thoughts: I recommend checking the bios revision to see if it is up to date with the latest and flashing it if it isn't. remember to clear the CMOS with the jumper next to the battery before rebooting. One issue that is worthy of note, and not a negative if you know about it... Be warned... use an old fashioned ps2 keyboard and mouse while setting up the MB for the first time... there is a point in time when the posting will drop the USB support, just before you get to the screen options to hit your Cntrl+J or Cntrl+I for setting up your RAID disks. If you use a USB supported keyboard, you will never be able to access the RAID setup utility during the boot posting. Again... you have to use a ps2 keyboard... period!
| Model | AB9 Pro |
| CPU Socket Type | LGA 775 |
| CPU Type | Core 2 Duo / Pentium D / Celeron D |
| FSB | 1066/800MHz |
| North Bridge | Intel P965 Express |
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Abit MBoards
- Pros: Every Abit board I have use have been GREAT!
You have to be careful with them, because they have alot of features on the board.
I use every caution to keep it Cool.
My main system suppors Routers, 4 camera, Video Rec, Three Sata Harddrv, Three DVD Drv,Zip Drives and it runs cools with the proper cooling. I even have coolers on my Memory (Patriot). The Patriot Memory I 've purchase for Newegg has been running like a champ!
- Cons: Guru information could be a little more straight forward for beginners. But the high end boards are not for beginners
- Other Thoughts: Make sure you use a reliable steady power source.
This can make or break a good board.
Newegg gets all of my business. I hate when Newegg is out of stock and I have to the OTHER web stores
Terrible MB
- Pros: Newegg got here fast.
- Cons: Doesn't boot- sticks at post code C1. Technical support at Abit never responds. Abit charges $7 +$20 for cross shipping a replacement. Doesn't work with 1.9v or above RAM, changed ram to 1.8v doesn't work. tried clearing CMOS doesn't work. Tried removing battery doesn't work.
- Other Thoughts: This is the third manufacturer of MB's I have gotten no response from Tech support when I find an issue with their MB. I have built hundreds of custom machines and Abit is the worse customer support I have found next to EVGA.
sickening
- Pros: nice to look at and has everything i wanted.
- Cons: one board dead out of the box and another just stuborn
it doesnt like my hard drives,it didnt like my processor and its not to fond of my memory. it hasnt complained any about the power supply. alarms work fine and so does the freezing up.
- Other Thoughts: i dont recommend this for a first time builder. be sure to visit abit web site for processor and memory type. learn japanese and get an intercom with auto dialing before trying to speak to a tech.
| Model |
| Brand |
ABIT |
| Model |
AB9 Pro |
| Supported CPU |
| CPU Socket Type |
LGA 775 |
| CPU Type |
Core 2 Duo / Pentium D / Celeron D |
| FSB |
1066/800MHz |
| Supported CPU Technologies |
Hyper-Threading Technology |
| Chipsets |
| North Bridge |
Intel P965 Express |
| South Bridge |
Intel ICH8R |
| Memory |
| Number of Memory Slots |
4×240pin |
| Memory Standard |
DDR2 800 |
| Maximum Memory Supported |
8GB |
| Channel Supported |
Dual Channel |
| Expansion Slots |
| PCI Express x16 |
1 |
| PCI Express x1 |
2 |
| PCI Slots |
2 |
| Storage Devices |
| PATA |
1 x ATA100 2 Dev. Max |
| SATA 3Gb/s |
9 |
| SATA RAID |
0/1/5/10 Matrix RAID |
| Additional RAID Controller |
JMB363, Silicon Image 3132 |
| Onboard Video |
| Onboard Video Chipset |
None |
| Onboard Audio |
| Audio Chipset |
HD Audio |
| Audio Channels |
8 Channels |
| Onboard LAN |
| Max LAN Speed |
Dual 10/100/1000Mbps |
| Rear Panel Ports |
| PS/2 |
2 |
| USB 1.1/2.0 |
4 x USB 2.0 |
| eSATA |
1 x eSATA 3Gb/s |
| S/PDIF Out |
1 x Optical |
| S/PDIF In |
1 x Optical |
| Audio Ports |
6 Ports |
| Onboard USB |
| Onboard USB |
6 x USB 2.0 |
| Physical Spec |
| Form Factor |
ATX |
| Dimensions |
12.0" x 9.6" |
| Power Pin |
24 Pin |
| Features |
| Features |
100% lead-free process and RoHS Compliancy
Notice: Only DDR2-800 memory supporting JEDEC approved 1.8V operation with timings of 5-5-5 or 6-6-6 is supported on Intel Desktop Boards based on Intel 965 Express Chipsets. |
| Packaging |
| Package Contents |
AB9 Pro
User Manual
Driver Disk
Rear I/O Panel Shield
IDE/PATA Cable
FDD Cable
9 x SATA Cable
4 x Floppy Drive Diskette
IEEE 1394 and USB Bracket |
Introduction
The ABIT AB9 Pro motherboard was one of the first boards on the scene based on the Intel P965 chipset with support for Intel's powerful and energy-efficient Intel Core 2 Duo and Core 2 Extreme processors. It features up to 8 GB dual-channel DDR2 800/667/533 memory with Fast Memory Access technology for maximum platform performance.
