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GIGABYTE

GIGABYTE G1.Sniper M5 rev. 1.0 Intel motherboard

SKU CH-WWAY-FAYEE

Z87 micro-ATX board for LGA1150 CPUs with DDR3 slots, sold without I/O shield

  • Z87 chipset supports 4th-gen Intel Core processors
  • LGA1150 socket fits compatible CPUs directly
  • DDR3 memory slots enable fast system RAM
  • Micro ATX form factor fits compact builds
  • Grade A condition ensures reliable operation

Intel Z87 Micro ATX Motherboard

The GIGABYTE G1.Sniper M5 rev. 1.0 is an Intel Z87 chipset motherboard built for the LGA1150 socket. It supports DDR3 memory in a Micro ATX form factor. The board is supplied without an I/O shield or any accessories. It was removed from a new system and remains fully operational.

Enthusiasts building on LGA1150

This board suits builders who need a Z87 platform for an existing LGA1150 processor and DDR3 modules. Buyers who require an included I/O shield, cables or documentation should look elsewhere. Systems needing a different socket or chipset cannot use this motherboard.

Missing I/O shield and accessories

The product ships as the motherboard only with no backplate cover provided. Users must source a compatible I/O shield separately to complete the installation. The unit was tested functional after removal from a new PC. Grade A condition indicates only minor cosmetic signs from the removal process.

How it compares

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Price $122.99
Pricier than about 62% of the 2,965 comparable items (median $97.99).

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Specifications

Product
Model nameG1.Sniper M5

Questions about this item

How do I install the G1.Sniper M5 rev. 1.0 into a Micro ATX case without damaging the exposed I/O ports?

Mount the board on the standoffs first, then attach peripherals; the listing notes no I/O shield is included, so the rear ports sit flush against the case cutout without the usual grounding plate.

What maintenance or replacement will the G1.Sniper M5 rev. 1.0 need later?

Dust the Z87 chipset heatsink and DDR3 slots periodically; the board ships without accessories, so keep spare cables on hand for future drive or cooler changes.

What limit appears first on the G1.Sniper M5 rev. 1.0 during sustained heavy loads?

The Z87 chipset heatsink is the only onboard cooling; under prolonged high throughput the chipset temperature will throttle before the LGA1150 CPU socket reaches its limit.

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