Biostar B560M-SILVER motherboard Intel B560 LGA 1200 (Socket H5) micro ATX

CPU-Chipset

Intel B560 chipset
With the Intel B560 chipset and the 10th/11th generation Intel Core i9/ i7/ i5/ i3 processors and Intel Pentium processors, you will immediately be at the forefront of the battlefield, fueled by mind-blowing power and performance. From content creation to gaming, the Intel B560 chipset provides you with the power and performance you need.

Audio+

HD Audio
Provides high quality sound with minimal loss of audio fidelity.

Hi-Fi Ground
BIOSTAR Hi-Fi Ground ( Golden Line ) is noise-blocking multi-layer PCB design to isolates analog audio signals from digital sources. Unique PCB layout is ideal for exceptional clarity and high fidelity sound.

Hi-Fi AMP
The built-in amplifier can drive major high-end headphones with over 100dB loads and offer wide band-width, low noise, high slew rate and low distortion audio source from front panel I/O. Gaming enthusiasts can enjoy a fuller range of dynamic sound with crisper details and less distortion.

Hi-Fi Cap
Hi-Fi Cap delivers low noise, low distortion, and wide bandwidth to achieve the highest sound resolution and sound expansion. It ensures the most realistic sound effects to gaming enthusiasts.

Video+

HDMI 2.0
HDMI 2.0 supports true 4K resolution- 4096*2160@60hz. A significant increase in bandwidth is up to 18mbps, and significant enhancements are added to support the continued increase consumer demands on video and audio experience.

HDMI 4K2K
The new 4K2K resolution enables high-definition image display with four times the resolution of full HD, 4K2K display is faithfully express bright, highly detailed content that fills the entire screen with lifelike images. Connectivity with PCs via a single HDMI cable for displaying 4K2K data.

DVI
DVI is better than VGA for LCD displays since it is digital while VGA is analog. For LCD displays, the picture is digitized pixel per pixel. Through DVI, the panel gets data for each pixel, so the picture generated in the Graphics device matches the pixels on the panel itself.

DisplayPort
DisplayPort is a digital display interface developed by the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA). The interface is primarily used to connect a video source to a display device such as a computer monitor, though it can also be used to carry audio.

DX12
DirectX 12 introduces the next version of Direct3D, the graphics API at the heart of DirectX. Direct3D is one of the most critical pieces of a game or game engine, and we've redesigned it to be faster and more efficient than ever before. Direct3D 12 enables richer scenes, more objects, and full utilization of modern GPU hardware.

Speed+

SATAIII 6Gbps
SATAIII 6Gbps provides a higher bandwidth to retrieve and transfer HD media. With this super speed data transfer, SATAIII allows an incredible data boost which is 2x faster than the SATA 3G.

Dual DDR4
The primary advantages of DDR4 over DDR3, include higher module density, lower voltage requirements, coupled with higher data transfer rate.

PCIe 4.0
PCIe 4.0 is the next evolution of the ubiquitous and general-purpose PCI Express I/O standard. At 16GT/s bit rate, the interconnect performance bandwidth is doubled over PCIe 3.0, while preserving compatibility with software and mechanical interfaces.

PCIe M.2 4.0
PCIe M.2 4.0 is the latest storage interface, it delivers the highest bandwidth and lower latency. It is 2 times faster compared with PCIe M.2 3.0.

USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A
USB 3.2 Gen1 delivers a compelling performance boosts and can be used to connect multiple devices without worrying about compatibility. It is capable of data transfer speeds up to 5Gbps and backwards compatible with all existing USB products.

USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A
USB 3.2 Gen2 is a new standard called SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps to address increased performance and improve data transmission speed. It is for a max data transfer rate of 10Gbps and creates the best possible connection between your devices.

Dr. MOS
Dr. MOS integrates driver ICs and high-side / low-side MOSFETs into a small package to reduce switching losses that enables superior efficiency and performance at higher switching frequencies.

Digital PWN
Digital PWM controller is with dual-output multiphase that faster transient performance and accurately regulated frequency control. It can be enabled to greatly increase system efficiency.

