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Gigabyte GA-EP43-DS3R GIGA-BYTE Desktop Board Intel P43 Express
- Supports Intel Core 2 Duo/Quad, Pentium Dual-Core, and Celeron processors (LGA 775 socket).
- Intel P43 Express Chipset with ICH10 Southbridge.
- Supports DDR2 memory up to 1066+ MHz (via overclocking).
- Features 1x PCI Express x16 slot for graphics cards.
- Includes 3x PCI slots and 1x PCI Express x1 slot.
- Provides 4x SATA 3Gb/s ports with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 support.
- Onboard Realtek ALC888 audio codec for 7.1 channel sound.
- Integrated Realtek 8111C Gigabit Ethernet controller.
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Product Overview
The Gigabyte GA-EP43-DS3R is a desktop motherboard based on the Intel P43 Express Chipset. It supports Intel Core 2 Duo, Core 2 Quad, Pentium Dual-Core, and Celeron processors in the LGA 775 socket, offering a solid foundation for mainstream desktop builds.
Technical Information
| Chipset | Intel P43 Express |
| Socket | LGA 775 |
| CPU Support | Intel Core 2 Duo/Quad, Pentium Dual-Core, Celeron |
| Memory Type | DDR2 |
| Max Memory Speed | 1066+ MHz (OC) |
Additional Specifications
| Expansion Slots | 1x PCIe x16, 1x PCIe x1, 3x PCI |
| Storage Ports | 4x SATA 3Gb/s |
| RAID Support | 0, 1, 5, 10 |
| Audio | Realtek ALC888 (7.1 Channel) |
| LAN | Realtek 8111C Gigabit Ethernet |
Product Description
The Gigabyte GA-EP43-DS3R motherboard is designed to provide a stable and feature-rich platform for users looking to build or upgrade a desktop PC utilizing Intel's LGA 775 socket processors. Built around the Intel P43 Express chipset, it offers robust support for a wide range of Intel CPUs, including the popular Core 2 Duo and Core 2 Quad series, making it a versatile choice for both performance-oriented and budget-conscious builds. The accompanying ICH10 Southbridge ensures efficient management of I/O functions and storage devices. Memory support on the GA-EP43-DS3R includes DDR2 modules, with the capability to run at speeds of up to 1066 MHz and beyond through overclocking, allowing users to fine-tune performance. For graphics and expansion, the board features a primary PCI Express x16 slot, ready to accommodate modern graphics cards. Complementing this are three standard PCI slots for legacy expansion cards and a PCI Express x1 slot for additional peripherals like sound cards or network adapters. Storage connectivity is handled by four SATA 3Gb/s ports, which support various RAID configurations (0, 1, 5, 10) for data redundancy or performance enhancement. Onboard audio is provided by the Realtek ALC888 codec, delivering 7.1 channel high-definition sound, while the integrated Realtek 8111C Gigabit Ethernet controller ensures fast and reliable network access. Gigabyte's signature Ultra Durable construction principles are often applied to boards in this series, emphasizing quality components for enhanced longevity and stability.
