MODEL- GA-G33M-S2L        VENDOR- GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY
    
FEATURES- Intel G33 + ICH9 Chipset Motherboard
       Supports Intel Core 2 multi-core and upcoming 45nm processors.
       Solid capacitors design in CPU VRM 
       Dual Channel DDR2 800 for outstanding system performance 
       Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3100 (Intel GMA 3100) 
       Integrated SATA 3Gb/s interface 
       Features high speed Gigabit Ethernet 
       Integrated High Definition audio 
* Intel Core 2 multi-core and upcoming 45nm processors
   GA-G33M-S2L supports Intel latest high performance CPU delivers the most 
   energy-efficient performance available today. Based on Intel's Micro 
   Architecture, the Intel multi-core processors with 4 cores and two 
   shared L2 caches provide the best capability-per-watt solutions and are 
   an ideal choice for multi-media enthusiasts and intensive multi-tasking 
   environments. This cutting-edge processor offers significant performance 
   boosts and provides an overall more energy efficient platform.
* Intel G33 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.
* Windows Vista Premium Logo Certified
   Windows Vista Premium promises to deliver a streamlined computing 
   experience designed to fundamentally change how users view, find and 
   organize their digital information. With P35/G33/G31/P965/G965/946/945 
   solutions all enabling support for Vista Premium, GIGABYTE offers a 
   fresh and unique desktop experience that will be more informative, 
   intuitive and completely new.
* Solid Capacitor for CPU VRM
   Stable system operation depends upon the quality of CPU VRM (voltage 
   regulator module). GIGABYTE adopts Conductive Polymer Aluminum Solid 
   Capacitors for CPU VRM to ensure a longer lifespan for systems in daily 
   operation and boost system stability under extreme conditions. CPU VRM 
   with Solid Capacitors featuring better electronic conductivity, 
   excellent heat resistance enhances system durability even operating in 
   high temperature environment.
* PCI Express Interface
   Revolutionary PCI Express interface provides scalable bandwidth for 
   multi-purpose usage. PCI-E x16 interface delivers the utmost graphics 
   experience; PCI-E x1interface delivers twice the bandwidth of PCI 
   interface up to 250MB/s for new generation I/O peripheral devices. 
* Dual Channel DDR2 800
   Get a jump in memory performance with the advanced technology of DDR2 
   800 memory architecture, which delivers superior performance for the 
   most demanding applications 
* Intel GMA 3100
   Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3100 support Microsoft DirectX 9.0 and 
   Windows Vista Aero experience. The 3D enhancement of GMA 3100 highly 
   improves the realism and graphics performance. 
* Intel Clear Video Technology
   Intel Clear Video Technology delivers enhanced video playback, sharper 
   images, and precise color control for a premium visual experience.
* SATA 3Gb/s storage interface
   The SATA specification doubles bus bandwidth from 1.5Gb/s to 3Gb/s. 
   Native Command Queuing is a new specification that enables out-of-order 
   execution of commands for efficient retrieval of data. Hot Plug support 
   allows users to insert and remove hard disk drives without shutting off 
   power to the system. 
* Gigabit LAN connectivity
   The Gigabit network interface delivers a high speed LAN connection with 
   data transfer rate up to 1000Mb/s, providing new generation connectivity 
   for the broadband era. Gigabit LAN is ideally for seamless internet 
   connection such as streaming audio and video contents 
* Smart
   The Smart featured motherboards of GIGABYTE S-series provide GIGABYTE 
   proprietary innovative software such as Download Center, @BIOS, Q-Flash, 
   Xpress Install, Boot menu, and Smart Fan. BIOS and driver management now 
   becomes much easier and user friendly through GIGABYTE Smart features!
