Pros: This motherboard packs a lot in a small package. Plenty of USB 2 and 3 ports, and even has a serial port header (connector not included). Also it is fanless and quiet. Built-in bluetooth works well, didn't test wifi The included antenna is adjustable and has a magnetic base so it will stick to the top or the side of the case.

Cons: Dual-band Intel 7260 wireless requires some messing around to make it work in Debian Linux. Doesn't matter to me since mine is using the Atheros Ethernet interface. There are also some (fixable but annoying) issues with Linux support for the Intel Ethernet and Intel HD audio.

Other Thoughts: When I first set it up, the system would just power-cycle (no POST) whenever I had RAM installed in slot #1. I contacted Gigabyte support and they got back to me on the 2nd business day after I wrote them. They said this is usually caused by a bent pin on the CPU socket. I took out the CPU and yes indeed there was a bent pin. I was able to straighten it with a needle and fix my problem. Don't know whether it was my mistake or a defect -- but all's well that ends well!

Pros: Very fast, compatible RAM. You can't go wrong with this if you need DDR3-1600 RAM, unless you were trying to save money - cuz this isn't your cheapest option...

Cons: Not really any negatives. This is not the lowest of the low-profile RAM, because the heat spreaders add a few millimeters of height. Not a problem for me.

Other Thoughts: Used in GIGABYTE GA-Z87N-WIFI motherboard, no problems.