Simba
Distinguished Member
Hi,
i dont really upgrade the mobo in my computers very often, i like to make them last as far as reasonable however i feel its time to replace my current Gigabyte P35-DS3R.
I now use my computer in a HTPC type setup using XBMC so not really into gaming.
I would like something with as many of USB 3.0 ports and SATA 3 as possible - i have a mix of HDD and SSD sata 2 and 3 drives running on sata 1 just now so not making the most of them. Il be using WD Red, WD Black and Samsung EVO 240 (primary boot)
A good reliable Gigabit ethernet controller is a must - dont need wifi.
My current video card is a modded ATI HIS 5850 1 gb with a twin turbo pro cooler so dead silent. its overkill i know but its fine for just.
Onboard audio DACS im not too fussed about as i would bitstream the audio anyway.
Never really kept up with PCI Express tech, but i saw there is SATA Express and M2 which could be useful on the long term.
Basically id like a board with fast controllers for my drives, no gaming needs and as many usb 3 ports. Not sure if Z97 is the way to go for the long run.
Dont think i need anything else lol.
i dont really upgrade the mobo in my computers very often, i like to make them last as far as reasonable however i feel its time to replace my current Gigabyte P35-DS3R.
I now use my computer in a HTPC type setup using XBMC so not really into gaming.
I would like something with as many of USB 3.0 ports and SATA 3 as possible - i have a mix of HDD and SSD sata 2 and 3 drives running on sata 1 just now so not making the most of them. Il be using WD Red, WD Black and Samsung EVO 240 (primary boot)
A good reliable Gigabit ethernet controller is a must - dont need wifi.
My current video card is a modded ATI HIS 5850 1 gb with a twin turbo pro cooler so dead silent. its overkill i know but its fine for just.
Onboard audio DACS im not too fussed about as i would bitstream the audio anyway.
Never really kept up with PCI Express tech, but i saw there is SATA Express and M2 which could be useful on the long term.
Basically id like a board with fast controllers for my drives, no gaming needs and as many usb 3 ports. Not sure if Z97 is the way to go for the long run.
Dont think i need anything else lol.
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