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Gigabyte GA-G33M-DS2R Intel G33 Mainboard Review Intro 1/6
Bluetooth 19 Jul 2007

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Gigabyte GA-G33M-DS2R

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Introduction

It Gigabyte introduces a new mATX board based on the new Intel G33 integrated graphics chipset. The Intel® G33 Express Chipset supports the latest multi-core processors up to FSB 1333MHz and the upcoming 45nm platform. Equipped with Intel Clear Video Technology, the G33 provides the latest high-definition video capabilities, as well as support for HD-DVD & Blue-ray. Featuring extended overall platform performance through greater energy efficiency, the Intel G33 Express Chipset delivers an enhanced multimedia experience with vibrant, richly detailed image quality, theatre-quality sound and intensive gaming performance. The chipset also supports Intel® Clear Video Technology which delivers enhanced video playback, sharper images, and precise color control for a premium visual experience.

This board supports Dual Channel DDR2 800, SATA II 3Gb/s  NCQ. With Intel® Matrix Storage Technology Intel® Matrix Storage Technology, it can deliver up to 80% faster storage performance with PCs equipped with two hard drives using RAID 0,1,5.

The board also comes with a 106dB S/N Ratio audio codec ALC889A and support Blu-ray/HD DVD Full Rate Audio. The ALC889A enables high quality Full Rate Lossless Audio for content protected media and support for both Blu-ray and HD DVD. The ALC889A provides support for 7.1 sound playback, plus 2 channels of independent stereo output (multiple streaming) through the front panel stereo outputs.

Other features on this board include Gigabit LAN connectivity, 1394. GIGABYTE proprietary innovative software such as Download Center, @BIOS, Q-Flash, Xpress Install, Boot menu, and Smart Fan. BIOS and driver management is also supported on this S-series board.

Although not mentioned, the package also comes with a eSATA bracket allowing you to connect two of the 6 SATAII ports to hook up external SATA HDD.

 

 

Specs

GA-G33M-DS2R
     Intel® G33 + ICH9R Chipset

  1. Supports Intel® Core™ 2 multi-core and upcoming 45nm processors
  2. Dual Channel DDR2 800 for outstanding system performance
  3. Integrated Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 3100 (Intel GMA 3100)
  4. Integrated SATA 3Gb/s with RAID function
  5. Features high speed Gigabit Ethernet and IEEE1394
  6. Integrated ALC889A 8-Channel High Definition audio
  7. Ultra durable2 motherboard with top quality highly efficient components

 

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