- Which CPUs does this board support?
- It uses Socket 775, so it takes Pentium 4, Pentium D and many Core 2 Duo and Core 2 Quad chips. Check the board maker's CPU support list, since not every 945G board handles the later 45nm Core 2 models.
- How much RAM can it take?
- It uses DDR2 and typically has four DIMM slots. Most 945G boards officially support up to 4GB, and 32-bit operating systems will see less than that.
- Can I use a modern graphics card?
- It has a PCIe x16 slot, so a card will fit, but the older chipset and CPU will bottleneck anything recent. A period-appropriate card is the better match.
- Does it have SATA and USB 2.0?
- Most 945G boards include SATA ports and USB 2.0 headers. There is no USB 3, M.2 or NVMe support, so plan on a 2.5-inch SSD or hard drive.
- Is it worth it over a newer board?
- Only if you are restoring or building a mid-2000s system and need the LGA775 and DDR2 platform. For daily use, any current board is faster, more efficient and supported.
- What should I check before buying a used one?
- Look for bulging or leaking capacitors, bent socket pins and whether the I/O shield is included. Ask whether it was tested with a CPU and memory installed.
- Where is the ATX Motherboard PCI Slots 945G LGA775 cheapest?
- At Newegg, for $199.00, as of our latest check.