Technical Details
- Core i7/i5/i3 in LGA 1155 package , chipset: Intel Z68 Express Chipset
- Memory: 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB of system memory, Dual channel memory architecture,
- Audio: Realtek ALC889 codec , High Definition Audio ,2/4/5.1/7.1-channel, Dolby Home Theater, LAN: 10/100/1000 Mbit
- Expansion Slots: 1 x PCI Express x16 slot running at x16 ,1 x PCI Express x16 slot running at x8
- Storage Interface: 2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors , 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors ,Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1,
- Back Panel Connectors: 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port ,1 x HDMI port 1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector,
- Back panel connectors: 1 x IEEE 1394 port, 8 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports, 2 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports, 1 x RJ-45 port, 6 x audio jacks,
- Expansion slots:,3 x PCI Express x1 slots,2 x PCI slots, Support for 2-Way AMD CrossFireX/NVIDIA SLI technology
- Internal I/O Connectors: 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector, 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector, 4 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors, 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors,
- Internal I/O connectors: 1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header, 1 x IEEE 1394a header, 1 x serial port header,
- Internal I/O connectors:1 x mSATA connector, 1 x CPU fan header, 2 x system fan headers, 1 x power fan header, 1 x front panel header, 1 x
- Internal I/O connectors:front panel audio header, 1 x S/PDIF Out header, 3 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers,
- Internal I/o connectors: 1 x clearing CMOS jumper, 1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header,
- Memory: DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz memory modules
- Storage interface: RAID 5, and RAID 10, 2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors Support for RAID 0 and RAID 1
- USB: Up to 14 USB 2.0/1.1 ports , Up to 4 USB 3.0/2.0 ports , up to 2 IEEE 1394 ports
Product Description
From the Manufacturer
The GA-Z68XP-UD3 motherboard, based on the Intell® Z68 Express Chipset and supporting the new 2nd generation Intell® CoreTM processors. Delivering the very best that Intell® 6 series chipsets have to offer, including a significant performance boost with Intell® Smart Response Technology, the first ever mSATA drive connectors on a standard desktop PC motherboard, and GIGABYTE's proprietary Touch BIOSTM technology, GIGABYTE Z68 series motherboards put users in the driver seat, allowing them to take total control over how their system operates and performs to best match their individual computing needs.
Key Feature
- Supports for LGA1155 2nd Generation Intel® CoreTM Processors
- Touch BIOSTM delivers No Need for Reboot to more easily modify BIOS settings.
- 4X performance boost with mSATA IntelR Smart Response Technology
- Ultra Durable 3 Technology with copper cooled quality for lower working temperature
- Supports USB 3.0 with superfast transfer rates of up to 5 Gbps
- GIGABYTE 3x USB Power with On/Off Charge USB ports
- High speed SATA3 storage interface with superfast 6Gbps link speed
- SLI and CrossFireX multi-graphics support for ultimate graphics performance
- Hybrid EFI technology with DualBIOS for 3TB HDD support
- HDMI graphics output for smoother HD video playback
- XHD technology accelerating hard drive performance with ease
- Features high speed Gigabit Ethernet connection
- GIGABYTE DualBIOSTM technology delivering highest level failure protection
Overview
Onboard mSATA for Intel® SLC SSDs and Smart Response Technology
GIGABYTE Z68 series motherboards are equipped with the much anticipated IntelR Smart Response Technology, allowing users to experience system performance similar to SSD only systems. IntelR Smart Response technology works by using intelligent block-based caching of frequently used applications to improve system performance and responsiveness.
GIGABYTE Z68 motherboards are equipped with the much anticipated IntelR Smart Response Technology, allowing users to experience system performance similar to SSD-only systems. IntelR Smart Response technology works by using intelligent block-based caching of frequently used applications to improve system performance and responsiveness. In fact, GIGABYTE Z68 motherboards with IntelR Smart Response Technology are able to outperform hybrid drive systems by more than 2X (PC Mark Vantage HDD test) and HDD-only systems by as much as 4X (PC Mark Vantage HDD test) and deliver a 60% performance improvement over HDD-only systems in PC Mark Vantage Suite.
GIGABYTE EZ Smart Response
The GIGABYTE EZ Smart Response utility is a simple application that allows users to quickly and easily configure their system for Intel® Smart Response Technology. In the past, enabling Intel® Smart Response meant users needed to enter the BIOS in order to configure their system for RAID mode, which then required a complete reinstall of the operating system. Once that processes was complete, users then needed to install the Intel® Rapid Storage Utility as well as configure Intel's Smart Response Technology. GIGABYTE EZ Smart Response does all of this automatically, without users having to perform a complicated install process. This allows them to quickly and effortlessly enjoy a significant boost in system performance.
