ECS B75H2-M3 16GB DDR3 Intel Motherboard

When it comes to the quality and durability of your motherboard, ECS goes above and beyond industry standards to ensure that you have a motherboard that will last long and always continue to out perform the competition. Trust only motherboards built with Durathon Technology.

Support Microsoft® Windows® 8 Operating System

Support for the next version of Microsoft Windows - Windows 8 which is the first edition of Windows to support for both x86 PCs and ARM tablets.
It includes many brand new features, including :
Instant Boot Speed(Win 8 only takes about 8 seconds)
Metro Interface
All about Touch
Native Support of USB3.0
Internet Explorer 10
Windows APP Store
Brand New Windows Task Manager
Integrated Xbox Live
Windows to go" via USB devices
Support it’s own native PDF reader
Photo App
Built-In Anti Virus

Intel® Small Business Advantage
Intel® SBA delivers the enhanced security & productivity for PCs that small businesses demand
Unique combination of hardware & software
Delivers compelling “out-of-the-box” capabilities
Development platform for future innovation

Software Monitor
Monitors your security software continuously and alerts you if it's been compromised

Data Backup and Restore
Automatically backs up data after hours - even if PC is off

USB Blocker
Prevents viruses and unauthorized data transfers by allowing certain classes of USB devices to be blocked

PC Health Center
Automatically runs software updates and maintenance tasks after hours

Energy Saver
Powers down your PCs after hours and automatically turns them on at the start of your workday

PCI Express Gen3 Ready - Double PCIe 2.0 Bandwidth
PCIe 3.0, the next generation of 32GB/s transmission speed, doubles the bandwidth of previous generation interconnect. PCIe 3.0 strongly builds up a better gaming platform ready for ultra graphics performance.

Motherboard Intelligent BIOS III (M.I.B III)
Providing the most intelligent and convenient way to adjust the clock/ voltage settings of CPU and memory and get the extra performance in advanced.(Certain models could only adjust GPU setting according to chipset limitation.)
M.I.B. III brings the same convenience interface of overclocking as M.I.B. II, it also comes with advance range of frequency tuning for system performance and superior gaming capability

ECS GUI UEFI BIOS
ECS GUI UEFI BIOS is a convenient tool for tweaking BIOS in Graphical interface. Users can select functions in BIOS with mouse and keyboard. The user-friendly interface with ECS designed wallpaper radically brings users convenience and easy-to-use experience.

M.I.B. III
M.I.B. III brings the same convenience interface of overclocking as M.I.B. II, it also comes with advance range of frequency tuning for system performance and superior gaming capability.

Mutli-language BIOS
Multi-language BIOS allows you to see and set up the BIOS with your native language. It helps Non-English users to solve the problem of setting up the BIOS and achieve extra system performance easily.

EZ BIOS
The most convenient tool to adjust BIOS in graphical interface. Designed with user-friendly interface including auto OC, boot priority, security function and windows 8 support. (Auto OC only for OC available models. )

Support DirectX 11
DirectX 11 features the latest technologies of Compute Shaders, Direct 2D, Multithreaded Rendering and Tessellation for create rich worlds, realistic characters and more fluid gameplay.

Intel® Small Business Advantage
Intel ®SBA is a customizable software and hardware solution that gives small businesses security and productivity―right out of the box. In addition, resellers can customize the solution and truly make it their own.

GPU OC
GPU O.C. is able to raise up graphics frequency boost through the BIOS setting to get excellent performance and enjoy outstanding multi-media experience.

Dual DDR3 1600
Doubles the bandwidth of your system memory up to 25.6 GB/s and pumps up the system performance at lower power.

PCI EXPRESS 3.0 (with Ivy Bridge)
The next generation of PCI Express 3.0 accelerates on 32 GB/s rate which effectively delivers double of PCIe 2.0 bandwidth. PCIe 3.0 enhances the encoding scheme to eliminate 20% overhead data to deliver higher transmission speed and better performance.

SATA 6Gb/s
Doubles the transfer speed of SATA 3G, running at speed up to 6.0Gb/s, and can connect with any other SATA 3.0Gb/s and 1.5Gb/s devices for backward compatibility.

Content Protection for Blu-Ray
Features Realtek ALC 892 HD Audio Codec with loss-less content protection technology that allows full-rate audio and qualityperformance for Blu-ray Discs.

Giga LAN
Delivers transfer speed ten times faster than conventional 10 / 100 Ethernet connections, supporting a high transfer rate up to Gigabit/s. Gigabit LAN is the networking standards for the future and is ideal for handing large amount of data such as video, audio, and voice.

USB 3.0
The latest generation Super Speed USB 3.0 Card is able to transfer data 10 times faster than USB 2.0. An innovative power management system provide better energy saving and carry more power to recharge more USB rechargeable devices. USB 3.0 Card is compatible with USB 2.0 to add more convenience and excellent performance.

HDMI Output
The interface supports existing high-definition video formats(720p, 1080i, and even 1080p), plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable. Combination with HDCP, provides a secure audio/video interface that meets the security requirements of content providers and systems operators. 

Norton™ Internet Security
Simple, Easy-to-Use Interface, delivers fast and comprehensive online threat protection, guarding your PC, network, without slowing you down. Giving you greater insight into downloaded applications, whether they can be trusted, and how they may impact your PC’s resources and performance Offering users a safer and more convenient environment than ever.ECS recommends the immediate installation of Norton Internet Security of your computer.

Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology automatically allows processor cores to run faster than the base operating frequency if it's operating below power, current, and temperature specification limits. Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 delivers intelligent and energy efficient performance on demand.

Windows® 8 Hardware Certification
Support the latest Windows 8 technology which provides touch-enabled control, Apps and can connect with the cloud to connect with your files, photos, people, and settings, wherever you sign in. 

