Today, abit launches the latest Multimedia Platform motherboard, the I-G31. With the Intelâ—‹R G31 chipset, the abit I-G31 supports Intel Core™ 2 Extreme/Quad/Duo & Pentium® Dual-Core processors. With Intel’s integrated Graphics Media Accelerator (Intel GMA 3100), the abit I-G31 not only offers advanced Clear Video Technology but also supports DirectX 9.0, Shader Model 2.0 and OpenGL 1.4. The abit I-G31 is compatible with next generation 45nm processors allowing for up to 1333FSB. To easily build a comfortable and powerful entertainment platform, the I-G31 offers an on-board D-SUB port and 5.1 CH HD audio codec. Moreover, with abit engineered features such as the abit EQ, you have a built-in hardware control center, automatically informing you in case abnormalities should occur.

 

Intel GMA3100 on-board Graphic
3D enhancements enable greater flexibility and scalability and improved realism with support for Microsoft DirectX* 9.0c, Shader Model 2.0 and OpenGL 1.4.

 

abit EQ Technology
The abit EQ is a self-diagnostic system that protects PC hardware by monitoring voltages, CPU & system fans speed, and CPU/system temperature. With the new generation abit EQ interface, you are going to have a yet more user-friendly experience.

 

Specifications and additional information can be found here

 

 

 

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