ASUS M4A89GTD PRO/USB3 AM3 890GX DDR3 SATA3 6.0Gb/s Crossfire Motherboard Unboxing & First Look

This video presents an in-depth unboxing and first look at the ASUS M4A89GTD PRO/USB3 AM3 890GX motherboard. The host introduces the board and highlights the key features of the 890 GX chipset, notably native SATA 3 6.0 Gb/s support and USB 3.0 connectivity. Early on, the presenter discusses design elements such as hybrid technology, core unlocking options, and GPU Boost, while also noting practical aspects like the unusual 8-pin power connector placement and the dual-channel DDR3 memory support. The unboxing sequence reveals included accessories and cables, including SATA cables with a two-tone black and white scheme, Q connectors, a VGA switch card, and an IO shield, along with the driver CD and user guide. As the board is examined, the host comments on the VRM heatsinks, heat sink design motifs, and the layout of PCI Express slots, USB headers, and the native SATA 6 Gb/s ports, pointing out potential challenges like cable routing and potential motherboard footprint in multi-GPU setups. A later portion of the video provides a live visual tour of the back panel, displaying a broad array of USB ports including a USB 3.0 header presence, various video outputs, gigabit Ethernet, and 7.1 audio. The host concludes with a recap of the standout features, the practical implications for building with AM3 CPUs, and an invitation for viewer feedback on the green cooling aesthetic and the MemOK feature, ending with a reminder to download updated drivers from Asus’ website rather than using the included disc.

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