* Safe
   Safe is the key feature of GIGABYTE S-series motherboards with the 
   following elements: Excellent hardware design reinforced BIOS protection 
   through GIGABYTE Virtual Dual BIOS Technology and GIGABYTE BIOS Setting 
   Recovery Technology. Unique system software such as Xpress Recovery 2, 
   PC Health Monitor, HDD S.M.A.R.T., and C.O.M. further strengthen the 
   stability and reliability of your PC!.
* RoHS compliant
   As a member of the global community to look after the environment, 
   Gigabyte complies with the European Union's Restriction of use of 
   certain Hazardous Substances (RoHS) directive which limits the use of 
   lead, mercury, cadmium and other hazardous substances in electronic 
   products.. From components and material selection to production 
   processes, make up of accessories, packaging/color boxes etc; GIGABYTE 
   has carefully examined and designed this product to be 100% RoHS 
   compliant. GIGABYTE will continue to develop RoHS compliant PC 
   components and commit valuable resources to promoting and advancing RoHS 
   directive goals and objectives.
     
  -- SPECIFICATIONs ------------------------------------
PROCESSOR    - Supports Intel Core 2 Extreme processor/Intel Core 2 Quad 
                 processor/Intel Core 2 Duo processor/Intel Pentium 
                 processor Extreme Edition/Intel Pentium D processor/Intel 
                 Pentium 4 processor Extreme Edition/Intel Pentium 4 
                 processor/Intel Celeron processor in the LGA 775 package.
               Supports 1333/1066/800 MHz FSB 
CHIPSET      - Northbridge: Intel G33 Express Chipset 
               Southbridge: Intel ICH9
MEMORY       - (4) 240-pin 1.8V DDR2 DIMM sockets supporting up to 8 GB of 
                   system memory; Dual channel memory architecture.
               Support for DDR2 800/667 MHz memory modules
EXPANSION    - (2) 32-bit PCI slots
               (1) PCI Express x16 slot 
               (1) PCI Express x1 slot
AUDIO        - Realtek ALC662 codec with High Definition Audio 2/4/5.1-
                 channel support.
               Support for S/PDIF Out and CD In.
VIDEO        - Integrated in the North Bridge 
ETHERNET     - Realtek RTL8111B LAN Controller 
STORAGE      - South Bridge: 
                 (1) IDE connector supporting ATA-100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE 
                     devices.
                 (4) SATA 3Gb/s connectors supporting up to 4 SATA 3Gb/s 
                     devices.
               iTE IT8718 chip: 
                 (1) floppy disk drive connector supporting up to 1 floppy 
                     disk drive.
INTERNAL I/O - (1) 24-pin ATX power connector 
               (1) 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 
               (1) Floppy connector 
               (1) IDE connector 
               (4) SATA 3Gb/s connectors 
               (1) CPU fan header 
               (1) System fan header 
               (1) Front panel header 
               (1) Front audio header 
               (1) CD In connector 
               (3) USB 2.0/1.1 headers 
               (1) SPDIF In/out header 
               (1) Chassis intrusion header 
               (1) Power LED header 
REAR I/O     - (1) PS/2 keyboard port 
               (1) PS/2 mouse port 
               (1) Parallel port 
               (1) Serial port
               (6) USB 2.0/1.1 ports 
               (1) 15-pin VGA port 
               (1) RJ-45 port 
               (3) Audio jacks (Line In/Line Out/Microphone)
HARDWARE MONITORING-
               System voltage detection 
               CPU temperature detection 
               CPU/System fan speed detection 
               CPU overheating warning 
               CPU/System fan failure warning 
               CPU Fan speed control 
BIOS         - 1 x 4 Mbit flash
               Use of licensed AWARD BIOS 
               PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 1.0b 
MISCELLANEOUS- Supports @BIOS 
               Supports Download Center 
               Supports Q-Flash 
               Supports EasyTune
               Supports Xpress Install 
               Supports Xpress Recovery2 
               Supports Virtual DualBIOS 
DIMENSIONS   - microATX form factor, 24.4cm x 20.7cm
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