Virtu GPU Virtualization Software

Graphics technology found in an integrated GPU, an Intel Sandy Bridge CPU or on a discrete 3D graphics card have a variety of different, yet inportant, graphics, media, gaming and power saving benefits. In comes Virtu, the first GPU virtualization software that makes it all accessible and eliminates the need to choose.

USB 3.0

Experience Fastest data transfers at 5 Gbps with USB 3.0--the new latest connectivity standard. Built to connect easily with next-generation components and peripherals, USB 3.0 transfers data 10X faster and backward compatible with previous USB 2.0 components.

100% Solid Caps

With armor-plated Biostar Technology, all capacitors are placed with 100% solid capacitors that have a lasting life cycle, durability and stability for crucial components.

G.P.U (Green Power Utility)

BIOSTAR G.P.U (Green Power Utility) is a new function that enhances energy efficiency by disabling extra phases while CPU is under light loading. It integrates a friendly GUI to monitor the resourcing and response of your CPU thus optimizing the power saving function in your system. G.P.U. constantly sets up the best power efficiency in your system, be it for heavy 3D gaming, Internet or MSN charting.

BIO-Remote 2

BIO-Remote2 Technology is featuring users a better Home Theater environment. Users who own either Android mobile or Apple goods are able to access and control your PC remotely; At this moment, you’re smart device became a intelligent and functional remote controller; more than that, BIO-Remote2 also includes both function of mouse pad and power point presentation mode.

Charger Booster

Charger booster is the best and efficient charger solution for apple devices such as iPad, iPhone. Basically, Charger booster Technology is able to boost the charging time to be more efficiency and faster once any apple goods connecting to our Motherboard. With charger booster technology, you are able to charge your apple devices up to 42 % faster.

Blu-ray Audio

Upgrading your Audio performance in the easiest way is choosing BIOSTAR ultimate Motherboard. It does support Blu-ray audio DRM (compatible driver/software) and provide the higher audio output of 24 bit/ 192KHz than the 16 bit/ 48KHz from the normal MB. You will experience the high quality sound effect with pure Blu-Ray Audio.

Chipset-CPU Features

Intel LGA 1155 2nd Generation Intel Core™ Processors support

2nd Generation Intel® Core™ Processors with New 32nm Intel® micro architecture / Impressive leap in energy-efficient performance / Optimized Intel Turbo Boost Technology and Intel Hyper-Threading Technology / Significant advances in visual and 3D graphics capabilities / New Intel RAVX instructions for enhanced floating point intensive application performance.

Dual Channel DDR3

It supports 2 or 4 DIMM Slots DDR3 memory that features data transfer rates of DDR3 2000(O.C.)/1800(O.C.)/1600/1333. The processor support 2 memory channels and setting the memory multiplier, allows selection of the channel speed. These clearly uplift the band width and boost the overall system performance.

ATI CrossFire X™ Technology

ATI CrossFireX™ is the ultimate multi-GPU performance gaming platform. With game-dominating power, ATI CrossFireX technology enables two or more discrete graphics processors to work together to improve system performance. It supports up to four ATI Radeon™ HD graphics cards, making it the most scalable gaming platform ever!

SATA 6Gb/s

SATAIII 6Gbps provides a higher bandwidth to retrieve and transfer HD media. With this super speed data transfer, SATAIII allows an incredible data boost which is 2x faster than the SATA 3G.

T-Overclocker

T-overclocker presents a simple Windows-based system performance enhancement and utility management. It features several powerful yet easy to use tools such as overclocking for system performance enhancement, CPU and memory special enhancement, a smart-fan control for managing fan speed control of both CPU cooling fan, north-bridge chipset cooling fan, PC health for monitoring system status, and pre-set OC modes for easy OC.

Other Features

Rapid Switch

No more meddling with the power and reset jumpers onboard. The power and reset buttons are already built onboard. It is convenient for DIY users to test the board without short-circuiting the wrong pins.

Rapid Debug

There is no need to check any H/W installation error. Onboard LED indicator answers the question for the user.

• Intel Z68

• 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i7 Processor
• 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i5 Processor
• 2nd Generation Intel® Core™ i3 Processor
• Maximum CPU TDP (Thermal Design Power) : 95Watt

• Support Dual Channel DDR3 2200(OC)/2133(OC)/1866(OC)/1600(OC)/1333/1066 MHz
• 4 x DDR3 DIMM Memory Slot
• Max. Supports up to 32GB Memory
• It is recommended to install memory module on the red DDR3 DIMM slot (DDR3_A2 or DDR3_B2) to boot the system.

• 2 x PCI Slots
• 1 x PCI-E x1 2.0 Slot
• 2 x PCI-E x16 2.0 Slot (x16 + x4)

• 2 x SATA3 6Gb/s Connector
• 4 x SATA2 3Gb/s Connector
• Support SATA RAID: 0,1,5,10
• Support Intel Smart Response Technology

• ASMedia ASM1042 USB 3.0 controller
• 2 x USB 3.0 Port
• 2 x USB 2.0 Port
• 3 x USB 2.0 Header

• Realtek RTL8111E - 10/100/1000 Controller

• By CPU model

• Realtek ALC892 6-Channel Blu-ray Audio

• 1 x PS/2 Keyboard
• 2 x USB 3.0 Port
• 2 x USB 2.0 Port
• 1 x HDMI Connector
• 1 x DVI Connector
• 1 x VGA Port
• 1 x RJ-45 Port
• 3 x Audio Connector

• 1 x Printer Header
• 3 x USB 2.0 Header
• 2 x SATA3 6Gb/s Connector
• 4 x SATA2 3Gb/s Connector
• 1 x Front Audio Header
• 1 x Front Panel Header
• 1 x S/PDIF-OUT Header
• 1 x CPU FAN Header
• 2 x System FAN Header
• 1 x Serial Header
• 1 x CIR Header

• ATX Form Factor Dimension: 30.5 cm x 23 cm ( W x L )

• Support Windows XP / Vista / 7

• 4 x SATA Cable
• 1 x I/O Shield
• 1 x CD Driver
• 1 x User Manual

• Supports BIO-Remote2
• Supports BIO-Remote
• Windows 7 Compatible
• Supports 100% Solid capacitor
• Supports Rapid Switch
• Supports Repid Debug
• Supports Toverclcoker OC software
• Supports GPU
• Supports Charger Booster
• Supports BIOS Online Update