GIGABYTE Touch BIOSTM (Patent Pending)
An Innovative New Way to Modify BIOS Settings
Navigating through the BIOS to change system settings can be a daunting task for users not familiar with control "F" functions and mouse-less navigation. While some EFI BIOS try to address this with a mouse friendly environment, many implementations still lack a certain ease-of-use necessary for most people. With GIGABYTE Touch BIOSTM, GIGABYTE engineers have completely re-imagined how users can interact with their BIOS, allowing for a more intuitive user experience. In fact, with a touch screen monitor, GIGABYTE Touch BIOSTM is as easy to use as most apps on your iPhone.
Built-in Visuals
Built-in Visuals GIGABYTE Z68 motherboards offer support for several 2nd generation Intel® CoreTM Built-in Visual Features.
Intel® Quick Sync Video
Up to 2X faster media processing than any other solution for incredibly fast conversion of video files for portable media players or online sharing.
Intel® InTruTM 3D
Users can enjoy the ultimate 3D visual experiences–seamlessly–from their PC. Now you they can watch their favorite 3D movies with Blu-ray Stereo 3D playback using active shutter 3D glasses. It delivers it all in 1080p full, high-definition resolution on the TV over HDMI 1.4.
Intel® Insider
Allows users to view premium 1080p HD content on their GIGABYTE Z68 series system.
Switchable Graphics with LucidLogix Virtu GPU Virtualization
GIGABYTE Z68 motherboards are enabled with LucidLogix Virtu GPU Virtualization technology which allows users to dynamically switch between their built-in graphics and their high-end, 3D discrete graphics cards. This is ideal for gamers who require high-resolution gaming and still want to enjoy the built-in media features of 2nd generation Intel® CoreTM processors. In so doing, switchable graphics helps to dramatically reduce PC graphics power consumption.
Multi-display support with CrossFireX and SLITM
Flexible graphics capabilities supported for either CrossFireXTM or SLITM action, delivering the ultimate in graphics performance for gaming enthusiasts who demand the highest frame rates without compromising on resolution.
Product Description
Supports for LGA1155 2nd Generation Intel Core Processors, Touch BIOS delivers the innovative new way to modify BIOS,4X performance boost with mSATA Intel Smart Response Technology, Ultra Durable 3 technology with 2oz copper PCB design, Supports USB 3.0 with superfast transfer rates of up to 5 Gbps, High speed SATA3 storage interface with superfast 6Gbps link speed, GIGABYTE 3x USB Power with On/Off Charge USB ports, SLI and CrossFireX multi-graphics support for ultimate graphics performance, Hybrid EFI technology with DualBIOS for 3TB HDD support, HDMI graphics output for smoother HD video playback, XHD technology accelerating hard drive performance with ease, Features high speed Gigabit Ethernet connection, GIGABYTE DualBIOS technology delivering highest level failure protection,
Customer Reviews
By Tow-Mater-Water
Pros: This board is like the more expensive Z68XP-UD4, but it has an extra PCI-e x1, and an onboard mSATA connector. It includes FireWire ports, unlike most of the other boards in this price range. It has an HDMI out for the Intel HD graphics so you can use Intel's Quick Sync technology for video converting, and it includes Lucid's Virtu software so that it's still usable with a discreet video card. I've tried 2 converters (Cyberlink MediaEspresso 6, ArcSoft MediaConvertor 7) and they both see Quick Sync with a discreet card installed.
Cons: The mSATA port is SATA II, and disables one of the SATA II ports when in use, but you still have plenty. I'm not using it yet, but I'll likely use it later for Intel's Smart Response or a similar SSD caching technology when it becomes available.
Though it has an HDMI output onboard, it's designed for use with a discreet video card, as it has no DVI or VGA ports. I think it's a smart tradeoff, giving the best of both worlds.
It can be kind of difficult determining the differences between Gigabyte models.
Best Tech details for this mobo:
Case: Corsair Graphite 600T
Power supply: Corsair TX750
Graphics: Intel & EVGA GeForce 560Ti OC (Virtu enabled)
Mem: 8GB Crucial Ballistix
CPU: core i5 2500K
CPU cooler: Antec Kuhker H2O 620
HDD: WD 1TB 7200rpm Black
SSD cache: 64GB crucial M4
Mobo: Gigabyte Z68XP-UD3
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