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Gigabyte GA-970A-DS3 Ultra Durable 4 Classic Desktop Motherboard AMD

Gigabyte GA-970A-DS3 Ultra Durable 4 Classic Desktop Motherboard AMD

SKU GA-970A-DS3
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  • AMD Socket AM3+ AMD Phenom II X2, AMD Phenom II X3, AMD Phenom II X4, AMD Phenom II X6
  • PC ATX AMD 970 7.1 channels
  • SATA III
  • Gigabit Ethernet
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Key specifications

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Processor manufacturer
AMD
Processor socket
Socket AM3+
Compatible processor series
AMD Phenom II X2, AMD Phenom II X3, AMD Phenom II X4, AMD Phenom II X6
Supported memory types
DDR3-SDRAM
Number of memory slots
4
Memory channels
Dual-channel

Product details

GIGABYTE GA-970A-DS3. Processor manufacturer: AMD, Processor socket: Socket AM3+, Compatible processor series: AMD Phenom II X2, AMD Phenom II X3, AMD Phenom II X4, AMD Phenom II X6. Supported memory types: DDR3-SDRAM, Maximum internal memory: 32 GB, Memory channels: Dual-channel. Supported storage drive interfaces: SATA III, RAID levels: 0, 1, 5, 10, JBOD. Ethernet interface type: Gigabit Ethernet. Component for: PC, Motherboard form factor: ATX, Motherboard chipset family: AMD

Specifications

Processor manufacturer
AMD
Processor socket
Socket AM3+
Compatible processor series
AMD Phenom II X2, AMD Phenom II X3, AMD Phenom II X4, AMD Phenom II X6
Supported memory types
DDR3-SDRAM
Number of memory slots
4
Memory channels
Dual-channel
Memory voltage
1.5 V
Supported memory clock speeds
1066,1333,1600,1866 MHz
Maximum internal memory
32 GB
Supported storage drive interfaces
SATA III
RAID levels
0, 1, 5, 10, JBOD
Parallel processing technology support
Not supported
On-board graphics card
No
USB 2.0 connectors
3
Number of SATA III connectors
6
S/PDIF out connector
Yes
Front panel audio connector
Yes
ATX Power connector (24-pin)
Yes
Number of EATX power connectors
1
Power fan connector
Yes
CPU fan connector
Yes
USB 2.0 ports quantity
6
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity
2
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports
1
PS/2 ports quantity
2
Ethernet interface type
Gigabit Ethernet
Motherboard chipset
AMD 970
Motherboard southbridge
AMD SB950
Audio output channels
7.1 channels
Component for
PC
Motherboard form factor
ATX
Motherboard chipset family
AMD
Power source type
ATX
Compatible operating systems
Microsoft Windows 7/Vista/XP
Certification
RoHS
PCI Express x1 slots
3
PCI Express x16 slots
2
PCI slots
2
PCI Express slots version
2.0
BIOS type
AWARD
Clear CMOS jumper
Yes
Width
3050 mm
Depth
2250 mm
Bundled software
Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
Audio output
S/PDIF

