GIGABYTE GA-H61M-DS2 DDR3 Intel Motherboard

The Gigabyte GA-H61M-DS2 is a Micro ATX motherboard built around the Intel H61 Express chipset and the LGA1155 socket, making it compatible with 2nd Generation Intel Core processors (Sandy Bridge) as well as 3rd Generation Intel Core processors (Ivy Bridge, 22nm). Whether you are pairing it with an Intel Core i7, Core i5, Core i3, Pentium, or Celeron processor, this board provides a reliable and stable platform for everyday computing, office workloads, and light multimedia tasks. The board accommodates up to 16 GB of DDR3 system memory across two DIMM slots operating in dual-channel configuration, with support for DDR3 speeds of 800, 1066, and 1333 MHz using non-ECC modules. Expansion is handled by one PCIe x16 slot conforming to the PCI Express 3.0 standard and two PCIe x1 slots operating at PCI Express 2.0 speeds, giving you flexibility for a discrete graphics card and additional peripherals. Gigabyte's Ultra Durable 4 Classic design underpins the GA-H61M-DS2, incorporating all-solid capacitors and low RDS MOSFETs rated for extended operational hours. A Glass Fabric PCB reduces moisture ingress, while High ESD Resistance ICs safeguard against electrostatic discharge, and Anti-Surge ICs provide protection against unexpected power spikes. The proprietary DualBIOS technology uses two physical 32 Mbit flash ROM chips so that a backup BIOS can automatically restore the primary ROM if corruption or failed update occurs; this implementation also includes Hybrid EFI Technology enabling boot support for hard drives larger than 3 TB. Audio is handled by a Realtek ALC887 codec supporting High Definition Audio in 2, 4, 5.1, and 7.1 channel configurations. Networking is provided by a single Atheros Gigabit Ethernet controller (10/100/1000 Mbps). The rear panel offers four USB 2.0/1.1 ports, a D-Sub video output, PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports, an RJ-45 LAN port, and three audio jacks. Four additional USB 2.0 ports are available via internal headers. Storage is served by four SATA 3 Gb/s connectors. Gigabyte's On/Off Charge technology allows compatible Apple devices—including iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch—to draw charging current from the board's USB ports regardless of whether the system is powered in standby, or off. Key Specifications: - Socket: LGA1155 - Chipset: Intel H61 Express - Form Factor: Micro ATX, 22.6 cm x 17.4 cm - Memory: 2 x DDR3 DIMM, up to 16 GB, dual-channel, 1333/1066/800 MHz, non-ECC - Expansion: 1 x PCIe x16 (Gen 3), 2 x PCIe x1 (Gen 2) - Storage: 4 x SATA 3 Gb/s - USB: Up to 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 (4 rear panel, 4 via internal headers) - Audio: Realtek ALC887, HD Audio, up to 7.1-channel - LAN: Atheros GbE (10/100/1000 Mbps) - BIOS: Licensed AWARD BIOS, DualBIOS, 2 x 32 Mbit flash - I/O Controller: iTE IT8728 - Display Output: 1 x D-Sub - Warranty: 3 Years