Unboxing : ASUS Sabertooth X58

Updated 23 May, 2013, 8:16 pm IST

Monday February 20 02:49 am

Today we're un boxing the ASUS Sabertooth X58 1366 motherboard! This motherboard is very high end and runs amazingly well. The quality of this board is also very good. Overall this board is one of the best X58 motherboards available on the market. Info : Asus does it again with the Sabertooth X58 motherboard! Forged for ultimate reliability, the Asus Sabertooth X58 delivers a "tough" image. It is based on Intel's X58 Express and ICH10R chipsets to host the newest LGA1366 Core i7 processors for ultimate powerful performance. An array of unique design and quality components makes it a great choice for the enthusiasts that pursue the preeminent stability, all-round compatibility, and extreme durability. An innovative ceramics coating with larger area delivers better cooling for increased system stability. The E.S.P technology offers optimal power efficiency for key components. TUF components including Alloy Choke, Cap. & MOSFET ensure solid performance even in the most challenging condition. Support Intel Core i7 Based on the Intel X58 chipset, the Asus Sabertooth X58 supports Intel's latest generation Core i7 processors in LGA1366 socket, providing unprecedented computing power to match the performance levels you are looking for. Quad-GPU SLI and Quad-GPU CrossFireX Support The Asus Sabertooth X58 features two PCI-E 2.0 x16 slots that support Quad-GPU SLI and Quad-GPU CrossFireX, delivering a brand-new gaming style you've never experienced before! CeraM!X Technology The innovative ceramics coating with its microscopic irregular surface and enlarged area conduct the heat more effectively for better cooling and enhanced system stability. E.S.P. - Efficient Switching Power Design Exclusively for this motherboard, the E.S.P. technology works on the CPU and other key components such as graphics card, PCI slots, and chipsets, providing optimal power efficiency and reduced heat generation. TUF Components The TUF components including Alloy Choke, Cap. & MOSFET are certified by military-standard through third party, delivering solid performance even in the most demanding condition. Support SATA 6GB/s and USB 3.0 Revolutionary SuperSpeed USB 3.0 technology delivers up to 5Gbps bandwidth, which is 10x faster than USB 2.0 and boosts data transfer rate between PC and USB devices. Next-generation SATA Revision 3.0 interface provides up to 6Gb/s data transfer rates for enhanced performance, efficiency, convenience and flexibility. Brand : ASUS Model : Sabertooth X58 CPU Socket Type : LGA 1366 CPU Type : Core i7 (LGA1366) Supported CPU Technologies Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology Chipsets North Bridge Intel X58 South Bridge Intel ICH10R Memory Number of Memory Slots : 6×240pin Memory Standard : DDR3 1866/1800/1600/1333/1066 Maximum Memory Supported : 24GB Channel Supported : Triple Channel Expansion Slots PCI Express 2.0 x16 : 2 x PCIe 2.0 x16 (dual at x16/x16 mode) PCI Express x16 : 1 x PCIe x16 (at x4 mode) PCI Express x1 : 2 PCI Slots : 1 Storage Devices SATA 3Gb/s :6 SATA 6Gb/s :2 x SATA 6Gb/s SATA RAID : 0/1/5/10 Onboard Video Onboard Video Chipset : None Onboard Audio Audio Chipset : Realtek ALC892 Audio Channels :8 Channels Onboard LAN LAN Chipset : Realtek 8110SC Max LAN Speed 10/100/1000Mbps Rear Panel Ports PS/2 :1 x PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Combo port USB 1.1/2.0 : 6 x USB 2.0 USB 3.0 : 2 x USB 3.0 IEEE 1394 : 1 x IEEE 1394a eSATA :1 x Power eSATA 3Gb/s port (SATA On-the-Go) 1 x eSATA 3Gb/s port (SATA On-the-Go) S/PDIF Out :1 x Optical Audio Ports : 6 Ports