Description

GIGABYTE Ultra Durable™ 4 Classic Humidity Protection Humidity can play havoc on a motherboard's circuitry.GIGABYTE's new Glass Fabric PCB design helps protect against electrical shorts due to humidity by reducing the gaps in spacing between PCB filaments. Electrostatic Protection GIGABYTE Ultra Durable 4 Classic motherboards feature High Resistance ICs which help protect the motherboard against electrostatic discharge. Power Failure Protection Permanent damage from power surge or failure during BIOS update, can be avoided with GIGABYTE DaulBIOS, which automatically enables a secondary, back up BIOS. GIGABYTE also uses Anti-Surge ICs to protect the motherboard against power surges. High Temperature Protection GIGABYTE uses All Solid Caps (Capacitors) and Low RDS(on) MOSFETs which are rated to work at higher temperatures, providing up to 50,000* hour component lifespan. Introduction The 970A-DS3 motherboard is designed to offer a stable, high-speed platform for delivering amazingly fast data transfer via the GIGABYTE 333 onboard acceleration technologies. Featuring the USB3.0 controller, AMD 900 series motherboards allow users to take advantage of super fast USB transfer rates of up to 5Gbps, delivering 10x faster data transfer compared to USB 2.0. Utilizing the industry's first Serial ATA Revision 3.0 solution via AMD SB950 chipset, GIGABYTE AMD 900 series motherboards offer native 6 ports of next generation high speed data storage devices support with data transfer speeds of up to 6 Gbps with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10. The AMD 900 series motherboards introduce a unique hardware design with lower resistance fuses for ensuring lower voltage drops and providing more stable and plentiful power delivery. All USB ports also benefit from a 3x power boost for better power delivery to power hungry USB devices. On/Off Charge Technology GIGABYTE On/Off Charge technology allows you to charge your iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch regardless of whether your PC is on, in standby mode or even off. A derivative of GIGABYTE's highly acclaimed 3x USB Power feature, On/Off Charge enables devices to draw more current from GIGABYTE motherboard USB ports than standard USB ports allow, so that charging from your PC can be as fast as with a charger. Get Ready for New Generation of 32nm AMD AM3+ CPU GIGABYTE's AMD motherboards are ready to support new generation of 32nm AMD AM3+ multi-core processors, delivering the very best platform for multitasking, multimedia and high performance gaming. Supports next generation of 45nm AMD AM3 CPU This motherboard designs with Split Power Plane, 4+1 phase VRM to support AMD the latest 45nm AM3 Phenom™II/ Athlon™II processors, delivering the great performance enchantment to system and ultimate scalability hardware expending. SATA 6 Gbps Support Yet another onboard feature of GIGABYTE AMD 900 series motherboards are integrated the latest AMD SB950 chip for high-speed SATA Revision 3.0 compatibility, delivering 6 ports native superfast 6Gbps link speeds for twice the data transfer rates of SATA Revision 2.0 (3 Gbps) and RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support. When used in RAID 0 (Stripe) mode, GIGABYTE AMD 900 series motherboards offer even faster data transfer rates of up to 4x the speed of current SATA interfaces. USB 3.0 Support The GIGABYTE motherboards support the latest generation SuperSpeed USB 3.0 technology made possible through an onboard USB3.0 host controller. With superfast transfer rates of up to 5 Gbps, users are able to experience an almost a 10x improvement over USB 2.0. Additionally, backwards compatibility with USB 2.0 assures users of long term use of their legacy USB 2.0 devices. The onboard SuperSpeed USB 3.0 technology also provides new power management features that include increased maximum bus power and device current draw to better accommodate power-hungry devices. 3x USB Power Boost GIGABYTE motherboards feature a 3x USB power boost, delivering greater compatibility and extra power for USB devices. GIGABYTE’s unique USB power design is also able to efficiently regulate output over the full voltage range, which greatly enhances USB device compatibility. In addition, dedicated lower resistance fuses ensure lower voltage drops, and provide more stable and plentiful power delivery. AMD OverDrive Support The AMD OverDrive™ utility is provided by AMD, offering high-end users the ability to maximize the capability, flexibility, and adjustability of the platforms utilizing AMD processors, sockets, and chipsets. Dual Channel DDR3 2000+ MHz Delivering native support for DDR3 memory up to 2000MHz, GIGABYTE Ultra Durable 3 series motherboards allow users to easily reach higher memory frequencies at lower voltages; achieving higher memory performance with lower power consumption to run even the most memory intensive applications such as high-definition video and 3D games with ease. GIGABYTE Touch BIOS™ (Patent Pending) An Innovative New Way to Modify BIOS Settings Navigating through the BIOS to change system settings can be a daunting task for users not familiar with control “F”functions and mouse-less navigation. While some EFI BIOS try to address this with a mouse friendly environment, many implementations still lack a certain ease-of-use necessary for most people. With GIGABYTE Touch BIOS™, GIGABYTE engineers have completely re-imagined how users can interact with their BIOS, allowing for a more intuitive user experience. In fact, with a touch screen monitor, GIGABYTE Touch BIOS™ is as easy to use as most apps on your iPhone. DualBIOS™ 3TB+ HDD Support (Hybrid EFI Technology) Hybrid EFI Technology combines the benefits of GIGABYTE's mature BIOS platform including stability and compatibility with 3rd party products with 3TB+ HDD support from EFI technology, allowing GIGABYTE to offer the best of both worlds through a quick and easy BIOS update using GIGABYTE's @BIOS utility that is freely available from the GIGABYTE website. GIGABYTE DualBIOS™ is a patented technology that automatically recovers BIOS data when the main BIOS has crashed or failed. Featuring 2 physical BIOS ROMs integrated onboard, GIGABYTE DualBIOS™ allows quick and seamless recovery from BIOS damage or failure due to viruses or improper BIOS updating. In addition, GIGABYTE DualBIOS™ now supports 3TB+ (terabyte) hard drive booting without the need for partitioning, and enables more data storage on a single hard drive. Turbo XHD- Full Automatic RAID 0/Stripe GIGABYTE Turbo XHD provides a quick and easy way to boost your hard drive performance. Just via the latest BIOS update, Turbo XHD will automatically enabled when the system detecting 2 new SATA3 HDDs and providing users effortlessly to set up a RAID 0/Strip configuration. Note: Turbo XHD function only enabled for the SATA3 ports provided by AMD SB950/SB850 Chipset. Multi-display support with 2 way AMD CrossFireX Flexible graphics capabilities - Up to 2 VGA cards are supported for 2 way AMD CrossFireX™ (running at x16, x4 bandwidth), delivering the ultimate in graphics performance for gaming enthusiasts who demand the highest frame rates without compromising on resolution. EasyTune6 GIGABYTE has completely redesigned EasyTune6 from the ground up to make it easier than ever to manage and monitor your hardware resources as well as tweak your system settings in order to achieve maximum system performance. Whether you are an overclocking enthusiast, or a computer novice, EasyTune6 provides the tools you need to quickly and effortlessly fine tune your system. Cloud OC GIGABYTE Cloud OC is a free overclocking application that facilitates PC overclocking through any web browsing capable device such as a smart phone, iPad, iPhone, Netbooks or notebook PC. Being browser based, it connects via wireless Internet, Bluetooth or through an Ethernet cable, and its many functions are categorized into three tabs: Tuner, System Info and Control...more AutoGreen- Greening your PC via Bluetooth cellphone AutoGreen technology can automatically save power by simply putting your PC in a state of sleep when your Bluetooth cell phone is out of range of your computer. Note: GIGABYTE motherboards do not include a Bluetooth receiver; the addition of a 3rd party Bluetooth receiver is required. Norton Internet Security Fast, comprehensive, and up-to-the-minute protection against online threats. It safeguards your computer, identity, and home network without slowing you down. It sets a new standard for speed and makes online shopping, banking, and browsing safer and more convenient than ever. Qualified for Windows® 7 ErP Lot 6 support The ErP (also known as Energy-Related Products Directive) is part of the European Union's environmental regulations policy. It is based on concern for the environmental as the proliferation of electronic devices continues, and how to improve energy efficiency for a better and greener life. GIGABYTE supports ErP and produces motherboards that help you effectively improve system efficiency.

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