Home entertainment applications such as movies, private videos, music, and much more lead to growing demands for storage and high data throughput. The ABIT AB9 Pro is ready for the job with dual PCIe Gigabit LAN, two Firewire ports and a whopping 10 USB 2.0 ports as well as 9 SATA ports and one external SATA connector for unparalleled storage flexibility. This impressive upgradeability and expandability leaves more than enough room for even the most demanding storage needs now and in the future.
Highlights
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Intel P965+ICH8R Chipset
The Intel P965 Express Chipset incorporates Intel Fast Memory Access technology to significantly increase overall system performance by optimizing available bandwidth and reduction of memory access latency. Up to dual-channel DDR2 800 memory is supported by the P965 chipset to provide up to 12.8 GB/s peak memory bandwidth for greater platform performance and memory flexibility. The ICH8R also features SATA 3Gb/s with Intel Matrix Storage Technology support, High-Speed USB 2.0 and HD Audio support.
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Intel Core 2 Processor Support
This motherboard supports the next-generation LGA 775 Intel Core 2 processors, including the Core 2 Duo and Core 2 Extreme. With new Intel Core microarchitecture technology, the Intel Core 2 processors are considered some of the most powerful and energy efficient CPUs in the world.
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Silent OTES Cooling
The Silent OTES cooling solution keeps the chipset and MOSFETs cool with the latest heatpipe technology. Heatpipes do without an active fan, cutting down on noise pollution from your case and enhancing the stability of components on your motherboard.
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ABIT µGuru Technology
Exclusive ABIT-Engineered motherboard technology is designed for unprecedented power, convenience and control over your PC. µGuru enables end-users to reach a higher state of hardware awareness and enlightenment, providing users the perfect environment with which to maximize system performance and stability.
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10 SATA 3Gb/s Connectors with RAID
The ABIT AB9 PRO features 9 internal SATA 3Gb/s connectors and an external SATA 3Gb/s port to satisfy even the most storage-hungry demands. The JMicron JMB363 and Intel ICH8R feature 8 internal SATA ports with RAID support and the PCIe Silicon Image Sil3132 controller supports an external SATA and an additional internal SATA 3Gb/s interface allowing RAID 0 and RAID 1.
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S/PDIF In/Out Interface
S/PDIF allows connections to today's hottest digital audio devices without signal loss. Connect S/PDIF out to an AC-3 decoder for full-on theater quality digital sound.
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Quick Specs
| CPU Socket Type | LGA 775 |
| CPU Type | Core 2 Duo / Pentium D / Celeron D |
| FSB | 1066/800MHz |
| North Bridge | Intel P965 Express |
| South Bridge | Intel ICH8R |
| PCI Express x16 | 1 |
| SATA 3Gb/s | 9 |
| Max LAN Speed | Dual 10/100/1000Mbps |
| USB 1.1/2.0 | 4 x USB 2.0 |
| Form Factor | ATX |
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Reviewed By: on 10/13/2006
Tech Level: somewhat high - Ownership: 1 month to 1 year