Durable+

Super Durable Solid Caps
The best quality solid state capacitors with ultra low ESR design, the Super Durable Solid Caps doubles the lifespan.

Iron Bar Protection
BIOSTAR’s exclusive Iron Bar Protection can reinforce PCI-E x16 slots to handle heavier graphics cards, prevent bending, and extend longevity of the slot, making the new-gen BIOSTAR motherboards much more robust.

Tough Power Connectors
Tough Power Connectors are very robust that have larger area to ensure stable and reliable power supply. They can pack more power and durability to make your PC last longer.

Super Durable Inductor
Super Durable Inductor brings the benefits of higher current capacity, lower energy loss and better power stability.

Moistureproof PCB
The PCB will be oxidizing easily by damp or absorbed moisture, and ionic migration or CAF (Conductive Anodic Filament) will be generated. Moistureproof PCB meets high density and high reliability requirements for moisture proof.
Protection+

M.2 Cooling Protection
M.2 heatsink features ultra-high cooling efficiency for protecting the M.2 SSD from thermal problems, extending the M.2 SSD lifespan for long-term usage and stable operation. To top it off, this cooling design makes the performance of certain M.2 (PCI-e 3.0x4) products most efficient even under high-temperature operating.

ESD Protection
ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) is the major factor to destroy the PC by electrical overstress (EOS) condition. ESD occurred by PC users when touch any devices connect to a PC, which may result in damage to the motherboard or parts. ESD protection is designed to protect the motherboard and equipment from damage by EOS.

OC / OV / OH Protection
OC / OV / OH Protection design detects overvoltage conditions and prevents voltage surges from spreading in real time. It also actively cuts off the overvoltage supply to protect your system.

2.5Guard
2.5GUARD features 2.5G having higher data transfer speeds and can strengthen electrical stability and prevent damage from lightning strikes and electrical surges. It's 2.5X improvement than standard Ethernet connections.

DIY+

VIVID LED DJ
New VIVID LED DJ with more customizability and options to control multiple RGB/ARGB LED lighting zones independently. Users can control color, speed and brightness for different modes at ease.

EZ Mode
BIOSTAR EZ Mode makes everything as simple and efficient as possible. It has an attractive easy-to-use BIOS system interface that guides users to solve their problems with ease. It lays out the things which you often do in BIOS system to make the flow smooth and seamless.

UEFI BIOS
Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) is a brand new framework that provides a revolutionary interface. It is a modern clear and easy-to-use graphical user interface. The UEFI comes with a colorful easy-understand icons leads users into the setup layer directly.

BIO-Flasher
BIO-Flasher is a convenient BIOS update tool. Just launch this tool and put the BIOS on USB pen driver before entering the OS. You can update your BIOS with only a few clicks without preparing an additional floppy disk or other complicated flash utility.

A.I FAN
With A.I FAN users can ensure that their gaming PC can maintain its performance while staying cool. According to different cooling needs and usage scenarios, users can control speed modes. Allows users to have more customizability of fan modes and automatically detects different temperatures to make fan operate at defined speed for optimal cooling performance. Furthermore, A.I FAN support both PWM and DC voltage fans for more cooling options.

LED ROCK ZONE
LED ROCK ZONE comes with the RGB 12V LED header and Digital 5V LED header which offer more colorful lighting options to DIY lovers. Adjusting the color of LED and changing system colors by VIVID LED DJ will make you fully enjoy the process of PC modding developing your personal style.

CPU OPT
BIOSTAR offers one more fan header which is called CPU OPT. Users can use it to connect any kind of water coolers for a liquid cooling system. Keep your computer stable and enjoy your machine at the utmost potential.

BIOSTAR RGB SYNC
BISOTAR RGB SYNC is designed to create your personalized lighting effects. Let all the RGB peripherals and components sync together.

Debug LED
Debug LED helps you identify any issues going with your board or hardware. When error occurs, the corresponding LED lights will inform you on the status of your board or hardware to shorten the test time effectively.

A.I TP Control
A.I TP Control is designed for overclockers. It provides a user-friendly BIOS environment that overclockers can adjust the temperature setting to keep your PC safe and enjoy extreme overclocking performance.