Solid Socket 754
ABIT KU8 Motherboard
For AMD Athlon64/Sempron Systems
This versatile Socket 754 motherboard from Abit is a reliable ATX platform for
system builders looking for speed, power and stability at an affordable price.
The feature-rich KU8 has been designed to inspire optimal performance from AMD
Athlon 64 and Sempron processors up to 1.6Hz system bus using Hyper Transport
technology. This brilliantly engineered motherboard supports DDR 400 non-ECC
un-buffered memory up to 2GB, SATA 150, 10/100 LAN, 6-channel audio, AGP8X,
USB 2.0, and ABIT SoftMenu™ Technology. Ideal for balanced performance,
exceptional reliability and energy efficiency, the ABIT KU8 represents a splendid
value for anyone building an outstanding all-around system. Give your PC Attitude
with ABIT's remarkable KU8 Socket 754 motherboard.
Specifications
Processor Interface:
Socket 754
Form Factor:
ATX
Processors Supported:
AMD Athlon 64
AMD Sempron
Additional Technologies:
HyperTransport Technology
Front Side Bus:
1600MHz
Northbridge:
ULi M1689
Memory Supported:
DDR400 (PC3200)
Number of Pins:
184-Pin
Number of Slots:
2
Maximum Memory Supported:
2GB
Channels:
6 Channels
Audio Chipset:
AC '97 CODEC
Speed:
4X
8X
LAN Type:
10/100 Mbps
AGP Slots:
1
PCI Slots:
5
PS/2 Keyboard Connectors:
1
PS/2 Mouse Connectors:
1
Serial Communication Ports:
1
Parallel Ports:
1
LAN Ports:
1
Audio Out Jacks:
1
IDE Headers:
2
FDD Headers:
1
Serial ATA Headers:
2
ATX Power Connectors:
1 24-Pin Connector
PC Power Connectors:
1
Fan Connectors:
2
Detailed Features
A Closer Look
Socket
This motherboard features a Socket 754 design.
The Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) style socket makes it easy to install and
upgrade your processor.
Chipset
The KU8 motherboard is based on the ULi 1689 Northbridge chipset. It supports
AMD Athlon 64 and Sempron Processors, with Hyper-Transport Technology
and 1600MHz Front Side Bus support.
Memory
Expansion
The KU8 provides 2 DIMM sockets using 184-pin DDR with a total capacity
of up to 2GB. You can install DDR 400MHz Memory.
AGP
Support
The KU8 provides one 8X AGP slot. AGP 8x (AGP 3.0) the new generation VGA
interface specification, this platform delivers enhanced graphics performance
with high bandwidth speed up to 2.12GB/s. Allowing users to have a more
realistic graphics experiences while gaming or movie watching.
IDE
The KU8 includes built in IDE facilities that supports Ultra DMA 33/66/100.
Audio
The KU8 comes with an AC'97 audio codec which supports high quality 6-channel
audio.
Serial
ATA RAID Support
The KU8 supports the Serial ATA technology through the Serial ATA interfaces.
Doubles bus bandwidth which provides blazingly high disk performance, up
to 1.5Gb/s.
Customer Reviews and Rating
Customer Rating:
5
Customer Reviews:
4
Have an opinion on this product that you would like to share? If so, please take a few moments to write your rating and review.
Value
5.0
Features
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
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Reviewer:
Andy on
Apr 22, 2006 Customer Rating:
5.0
Value
5.0
Features
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
great product...i installed an AMD Athlon 64 bit 3000+ with a gig of pc3200 and it runs great. this is my first DIY project and i got everything working in no time. i had a few problems within the BIOS configuration but i got everything up and running very shortly after!
Reviewer:
Dutchystang on
Mar 21, 2006 Customer Rating:
5.0
Value
5.0
Features
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Good budget board, I installed it into my case and connected everything and was up and running within an hour and a half from the time I shut down the system with the old hardware in it. I am running a AMD Sempron 2800+ 64-bit chip on it with a ThermalTake heatsink and fan and it is running cool enought to do some overclocking to get more value out of the parts. The board and processor were under $200 before tax and shipping so overall not expensive and more then adiquate performance
Reviewer:
Cyzaine on
Jan 10, 2006 Customer Rating:
5.0
Value
5.0
Features
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Motherboard works fine, and is everything I expected, but be had severe issues at first due to RAM incompatibility issues. Ensure the motherboard has been tested for the RAM you buy.
Reviewer:
Troyka on
Nov 14, 2005 Customer Rating:
5.0
Value
5.0
Features
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
This is a great motherboard. I bought it and installed the 64 bit 3700+ on it with a gig of pc 3200 and it works amazing. Along with my 9600 pro it plays HL2 on the highest resolution with no problem. This was my first attempt at building a PC...
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Please check the product information carefully, items not included
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Manufactured by:
ABIT Technology Warranty provided by:
ABIT Technology Limited Warranty:
12 months parts;
12 months labor
Mfg Part No:
KU8 UPC No:
841020002984 Box Size:
( Length:
15, Width:
11, Depth:
3 )
Shipping Weight:
3.5000 pound(s)
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may be obtained by mailing a self addressed, stamped envelope to the
address below and requesting the warranty for item number:
A458-2122
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