Question 1

Does this support a 3rd generation chipset?

Accepted Answer

I am running the 3gen i5 k series no problems. Lost mic but not sure if it board or case issued

Question 2

what watt power supply to use with this motherboard?

Accepted Answer

I am using a 500w supply but it really depends on the other hardware components that you are supporting with it.... I am running Gforce NVIDIA 760 (I think?) I have to look but that is at least ballpark which is a fairly demanding video card. I have run system with games and common tasks and video streaming/downloading and have not had a single issue with the powersupply for almost a year now. I really have no complaints. I think 500w would be a minimum though if you want assurance other than this answer move up to a 700w-750w supply.

Question 3

sandy bridge or ivy bridge?

Accepted Answer

Both work just fine.

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