The Gigabyte GA-Z77-DS3H motherboard is powered by Intel Z77 Express Chipset and can accommodate 3rd generation Intel Core processors in LGA1155 package. It features two PCIe x16 slots with two-way CrossFireX support, mSATA connector for blazing fast SSD technology, a full array of outputs including HDMI, DVI and VGA. The native support for USB 3.0 and SATA III allows you to take full advantage of the high speed devices like external HDD, HD camera, SSD and more. With Ultra Durable 4 Classic design, this motherboard utilizes top-selected components and a range of exclusive features for unbeatable durability and reliability. This motherboard also features GIGABYTE 3D BIOS (Dual UEFI) for user-friendly BIOS setting, and LAN Optimizer for smooth, drag-free network traffic for time-sensitive applications, as well as additional features that make this model a great foundation for your dream power house.
GIGABYTE Ultra Durable 4 ClassicGIGABYTE Ultra Durable 4 Classic motherboards embrace a range of exclusive technologies that guarantee DIY PC builders the absolute best protection for their PC, with built-in features that prevent common malfunction threats. The gaps between PCB filaments are reduced to a minimum. Humidity cannot play havoc on your motherboard’s circuitry any more. With Anti-Surge ICs, your motherboard will be free from damages caused by power surges. High ESD resistance ICs are also provided to protect your motherboard against electrostatic discharge. The use of All Solid Caps (Capacitors) and Low RDS (on) MOSFETs delivers brilliant component lifespan and lower amount of heat.
GIGABYTE 3D BIOSThe revolutionary GIGABYTE 3D BIOS application is based on GIGABYTE UEFI DualBIOS technology and is available to consumers in two exclusive modes of interaction (3D Mode & Advanced Mode), providing enthusiast and mainstream users with a choice of unique and powerful graphical interfaces. At the heart of this exciting 3D BIOS technology is a pair of physical BIOS ROMs containing GIGABYTE's exclusive in-house designed UEFI BIOS technology. With a superior graphical interface capable of 32-bit color imaging and fluid user-friendly mouse navigation, UEFI DualBIOS makes BIOS configuration a new and exciting experience for novice and experienced users alike. UEFI BIOS also brings native support for large hard drives on 64-bit operating systems.
GIGABYTE 333 Onboard AccelerationGIGABYTE 7 series motherboards feature GIGABYTE 333 Onboard Acceleration. It is a range of the latest technologies that are designed to help speed up data transfer, including SuperSpeed USB 3.0 technology, SATA Revision 3.0 (6Gbps) technology, and an unprecedented 3x USB power boost on all USB ports for more power hungry USB devices.
Onboard mSATA SupportThis motherboard features an onboard mSATA slot allowing users to easily take advantage of advanced SSD-based technologies like Intel Smart Response and Intel Rapid Start. Mounting an affordable, low capacity mSATA SSD directly onto your motherboard can enhance your PC's performance with better overall desktop responsiveness, faster boot times, and faster system resume from 'Suspend to Disk' and 'Standby' modes.
LAN OptimizerGIGABYTE LAN Optimizer is designed to allow the user to manage different types of network traffic so that data streams such as HD media, web browsing or online gaming can be prioritized, taking precedence over large data downloads that tend to strangle overall network bandwidth.
GIGABYTE On/Off ChargeGIGABYTE 7 series motherboards feature ON/OFF Charge, a unique GIGAYTE technology which allows you not only to charge your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch, but also allows you to Quickly Charge it. As an added bonus, your USB-powered devices can even be charged when your PC is turned off, so even if you forget to plug it into your charger after you've synced up your music, it will be fully charged when you need it. (Due to certain mobile phone limitations, users may need to connect the mobile phone to their PC before the PC enters S4/S5 mode to enable a quick charge from non ON/OFF Charge USB ports. Charging results may vary by model. )