ASUS H81M-CS DDR3 Intel Motherboard

The ASUS H81M-CS is a Micro-ATX motherboard built on the Intel H81 Express chipset, designed for Intel LGA1150 socket processors including 4th Generation Core i7, Core i5, Core i3, Pentium, and Celeron models. It supports Intel 22 nm CPUs and is compatible with Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, subject to the processor type installed. Memory support covers two DIMM slots with a combined maximum capacity of 16 GB using DDR3 modules rated at 1600, 1333, or 1066 MHz in a dual-channel, non-ECC, unbuffered configuration. Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) is supported, with the chipset capping XMP operation at DDR3 1600 MHz. For graphics, the board uses the processor’s integrated graphics unit via a D-Sub output, capable of driving displays at up to 1920 x 1200 resolution at 60 Hz. Up to 1024 MB of system memory can be allocated as shared video memory. Expansion is handled by one PCIe 2.0 x16 slot for discrete graphics cards and one PCIe 2.0 x1 slot for additional peripherals. Storage connectivity includes two SATA 6 Gb/s ports and two SATA 3 Gb/s ports managed by the H81 chipset, with support for Intel Rapid Start Technology and Intel Smart Connect Technology. USB connectivity comprises two USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports on the rear panel plus six USB 2.0 ports (two rear, four via internal headers). Audio is handled by a Realtek ALC887 codec delivering 8-channel High Definition Audio, with jack-detection and front-panel jack-retasking. Networking uses a Realtek 8111GR Gigabit LAN controller. The rear I/O panel also includes PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports and three audio jacks. The UEFI AMI BIOS is stored on 64 Mb Flash ROM and supports ASUS EZ Flash 2, CrashFree BIOS 3, multi-language operation, and an EZ Mode graphical interface. Onboard ASUS software features include AI Suite 3, GPU Boost for integrated graphics frequency adjustment, EPU energy management, Fan Xpert thermal control, Ai Charger, Anti-Surge protection, and Q-DIMM and Q-Slot design elements for easier component installation and removal. Verified Specifications: – Form Factor: Micro-ATX (uATX), 7.5 in × 7.0 in (19 cm × 17.7 cm) – CPU Socket: Intel LGA1150, 4th Gen Core i7/i5/i3/Pentium/Celeron – Chipset: Intel H81 Express – Memory: 2 × DIMM, DDR3 1600/1333/1066 MHz, max 16 GB, dual-channel, XMP support – Expansion Slots: 1 × PCIe 2.0 x16, 1 × PCIe 2.0 x1 – Storage: 2 × SATA 6 Gb/s, 2 × SATA 3 Gb/s – USB: 2 × USB 3.1 Gen 1 (rear), 6 × USB 2.0 (2 rear + 4 internal) – Audio: Realtek ALC887, 8-channel HD Audio – LAN: Realtek 8111GR, 1 × Gigabit – Video Output: 1 × D-Sub, max 1920 × 1200 @ 60 Hz – BIOS: 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI – Warranty: 3 Years – Box Contents: User’s manual, I/O Shield, 2 × SATA 6 Gb/s cables