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Gigabyte GA-945P-S3 GIGA-BYTE Desktop Board Core 2 Extreme Core 2
- Supports Intel Core 2 Duo/Extreme, Pentium D, Celeron D Processors
- LGA 775 Socket
- Intel 945P Chipset
- DDR2 Memory Support
- PCIe x16 Slot for Graphics Card
- Multiple SATA 3Gb/s Ports
- Gigabyte Ultra Durable 2 Technology
- ATX Form Factor
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Product Overview
The Gigabyte GA-945P-S3 is a desktop motherboard designed for Intel Core 2 Duo, Core 2 Extreme, Pentium D, and Celeron D processors. It features the Intel 945P chipset and supports DDR2 memory, offering a solid foundation for mainstream computing.
Technical Information
| CPU Socket | LGA 775 |
| Chipset | Intel 945P |
| Memory Type | DDR2 |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | ATX |
| Storage | 4 x SATA 3Gb/s, 1 x IDE |
| Expansion Slots | 1 x PCIe x16, 3 x PCIe x1, 2 x PCI |
Product Description
The Gigabyte GA-945P-S3 motherboard is designed for Intel's LGA 775 socket processors, including the popular Core 2 Duo and Core 2 Extreme series, as well as older Pentium D and Celeron D CPUs. It is based on the Intel 945P chipset, which provides a capable platform for mainstream desktop computing. The motherboard supports DDR2 memory, offering dual-channel configurations for improved memory bandwidth, which is beneficial for multitasking and general system responsiveness. This chipset also provides support for PCI Express graphics cards. This ATX motherboard features Gigabyte's Ultra Durable 2 technology, incorporating high-quality components such as solid capacitors, lower RDS(on) MOSFETs, and ferrite core chokes. These elements contribute to enhanced power efficiency, better thermal management, and increased system stability and longevity. It includes a PCIe x16 slot, allowing users to install a dedicated graphics card for gaming or multimedia tasks. For storage, the board offers four SATA 3Gb/s ports for modern hard drives and SSDs, along with a legacy IDE connector for older optical drives. The GA-945P-S3 provides a good balance of expansion options with multiple PCIe x1 and PCI slots, enabling the addition of various peripherals and expansion cards. It represents a reliable and cost-effective choice for users building or upgrading systems for general productivity, web browsing, and light gaming. Its robust construction and support for a wide range of LGA 775 processors make it a versatile motherboard for its generation.
