ASUS MAXIMUS III GENE Micro ATX Motherboard for Intel P55, DDR3 Support

The ASUS MAXIMUS III GENE is a high-performance Micro ATX motherboard designed for users seeking a balance between power and compact form factor. It supports Intel's Socket 1156, which is compatible with the first-generation Intel Core i5 and i7 processors. This motherboard is built around the Intel P55 Express chipset, offering robust performance for both gaming and productivity tasks. The board features four DDR3 memory slots, allowing for up to 16GB of dual-channel memory, which can be configured at speeds up to 2133 MHz when overclocked. This makes it ideal for users who want to push their system's performance limits.

The motherboard includes two PCIe x16 slots, which support PCIe 2.0 technology and enable advanced multi-GPU configurations such as Quad CrossFireX and Quad SLI. This is particularly beneficial for gamers and professionals who require high-end graphics performance. Additionally, there is one PCIe x4 slot and one PCI 2.2 slot for expansion cards, providing flexibility in adding peripherals or additional storage solutions.

Storage options are extensive with seven SATA2 ports that support RAID configurations including 0, 1, 5, and 10. This allows users to set up redundant or high-speed storage arrays depending on their needs. An eSATA2 port is also included for external storage devices that require high-speed data transfer.

Networking capabilities are handled by an integrated Gigabit Ethernet controller, ensuring fast and reliable internet connectivity. The audio system features the SupremeFX X-Fi 8-channel HD Audio CODEC, delivering high-quality sound output suitable for both music enthusiasts and gamers.

Power delivery is managed through a 24-pin main power connector and an 8-pin CPU power connector, ensuring stable power delivery to the CPU under heavy loads. The motherboard also provides a variety of connectivity options including 14 USB 2.0 ports (9 rear and 5 on the midboard), one eSATA port, one PS/2 port, two IEEE1394 ports (one rear and one header), one RJ45 LAN port, one optical S/PDIF out, a Clear CMOS switch, a ROG connector on/off switch, and audio I/O jacks.



Brand: ASUS
Model: MAXIMUS III GENE
Specifications: Socket 1156; Intel P55 Express chipset; 4x DDR3 memory slots; 2x PCIe x16 slots; 7x SATA2 ports; Gigabit Ethernet; SupremeFX X-Fi audio
Features: Supports Quad CrossFireX and Quad SLI; Dual-channel DDR3 memory; RAID support; ROG connector on/off switch; Clear CMOS switch; eSATA port; IEEE1394 ports