The ASRock X79 Extreme6/GB isn’t just a well-priced feature rich offering like we are used to being, it’s all that with the ability to offer monster performance.
Based on X79 chipset, the ASRock X79 Extreme6/GB supports the state-of-the-art Intel Sandy Bridge-E Core i7 processor in LGA2011 packaging to unlock the full potential of Intel’s PC. With three PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots, five SATA-600 ports, six USB 3.0 ports, and a high-end, add-on sound card called“Game Blaster”, the ASRock X79 Extreme6/GB pushes your entire system performance beyond the limit. NVIDIA 3-Way SLI and AMD 3-Way CrossFireX capabilities (running at two x16 or three x8 bandwidth) guarantee eye popping visuals, making X79 Extreme6 a motherboard full of wins. In addition, this motherboard is also packed with a lot of ASRock exclusive powerful features including XFast RAM, XFast LAN, XFast USB, Digi Power, and X-Fan.
ASRock Game BlasterUnleash your maximum gaming power. Supporting Creative Sound Core3D 7.1 CH HD audio and Broadcom gigabit lan via the bundled ASRock Game Blaster, ASRock motherboard could give the extreme value for serious gamers!
XFast RAM - Fully Optimize Memory UsageASRock XFast RAM is a new function that is included into ASRock Extreme Tuning Utility (AXTU). It fully utilizes the memory space that cannot be used under Windows 32-bit OS. ASRock XFast RAM also shortens the loading time of previously visited websites, making web surfing faster than ever. And it also boosts the speed of Adobe Photoshop 5 times faster. Another advantage of ASRock XFast RAM is that it reduces the frequency of accessing your SSDs or HDDs in order to extend their lifespan.
XFast LAN TechnologyASRock XFast LAN is a smart productivity tool to help you manage your priorities of internet applications, simplify your digital life and accomplish more. The innovative features include Internet Application Prioritization, Lower Latency in Game, Traffic Shaping and Real-Time Analysis of Your Data. It's the smartest way to control your web programs. And the Dual LAN with teaming function allows two single connections to act as one single connection for twice the transmission bandwidth, making data transmission more effective.
ASRock XFast USB Technology - Faster Than Your Imagination!ASRock XFast USB Technology redefines the new standard in high performance computing. Proving once again to be the pioneer in motherboard industry, ASRock XFast USB Series Motherboards integrate with the latest XFast USB Technology which delivers the world's fastest USB data transfer speed-boosting USB 3.0 performance up to 5X faster! (The performance boost percentage may vary with different configuration.)
Digi Power and 12 + 2 Power PhaseMore Precise, More Efficient. By adopting digital pulse-width modulation (PWM), the ASRock motherboard can provide CPU Vcore voltage more efficiently and smoothly. Compared to analog PWM, digital PWM can optimize the CPU power solution and provide a proper and stable Vcore for the processor. And the 12+2 Power Phase features sturdy components and completely smooth power delivery to the CPU. It offers unmatched overclocking capability and enhanced performance with the lowest temperatures for PC gaming enthusiasts.
X-FanGreater air flow, faster heat dissipation! ASRock X-FAN allows the motherboard to breathe smoothly. It will be automatically activated only when the system rises to a certain temperature under heavy-loading. Normally, ASRock X-FAN will remain deactivated to give users the quietest computing experience.
Pros: This board replaced the other sack of garbage I had, which was nicknamed: "Asus Sabertooth X79". This board didnt come with any problems or hassle like its predecessor. Like the USB ports and the fact that this board has a 1394 header on the board. This board has performed exactly how a motherboard is supposed to perform. Just hook up all the parts. Turn on your PC, install your OS. Fast and easy. ASRock CD was easy to install all the drivers for the platform. Bios was a lot cleaner and easier to follow than that other piece of garbage I had.
Cons: Manual was kind of hard to follow, but whatever, not worth an egg. The price was annoying but thats it...lol... Although ya get what ya pay for.
Overall Review: i7 3930K 16GB Gskill RIpjaaws 128GB Crucial M4 SSD Sapphire 7970 OC No problems.