Gigabyte GA-G41M-ES2L Motherboard Core 2 Extreme Socket 775 Intel G41 Micro ATX

The GA-G41M-ES2L based on the Intel G41 chipset supports the latest Intel 45nm CPUs, creating a powerful multi-media platform which allows users to do more at once.

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The GA-G41M-ES2L based on the Intel G41 chipset supports the latest Intel 45nm CPUs, creating a powerful multi-media platform which allows users to do more at once. At the heart of the Intel G41 Express chipset is the Intel X4500 graphics media accelerator, which support DX10 and features several unique innovations including more Execution Units for enhanced 3D performance and Intel Clear Video Technology for sharper images and precise colour control. GA-G41M-ES2L motherboards paired with Intel 45nm CPUs deliver the very best platform for multitasking, multimedia and high performance gaming. Not only do GIGABYTE's latest motherboards based on Intel Eaglelake chipsets all support Intel's new generation, 45nm multi-core processors. Experience the advanced technology of DDR2 800 memory, featuring faster speeds and higher data bandwidth, which delivers superior performance for the most demanding applications. Featuring an advanced proprietary software design, GIGABYTE Easy Energy Saver is able to dynamically adjust CPU power depending on workload, delivering just the right amount of power needed for the task. Coupled with Intel’s highly efficient 45nm CPU’s, Easy Energy Saver is able to provide exceptional levels of power savings and enhanced power efficiency without sacrificing computing performance. GIGABYTE Ultra Durable motherboards are equipped with solid capacitors developed by leading Japanese manufacturers. With an average lifespan of 50,000 hours, these solid capacitors provide the stability, reliability and longevity essential to meet the power needs of high-end processors and other components running today's most demanding applications and games. Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X4500 support Microsoft DirectX10, Intel Clear Video Technology, which enable smoother HD playback. The 3D enhancement of GMA X4500 also highly improves the realism and graphics performance for mainstream gaming. Through the support of DVI and HDMI (with HDCP), Intel GMA X4500 brings the ultimate multimedia experience.

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Intel Clear Video Technology delivers enhanced video playback, sharper images, and precise colour control for a premium visual experience. DualBIOS is a GIGABYTE patented technology that automatically recovers BIOS data when 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. 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. The SATA specification doubles bus bandwidth from 1.5Gb/s to 3Gb/s. Native Command Queuing is a new specification that enables out-of-order execution of commands for efficient retrieval of data. Hot Plug support allows users to insert and remove hard disk drives without shutting off power to the system. The Gigabit network interface delivers a high speed LAN connection with data transfer rate up to 1000Mb/s, providing new generation connectivity for the broadband era. Gigabit LAN is ideally for seamless internet connection such as streaming audio and video contents.

Features

1. Revolution energy saving design with Easy Energy Saver technology
2. Supports 45nm Intel Core 2 multi-core processors with FSB 1333 MHz
3. Dual channel DDR2 800 for remarkable system performance
4. Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X4500 (DirectX 10)
5. Features high speed Gigabit Ethernet
6. Home theater quality 8-channel High Definition Audio
7. Patented DualBIOS with dual hardware BIOS protection

Specifications

CPU
Processor ( ) (L1 Cache) (L2 Cache) (L3 Cache)
Supported Processor Manufacturer Intel
Supported Processors Intel Core 2 Extreme • Intel Core 2 Quad • Intel Core 2 Duo • Intel Pentium Extreme Edition • Intel PentiumD • Intel Pentium4 Extreme Edition • Intel Pentium4 • Intel Celeron
Socket Socket LGA775/Socket T
Maximum Bus Speed 1333 MHz
Motherboard
Chipset Intel G41 ICH7
Input/Output Controller ITE IT8718
SATA Supported Yes
IDE/EIDE Supported Yes
Rear Panel I/O Ports
VGA Port 1 x D-Sub Port
Audio Line In Ports 1 x Audio Jack
Audio Line Out Ports 1 x Audio Jack
Microphone In Port 1 x Microphone Port
Keyboard Port 1 x PS/2 Keyboard Port
Mouse Port 1 x PS/2 Mouse Port
RJ-45 Ports 1 x RJ-45 Port
USB Ports 4 x USB 2.0
Parallel Ports 1 x Parallel Port
Serial Ports 1 x Serial Port
Internal I/O Connectors
Floppy Channels 1 x Floppy Disk Drive Connector
SATA Connectors 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
IDE Connectors 1 x IDE connector
S/PDIF Connectors 1 x S/P-DIF input/output pin header
USB Connectors 2 x USB 2.0 Connectors
Serial Connectors 1 x Serial Port Header
Cooling Fan Support 1 x CPU Fan • 1 x System Fan
Auxiliary Audio Support 1 x CD audio in connector
Front Panel Connectors 1 x Front Audio Header • 1 x Front Panel Header
Chassis Intrusion Connector 1 x Chassis Intrusion Header
Power Connector Port 1 x Power LED Header
Expansion
AGP Slots -
PCI Slots 2 slot(s) - PCI
PCI-X Slots -
PCI Express Slots 2 slot(s) - , 1 x PCI Express x16 , 1 x PCI Express x1

Memory
Maximum Memory 8 GB 800 MHz Dual Channel DDR2
Memory Expansion Options 2 x 1.8V DDR 2 DIMM
Memory Bus Speed Range 667 to 800 MHz
Sound
Integrated Sound Realtek ALC888B codec • High Definition Audio • 2/4/5.1/7.1-channel • Support for S/PDIF In/Out • Support for CD In
Network
Integrated Network Realtek 8111DL Chip
Network Speeds Supported 10/100/1000 Mbps
System Requirements
Operating Systems Supported Microsoft Windows XP, Vista
System
BIOS 2 x 8 Mbit flash, AWARD BIOS, Support for DualBIOS, PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.4, ACPI 1.0b
Special Features Support for @BIOS • Support for Q-Flash • Support for Virtual Dual BIOS • Support for Download Center • Support for Xpress Install • Support for Xpress Recovery2 • Support for EasyTune • Support for Easy Energy Saver • Support for Time Repair • Support for Q-Share

Electrical
Power Connector 1 x 24-pin ATX • 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V

Physical
Form Factor MicroATX
Dimensions 24.4 cm (W) x 19.4 cm (L) - Weight

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