GIGABYTE has announced the launch of the highly anticipated EP45-DS3L motherboards. Based on the new Intel P43 chipset, GA-EP43-S3L delivers a record setting 1600MHz Front Side Bus by overclocking for the latest Intel Core 2 multi-core processors, including 45nm CPUs. With supporting dual channel DDR2 up to 1200MHz by overclocking, GA-EP43-S3L motherboard provides the highest levels of performance and stability. GA-EP43-S3L delivers several advanced GIGABYTE innovations including the DES Advanced, Ultra Durable in CPU VRM, DualBIOS design which provide optimized power savings, ultra cooling and ultra data protection.

Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced

GIGABYTE Dynamic Energy Saver Advanced (DES Advance) provides better energy saving capabilities and enhanced system performance. DES Advanced is the world's only motherboard energy saving technology with hardware-based Dynamic 4-Gear* Switching. With support for VRD 11.1, GIGABYTE's DES Advanced allows the motherboard to switch to 1 Gear phase switching during idle, allowing for a dramatic increase in power savings. GIGABYTE has also retooled DES to allow overclockers to experience the benefits of multi-gear power phase switching while overclocking, providing ultra stable, ultra smooth overclocking performance.

The 4-Gear feature may vary by model. Gear 1 phase switching requires 45nm processors with PSI signal enabled.

Solid Capacitor and Ferrite Core Choke for CPU VRM

Stable system operation depends upon the quality of CPU VRM (voltage regulator module). GIGABYTE adopts Conductive Polymer Aluminum Solid Capacitors and Ferrite Core Choke for CPU VRM featuring better electronic conductivity, excellent heat resistance, and ensures a longer lifespan for systems in daily operation and boost system stability under extreme conditions.

Dual Channel DDR2 1200 by O.C

Experience the advanced technology of DDR2 1200 memory by overclocking, featuring faster speeds and higher data bandwidth, which delivers superior performance for the most demanding applications. * Please refer "Memory Support List" for memory support information.

EasyTune6

GIGABYTE has completely redesigned EasyTune6 from the ground up to make it easier than ever to manage and monitor your hardware resources as well as tweak your system settings in order to achieve maximum system performance. Whether you are an overclocking enthusiast, or a computer novice, EasyTune6 provides the tools you need to quickly and effortlessly fine tune your system.

Dual BIOS- Patented Dual Hardware BIOS Protection

DualBIOS is a GIGABYTE patented technology that automatically recovers BIOS data when the main BIOS has crashed or failed. Featuring 2 physical BIOS ROMs integrated onboard, GIGABYTE DualBIOS allows quick and seamless recovery from BIOS damage or failure due to viruses or improper BIOS updating.

Specification

· Intel P43 + ICH10 Chipset

· Revolution energy saving design with DES technology featuring hardware based Dynamic 4-Gear switching

· Supports 45nm Intel Core 2 multi-core processors with FSB 1600 (O.C.) MHz

· Dual channel DDR2 1200 (O.C.) for remarkable system performance

· Ultimate graphics performance with PCI-E x16 2.0 interface

· Integrated high speed SATA 3Gb/s

· Features high speed Gigabit Ethernet connection

· 8 channel High definition audio

Availability: Gigabyte products are distributed in India by Avnet ( India ), Ingram Micro, Redington. The Gigabyte GA-EP45-DS3L is priced at Rs.9900.