intel dx58so extreme series x58 atx triple-channel ddr3 16gb sli or crossfirex lga1366 overclocking utility desktop board - retail
the desktop board dx58so is part of intel s extreme motherboard series and has been specifically designed to harness the power of intel core i7-900 series processors . based on the x58 chipset the dx58so supports all processors with lg1366 sockets and fully supports ati crossfire and nvidia sli technology . the dx58so is an atx form factor board and measures 12 by 9.6 inches . it is packed with enough pci connectors ddr3 memory sockets and peripheral ports to satisfy the most demanding users . desktop board dx58so form factor atx compatible processors core i7-975 core i7-965 core i7-950 core i7-940 core i7-920 xeon x5570 xeon x5560 xeon x5550 xeon e5540 xeon e5530 xeon e5520 memory four 240-pin ddr3 sdram dimm sockets support for ddr3 1600 1333 1066 mhz dimms the dx58so has the features to satisfy the most demanding users . view detailed schematic . unleash the power of intel core i7-900 series processors with the dx58so . view larger . unleash the power of intel s core i7 series processors with the intel core i7 processors intel engineers introduced a revolutionary new style of micro-architecture . they removed the front side bus -- a longtime staple of processor design -- and replaced it with a new technology known as quickpath interconnect qpi . as a result of these changes only motherboards with the new lga1366 socket can support core i7 processors . the dx58so features the lga1366 socket and has been specifically designed to make the most of the intel core i7 processor s power . it incorporates special over-clocking hardware which allows users to push their computer s performance to its limit . however please note that the lga1366 socket is only compatible with core i7-900 series processors . those with core i7-800 series and core i5-700 series should instead purchase a motherboard with the lga1156 port such as the intel dp55kg . optimize performance with intel desktop control center the intel desktop control center makes it easy for you to do more with your desktop board than ever before . with just one click of a button this tool automatically tunes the processor memory and bus speed for maximum stability and performance . the desktop control center also lets you monitor your system temperature while giving you control over voltages and fan speeds . multi-gpu support for ultimate graphical performance pc gaming is more immersive than ever before but it is also much more hardware-intensive . behind those beautiful next-generation visuals are thousands of rapid calculations that the graphics card has to process . the dx58so fully supports nvidia sli and ati crossfire technologies which allow users to utilize two graphics cards and increase the gpu output . this added graphical power eliminates frame-rate hiccups and slowdowns delivering the smooth and uninterrupted gaming experience users have always wanted . loaded with memory pci and peripheral support with dozens of ports and connectors the dx58so gives computer enthusiasts the flexibility they need to build their dream machine . it offers support for 1600 mhz 1333 mhz and 1066 mhz variants of ddr3 memory . with four ddr3 sdram dimm sockets the dx58so can accommodate up to 16 gb of system memory -- an invaluable resource for heavy multitaskers . the dx58so also features enough ports to interface with all of your computer accessories and gadgetry . it has 12 usb 2.0 ports 8 external ports and 2 internal headers and six serial ata 3.0 gbit s ports including two esata ports with raid support . with two ieee-1394a ports the dx58so is equipped to handle all of your audio video transfer needs . a consumer ir receiver and emitter are also included enabling you to use all of the latest remote pc-interfacing devices . for more advanced computer expansion the dx58so also features four pci connectors including one pci conventional bus add-in card connector two pcie 2.0 x16 connectors for graphics cards and one pcie 1.0 a x16 connector . integrated high-definition audio and high-speed ethernet whether playing mp3s or immersing yourself in game sound effects sfx you can expect crisp sound from the dx58so . it features a 10-channel dolby 7.1 audio subsystem which means you won t have to spend extra money on a dedicated sound card for top-quality audio playback . the motherboard also includes five analog audio outputs and two s pdif digital audio outputs coaxial and optical with realtek alc889 so you can use your favorite speakers . a gigabit 10 100 1000 mbps ethernet connection is also included for high-speed connections to the internet . the intel desktop control center easily lets you optimize your system for maximum performance .