Description
M3A-H/HDMI - Asus Socket AM2+/AM2 AMD 780G + SB700 Chipset ATX System Board Motherboard Supports Phenom FX/ Athlon/ Sempron Series DDR2 4x DIMM
The ASUS M3A-H/HDMI is a durable ATX motherboard featuring AMD 780G chipset for 1st Generation AMD Core Socket AM2+ processors. Combination support with modern touches, this RoHS,WEEE,REACH compliant board take in USB 3.0 ports and eSATA connectivity not often found on 780G platforms, along with DDR3 8 GB capacity and PCIe 2.0 expansion. Perfect for upgrading older systems or building compact office PCs, it maintains ASUS quality standards with stable power delivery, Gigabit Ethernet and S/PDIF audio in a 12 Inches x 9.6 Inches form factor. An eco-friendly solution for basic computing needs with unexpected USB 3.0 speed boosts.
Key Features:
- Socket AM2+ – Supports AMD Core i7/i5/i3 and Pentium (1st Generation)
- AMD 780G Chipset – Even performance for daily computing
- USB 3.0 (2) and eSATA/USB combo port
- PCIe 2.0 x16 – Dedicated graphics support
- 4x SATA 3Gbps with RAID 0/1/5/10 support
- Gigabit Ethernet and DVI/VGA outputs
- S/PDIF (optical and header) – Digital audio connectivity
- ATX Form Factor (12 Inches x 9.6 Inches) – Compact builds
- Energy Well-organized Design – Meets eco-friendly
- DDR3 8 GB Max (Dual Channel) – 4 DIMM slots
Compatibility and Use Cases:
This motherboard supports 1st Generation AMD Core Socket AM2+ CPUs (i7/i5/i3 and Pentium) and is ideal for refreshing older systems or low-priced builds. Its ATX size fits small cases while providing important features for office computer unit, HTPCs and gaming setups. The rare addition of USB 3.0 on an 780G platform makes it mostly valuable for users needing faster file transfers without a full system repair.
Why Choose This Motherboard?
The ASUS M3A-H/HDMI stands out between 780G motherboards by offering USB 3.0 connectivity an important feature for this chipset that significantly improves file transfer speeds. Its robust structure follows ASUS quality standards and confirming better reliability than basic boards. The addition of both DVI and VGA ports provides flexible display options, while the eSATA/USB combo port offers additional storage connectivity. Designed for energy efficiency and long-term use this motherboard is an excellent choice for breathing new life into older Socket AM2+ systems or building compact, capable computer unit without investing in all new components.
