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Micro ATX motherboard, dark PCB with black heatsinks, LGA 1155 socket, DDR3 slots, rear I/O shield included

ASUS

ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z LGA 1155 Z68 DDR3 32GB Micro ATX Intel motherboard

SKU CH-PQC0-8TC7F

Micro-ATX Intel Z68 board with LGA 1155 socket supporting up to 32 GB DDR3 and SATA storage

  • CPU socketLGA 1155
  • ChipsetIntel Z68
  • Max supported RAM32 GB
  • LGA 1155 socket fits compatible Intel CPUs
  • Intel Z68 chipset enables overclocking features
  • DDR3 memory support up to 32 GB
  • Micro ATX form factor saves case space
  • Includes SATA cable for drive connection

Socket LGA 1155 Z68 motherboard

This ASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z board uses the Intel Z68 chipset and fits LGA 1155 processors. It accepts DDR3 memory up to 32GB total capacity. The Micro ATX form factor suits smaller chassis builds.

Builders needing LGA 1155 DDR3 platform

This suits builders replacing a board in an existing LGA 1155 system or assembling a legacy DDR3 rig. Buyers who need newer CPU sockets, different memory types or larger ATX layouts should look at something else.

Check CPU socket and memory type

Verify your processor uses the LGA 1155 socket and that your modules are DDR3. Confirm the chassis accepts Micro ATX mounting points. The package includes the motherboard, one SATA cable and the rear I/O panel only.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameASUS
Model nameASUS Maximus IV GENE-Z
Processor
CPU socketLGA 1155
ChipsetIntel Z68
Memory
Max supported RAM32 GB

Questions about this item

Which DDR3 memory kits can I use to reach the 32GB maximum memory supported?

Any DDR3 modules that total 32GB across the board's DIMM slots will reach the stated maximum; match speed and voltage to the CPU's memory controller for stable operation.

Will an existing LGA 1155 CPU work in this Z68 chipset board without a BIOS update?

An LGA 1155 processor is the required CPU for this socket; Z68 chipset boards generally support the socket's native processors out of the box.

How can I confirm the board is posting correctly after installing the supplied I/O back panel and SATA cable?

Connect the back panel, attach the SATA cable to a drive, power on and watch for the BIOS splash screen or listen for a single beep indicating a successful POST.

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