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Gigabyte G1.Assassin 2 Motherboard User Manual
This manual covers everything needed to install and configure the Gigabyte G1.Assassin 2 motherboard, including hardware installation, BIOS settings, driver installation, and unique features such as Xpress Recovery and Cloud OC.
It also contains detailed specifications, wiring diagrams, and troubleshooting guidance, plus contact information for global support centers.
Gigabyte G1.Assassin 2 specifications
| CPU Support | Intel Core i7 processors (LGA2011) |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Intel X79 Express |
| Memory Slots | 4 DDR3 DIMM sockets, up to 32 GB |
| Supported Memory Speed | DDR3 2133/1866/1600/1333/1066 MHz |
| Audio Codec | Creative CA20K2 |
| LAN Controller | Bigfoot Killer E2100 (10/100/1000 Mbit) |
| Additional LAN PHY | Marvell 88E1118R |
| RAID Support | RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 |
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Questions answered in these manuals
What CPU socket does the G1.Assassin 2 motherboard use?
The motherboard uses an LGA2011 socket for Intel Core i7 processors.
What type of memory modules are supported?
The board supports DDR3 modules up to 2133 MHz, non‑ECC, and XMP‑compatible memory.
What CPU socket does the G1.Assassin 2 motherboard use?
It uses an LGA2011 socket for compatible Intel processors.
How many memory slots are available and what is the maximum supported memory?
The board provides four DDR3 DIMM slots supporting up to 32 GB of memory.
What CPU socket does the G1.Assassin 2 use?
The motherboard uses an LGA2011 socket for Intel CPUs.
Which chipset is integrated on the G1.Assassin 2?
It is built around the Intel X79 chipset.
