ASRock X299 Taichi USB 3.1 ATX Intel Motherboard
The ASRock X299 Taichi USB 3.1 ATX Intel Motherboard is a high-performance motherboard designed for gamers and enthusiasts. It features a range of advanced technologies and components to deliver excellent audio quality, reliable performance, and extensive connectivity options.The motherboard supports the Intel X299 chipset, providing compatibility with Intel Core X-Series processors for exceptional processing power. It offers Quad Channel DDR4 Memory Technology with 8 DIMM slots, allowing for a maximum system memory capacity of 128GB. The motherboard supports various DDR4 memory speeds, including overclocked frequencies, and features 15μ Gold Contact in DIMM Slots for improved reliability and signal integrity.In terms of audio, the ASRock X299 Taichi is equipped with a 7.1 CH HD Audio system featuring the Realtek ALC1220 Audio Codec. This ensures high-quality audio output with a 120dB SNR DAC and a TI NE5532 Premium Headset Amplifier for the front panel audio connector. The motherboard also supports premium Blu-ray audio and DTS Connect for an immersive audio experience.Connectivity options are abundant on this motherboard. It includes four PCI Express 3.0 x16 slots and one PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot, offering support for multiple graphics cards configurations such as AMD Quad CrossFireX, 3-Way CrossFire, CrossFireX, NVIDIA Quad SLI, 3-Way SLI, and SLI. It also features a vertical M.2 socket with the bundled WiFi-802.11ac module for fast wireless connections. Additionally, it provides Gigabit LAN with dual LAN support, Wake-On-LAN functionality, and Lightning/ESD Protection for enhanced networking capabilities.The ASRock X299 Taichi motherboard incorporates several advanced features to ensure stability and reliability. It includes BIOS with dual 128Mb AMI UEFI Legal BIOS for secure backup and easy configuration. The motherboard also supports Surge Protection, Purity Sound 4, and PCB Isolate Shielding to safeguard components and deliver clean and stable power to connected devices.
Features:
- ASRock Super Alloy
- Supports Intel® Core™ X-Series Processor Family for the LGA 2066 Socket
- 13 Power Phase Design, Dr. MOS
- Supports DDR4 4400+(OC)
- 4 PCIe 3.0 x16, 1 PCIe 2.0 x1
- NVIDIA® 3-Way SLI™, AMD 3-Way CrossFireX™
- 7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC1220 Audio Codec), Supports Purity Sound™ 4 & DTS Connect
- 10 SATA3, 3 Ultra M.2 (PCIe Gen3 x4 & SATA3)
- 2 USB 3.1 Gen2 10Gb/s (1 Type-A + 1 Type-C)
- 8 USB 3.1 Gen1 (4 Front, 4 Rear)
- Dual Intel® Gigabit LAN
- Intel® 802.11ac WiFi
- ASRock RGB LED
- BIOS Flashback
- Hyper BCLK Engine III
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