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Black ATX motherboard with silver heatsinks and LGA 1150 socket

ASUS

ASUS Maximus VI Extreme LGA 1150 Z87 32GB DDR3 ATX Intel motherboard

SKU CH-30AN-5ZQMK

An LGA 1150 ATX board with the Intel Z87 chipset supporting up to 32 GB of DDR3 memory

  • CPU Socket TypeLGA 1150
  • ChipsetIntel Z87
  • Maximum Memory Supported32GB
  • Supports up to 32GB DDR3 memory
  • LGA 1150 socket fits compatible Intel processors
  • Intel Z87 chipset enables overclocking features
  • ATX form factor fits standard full-size cases
  • Includes SATA cable and I/O back panel

Socket and chipset

This motherboard uses the LGA 1150 socket paired with the Intel Z87 chipset. It accepts compatible 4th-generation Intel Core processors and is built in the ATX form factor for standard chassis compatibility. The board delivers the foundation for a high-end desktop platform.

Enthusiast focus

The specification targets enthusiasts who need the Z87 feature set and maximum memory headroom on a legacy platform. Buyers who require newer CPU sockets, different chipsets or memory types other than DDR3 should look at alternative boards. The product suits a specific upgrade or replacement scenario.

Memory ceiling

The board supports up to 32GB of DDR3 memory across its available slots. This capacity limit is the primary factor when planning the system memory configuration. Verify that 32GB meets the workload requirement before purchasing.

Highlights

  • Supports up to 32GB DDR3 memory
  • LGA 1150 socket fits compatible Intel processors
  • Intel Z87 chipset enables overclocking features
  • ATX form factor fits standard full-size cases
  • Includes SATA cable and I/O back panel

Specifications

BrandASUS
ModelASUS Maximus VI Extreme
CPU Socket TypeLGA 1150
ChipsetIntel Z87
Maximum Memory Supported32GB

Questions about this item

Will this LGA 1150 board run with the DDR3 memory I already own?

The board supports DDR3 up to 32 GB total. Any standard DDR3 DIMMs you keep will work within that limit.

How can I confirm the Z87 chipset is active after I install the board?

The BIOS splash screen and Windows Device Manager both list the Intel Z87 chipset when the board is running correctly.

Which cables and brackets come in the box with this Maximus VI Extreme?

The package contains the motherboard, the metal I/O shield, and one SATA cable. No other cables or brackets are included.

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