GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE GA-Z68X-UD3R-B3 Intel motherboard
Intel LGA1155 board with 32 GB DDR3 support, Touch BIOS and 5 Gbps USB 3.0
- CPU Type3rd / 2nd-generation Core i3, i5, i7 (LGA1155)
- Supports 2nd Gen Intel Core CPUs on LGA1155 socket
- Touch BIOS changes settings without a reboot
- Intel Smart Response Technology boosts performance 4X
- Ultra Durable 3 copper cooling lowers operating temperature
- USB 3.0 delivers up to 5 Gbps transfer rates
Z68 Express LGA1155 motherboard
This GIGABYTE board uses the Intel Z68 Express chipset and an LGA1155 socket for second and third-generation Core i3, i5 and i7 processors. It provides four DDR3 DIMM slots supporting up to 32 GB of system memory in a dual-channel layout. The board includes a Realtek ALC889 audio codec with 7.1-channel output and a single Realtek RTL8111E Gigabit LAN port.
Enthusiasts using Sandy Bridge or Ivy Bridge CPUs
Builders upgrading an existing LGA1155 system or assembling a retro enthusiast platform will find the Z68 feature set and multi-GPU support relevant. Buyers starting a new modern build cannot use this board because it lacks the socket, memory type and chipset required for current processors.
Touch BIOS and 3x USB Power
Touch BIOS allows settings changes without a full reboot cycle, reducing downtime during tuning. The 3x USB Power design adds On/Off Charge ports that keep devices charging even when the system is powered down. Intel Smart Response Technology can use a compatible SSD as a cache to accelerate a mechanical hard drive.
Highlights
- Supports 2nd Gen Intel Core CPUs on LGA1155 socket
- Touch BIOS changes settings without a reboot
- Intel Smart Response Technology boosts performance 4X
- Ultra Durable 3 copper cooling lowers operating temperature
- USB 3.0 delivers up to 5 Gbps transfer rates
Specifications
| CPU Type | 3rd / 2nd-generation Core i3, i5, i7 (LGA1155) |
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Questions about this item
Which LGA1155 processor must I already own for this board to boot?
Any 2nd or 3rd generation Core i3, i5 or i7 in the LGA1155 package will work; some models need a separate graphics card.
Can my existing DDR3 1600 memory run in dual-channel mode here?
Yes, the four 1.5 V DDR3 slots support 1600 MHz modules in dual-channel up to 32 GB total.
How do I confirm the Touch BIOS change took effect without rebooting?
The new setting appears immediately in the Touch BIOS interface after you apply it.
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