Introduction & Specs
The Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe supports both DDR and DDR2 RAM, and includes onboard video. Businesses and money conscious buyers will be interested to see how it can stretch the upgrade dollar.
Most consumers looking to buy an Intel 915P motherboard will have to deal with the choice of using either DDR or DDR2. However, the Asus P5GDC-V we are reviewing today makes the decision a bit easier for you by supporting both DDR and DDR2. The P5GDC-V also puts itself apart from the rest by using the 915G chipset which includes the Intel’s Media Graphics Accelerator 900 video integrated on the product.
While these features may not appeal to the enthusiast or to the gamer, the P5GDC-V will make a splash with businesses and customers looking to stretch their upgrade options and dollars.
Specifications
Asus P5GDC-V Deluxe | |
Chipset |
Intel 915G / ICH6R |
Bus Frequency< STRONG> |
800MHz / 533 MHz |
Memory< STRONG> |
DDR 333MHz, 400MHz |
Memory Slots< STRONG> |
DDR – 4 slots |
Memory Capacity< STRONG> |
DDR – 4GB |
Drive Connectivity< STRONG> |
2x IDE |
Video |
Intel Media Accelerator 900 |
Audio |
C-Media CMI9880 (Intel HD Audio support) |
Analog Audio Connectivity< STRONG> |
Front, Surround, Rear, Center / Subwoofer, Line-in, Microphone |
Digital Audio Connectivity< STRONG> |
Coax & Optical Output |
Network< STRONG> |
1 x Marvell PCIe 88E8053 Gigabit LAN controller |
USB 2.0< STRONG> |
8 connections (4x rear panel, 2x on bracket, 2x spare) |
Firewire IEEE1394 |
2x IEEE1394a (rear I/O, bracket) |
Other Features |
Stack Cool heat spreader |