TwistedTech Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 I keep changing my mind about what components I want to build a Hackintosh out of but I am finally ready to settle down and pick a motherboard now. I have decided I want to go with a Socket 1156 based motherboard instead of a 775 based one so now I am back to square one on researching motherboards and figured I might as well pick the brains here to help me narrow down the options. So here is my list of features I want: Easy Install and setup because I want a machine I can use not a machine I am always having to work on ATX Form Factor Socket LGA 1156 4 RAM Slots At least 1 16x PCIe 2.0 slot The more SATA connectors the better 64 bit supported New and in stock at NewEgg or other well known seller (i.e. no discontinued get it on eBay boards) $250 max but I would rather get something in the $150 price range Other features that would be nice: On-board USB 3 (for when it is supported in the future) On-board Gigabit Ethernet On-board Firewire So any suggestions would be appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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