Overview:

With the Intel® Desktop Board DP55WB you can cash in on an affordable board solution while exploring new levels of performance with the latest Intel® Core™ i7 and Intel Core™ i5 processors. This board has a micro-ATX form factor and loads of expansion capabilities – PCI Express* 2.0 x16 slot, 4 DIMMs slots for DDR3 memory, and eight back panel USB 2.0 ports – allowing for one feature-rich system.

Flexible, reliable, and affordable
The Intel® Desktop Board DP55WB was designed to deliver new levels of performance and innovative features to mainstream PC users. Taking advantage of the latest computing technology, this desktop board is breaking barriers and delivering outstanding performance and bandwidth to meet the demanding needs of beginners as well as experienced multitaskers. With incredible support for up to eight threads of processing power and dual-channel DDR3 memory, the Intel Desktop Board DP55WB offers great tools for any application.

Multimedia never looked so good
Developed for the latest generation of multimedia applications and delivering incredible performance, the Intel Desktop Board DP55WB features the revolutionary Intel® P55 Express Chipset. The two-chip layout enables lower power consumption and support for multiple platform capabilities. A PCI Express* 2.0 x16 slot takes computing to the next level in creating and sharing high-definition content quickly and easily.

Designed for ease and flexibility
Build systems quickly with easy-to-locate, aligned front-panel headers at the edge of the board. Six SATA ports provide more data flexibility.

Intel® Desktop Boards Media Series—the clear choice
Whether its digital photography or video editing, super-sized entertainment today demands breakthrough technology. The Intel Desktop Board DP55WB delivers great performance and the Intel P55 Express Chipset series of boards is ideal for mid-level, high-performance desktops.

Features and Benefits:

• Support for the Intel® Core™ i7 and Intel® Core™ i5 processors in the LGA1156 package: Features Intel® Turbo Boost Technology1 and Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology2 for exceptional performance and scalability, and 8 MB Shared Intel® Smart Cache, enabling dynamic and efficient allocation of cache.
• Intel® P55 express chipset: Revolutionary new single chip increases routing space for additional onboard features and lowers power consumption.
• Dual-channel DDr3 1333 / 1066 MHz memory support: Four DIMM slots support up to 16 GB3 memory connected directly to the processor via the Integrated Memory Controller.
• One PCI express* 2.0 x16 slot: Improves graphics bandwidth up to 16 GB/s.
• Two PCI express 2.0 x1 slots and one pcI expansion slot: Flexibility to support PCI Express and legacy PCI devices.
• Six SATA 3.0 GB/s ports: Facilitates high-speed storage and data transfers.
• Intel® Matrix Storage technology: RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 with Intel® Rapid Recover Technology increases performance data access and/or data protection.
• One IEEE 1394a port with one additional port via internal header; eight Hi-Speed uSB 2.0 ports with six additional ports via three internal headers: Provides the most flexible connectivity options for front and back panels.
• Intel® PRO 10/100/1000 Network connection: Uses a new low-power design and meets Energy Star* 5.0 specifications.
• 5.1-Channel Intel® High Definition Audio⁴: Enables high-quality integrated audio.
• Lead-free: Meets all worldwide regulatory requirements for lead-free manufacturing.
• mATX (9.6” x 9.6”) Form Factor: MicroATX board supports smaller towers and systems.

Specifications:

¹ DDR3 1600 or higher memory support requires compatible Intel® XMP-enabled memory or advanced knowledge of BIOS and memory tuning; individual results may vary.. Altering PC memory frequency and/or voltage may (i) reduce system stability and use life of the system, memory and processor; (ii) cause the processor and other system components to fail; (iii) cause reductions in system performance; (iv) cause additional heat or other damage; and (v) affect system data integrity. Intel assumes no responsibility that the memory, included if used with altered clock frequencies and/or voltages, will be fit for any particular purpose. Check with memory manufacturer for warranty and additional details. For specific supported memory for this motherboard, please visit www.intel.com/go/idb for more details. ² Intel® Desktop Control Center is only compatible with Intel® Desktop Boards based on the Intel® X38 Express Chipset and newer. Auto-tuning capabilities may not be available for all Extreme Series motherboards. ³ Intel® Turbo Boost Technology requires a PC with a processor with Intel Turbo Boost Technology capability. Intel Turbo Boost Technology performance varies depending on hardware, software, and overall system configuration. Check with your PC manufacturer on whether your system delivers Intel Turbo Boost Technology. See www.intel.com/technology/turboboost for more information. ⁴ Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology requires a computer system with a processor supporting HT Technology and an HT Technology-enabled chipset, BIOS, and operating system. Performance will vary depending on the specific hardware and software you use. For more information including details on which processors support HT Technology, see www.intel.com/info/hyperthreading. ⁵ System resources and hardware (such as PCI and PCI Express*) require physical memory address locations that can reduce available addressable system memory. This could result in a reduction of as much as 1 GB or more of physical addressable memory being available to the operating system and applications, depending on the system configuration and operating system. ⁶ Intel® High Definition Audio requires a system with an appropriate Intel® chipset and a motherboard with an appropriate codec and the necessary drivers installed. System sound quality will vary depending on actual implementation, controller, codec, drivers, and speakers. For more information about Intel® HD Audio, refer to www.intel.com/design/chipsets/hdaudio.htm ⁷ 64-bit computing on Intel® architecture requires a computer system with a processor, chipset, BIOS, operating system, device drivers, and applications enabled for Intel® 64 architecture. Processors will not operate (including 32-bit operation) without an Intel 64 architecture-enabled BIOS. Performance will vary depending on your hardware and software configurations. See http://developer.intel.com/technology/intel64/index.htm for more information.