Certified For Windows® 7
Windows® 7 platform introduces a number of manageability improvements that can reduce total cost of ownership by helping to increase automation, improve user productivity, and provide flexible administrative control to meet compliance requirements. It is more user-friendly and has been optimized to consume less system resources with Windows® 7 as well. Furthermore, the VT technology is enhanced to support real-time multimedia application including video playback and 3D games.

ROHS
Choose an environment-friendly, fully RoHS-compliant ECS product as the foundation for keeping harmful substances out of our ecosystem.

ErP Ready
ECS Motherboards have been certified by ErP of European Union. Stand by mode and off mode not to exceed 0.50W consumption to save energy and maintain sustainable environment.

MUZEE
MUZEE provides a total solution for online multimedia in the cloud generation, which is easy to integrate with multiple hardware devices. Users can access to thousands of worldwide radio stations, TV channels and games to indulge in the latest online entertainment anywhere and anytime within few simple clicks.

CyberLinkMedia Suite Bundled
Bundled the Ultimate HD & Blu-ray Player ,Best Video Editing and Backup/Burn Softwares. (30 Days Trial Version) These software are complete multimedia solutions in : -HD playback -Video Editing -Media burning

Technical Details

Model

Brand : ECS
Model : B75H2-M3

Specifications

CPU
Supports new 2nd & 3rd gen Intel® Core™ family, Pentium, Celeron series processors in LGA1155 socket
DMI 5.0GT/s
6 Phase Thermal Design Power
VRD 12.0
Solid Capacitor for CPU side
Supports Intel® Turbo Boost 2.0 Technology
Supports Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology
Intel® K Series Unlock CPU Support

CHIPSET 
Intel® B75 Express Chipset
Supports Intel® Small Business Advantage

GRAPHICS
Support Intel® HD Graphics 2500/4000(Intel 3rd gen CPU)
Supports DirectX® 11
DirectX 11 - Only supported with the 3rd Gen Intel processors for LGA 1155 socket
Supports Intel® HD Graphics, InTru™ 3D, Quick Sync Video, Clear Video HD Technology, Insider™
Supports HDMI 1.4a & Premium Audio
Supports Full HD 1080P Blu-ray / HD-DVD Playback

MEMORY
Dual-channel DDR3 Memory architecture
Supports DDR3 1600/1333/1066 non-ECC, Un-buffered SDRAM Memory
2 X 240-pin DDR3 DIMM socket
Support up to 16 GB
Intel® extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 1.3/1.2 Memory Modules

EXPANSION SLOT 
1 X PCI Express X16 Gen 3.0 slot(s)
1 X PCI Express X 1 Gen 2.0slot(s)
2 X PCI slot(s)

Storage
Support by Intel® B75 Express Chipset
1 X Serial ATAIII 6Gb/s
2 X Serial ATAII 3Gb/s
Supports NCQ, AHCI and "Hot Plug" functions

Audio
6-Channel HD audio CODEC
Compliant with HD audio specification
Realtek ALC666 6-channel High Definition audio CODEC
BluRay DVD/HD DVD support

LAN
Realtek 8111E Gigabit Fast Ethernet Controller
Wake-On-LAN

USB
Support by Intel® B75 Express Chipset
4 X USB3.0 port(s) up to 5Gb/s Back Panel 2 port(s),Onboard 2 port(s)
6 X USB2.0 port(s) Up to 480 Mb/s,Back Panel 4 port(s),Onboard 2 port(s)

REAR PANEL I/O
1 X PS/2 combo connector
1 X Audio port (Line Out/Line In/Mic In)
1 X RJ-45 port
1 X D-Sub (VGA) port(s)
1 X HDMI port(s) (DVI port(s), optional)
2 X USB3.0 port(s)
4 X USB2.0 port(s)

CONNECTORS & HEADERS
1 X 24-pin ATX Power Supply connector
1 X 4-pin 12V Power connector
1 X 4-pin CPU_FAN connector
1 X 3-pin SYS_FAN connector
1 X 3-pin PWR_FAN connector
1 X Front Panel switch/LED header
1 X Front panel audio header
1 X Speaker header
1 X USB 3.0 header

Support additional 2 USB ports : 1 X USB 2.0 header

Support additional 2 USB ports
1 X S/PDIF out header
1 X SATA III 6Gb/s connector(s)
2 X SATA II 3Gb/s connector(s)
1 X CLR_CMOS header
1 X Serial port header (COM)
1 X Parallel port header (LPT)
1 X TPM header
1 X ME_UNLOCK header
1 X Chassis intrusion header

SYSTEM BIOS
AMI BIOS with 64 MB SPI Flash ROM
Supports M.I.B III Utility
Supports ACPI 3.0 & DMI
F7 hot key for boot up devices option
Over-Clocking
Dual Display
Support ECS EZ BIOS
Plug and Play, STR (S3) / STD (S4) , Hardware monitor, Multi Boot
Multi-Language BIOS
Audio, LAN, can be disabled in BIOS
Supports PgUp clear CMOS Hotkey
Dual-Monitor function

FORM FACTOR
mATX Form Factor
244mm(W)*200mm(H)

OS Support
Windows XP 32-bit
Windows XP 64-bit
Windows Vista 32-bit
Windows Vista 64-bit
Windows 7 32-bit
Windows 7 64-bit
Windows 8 32-bit
Windows 8 64-bit

Certifications
CE/FCC Certification
ErP/EuP Certification
WHQL Certification
WHCK Certification

Bundled Software
ECS Intelligent EZ Utility : eBLU, eDLU, eOC, eSF
Free Bundle: Norton Internet Security ,CyberLink PowerDVD, CyberLink PowerDirector 9, Muzee with trial version