GIGABYTE Ships All New B3 6 Series Motherboards

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Taipei, Taiwan - February 25, 2011 - GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY Co., Ltd, a leading manufacturer of motherboards, graphics cards and other computing hardware solutions, today announced that they have begun shipping the totally redesigned GIGABYTE 6 series motherboards featuring the new Intel® B3 stepping chipsets. Motherboards are expected to be available as early as next week, when shipments start to clear customs offices in markets around the world.

The new B3 version GIGABYTE 6 Series motherboards have been totally redesigned and renamed so that they can easily be distinguished from the older B2 versions through the signature "B3" at the end of the model name. For example, the GA-P67A-UD7 has been replaced by the GA-P67A-UD7-B3and the GA-H67A-UD3H has been replaced by the GA-H67A-UD3H-B3.


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[unifex]

Cool! I was thinking about building myself a new machine as I am growing a bit tired of the Dells, but thought I had to wait till April. This is good news. I also read somewhere that ASUS has also begun shipping.

 

[Everlong]

They've shipped a lot sooner than anticipated then, which is good.

 

[Win7User512]

I want one...or two. Nothing like new hardware.

 

[DaGooN]

got my eye on that UD7-B3 .. but the UD5 is nice to ;/

 

[jeepmann4x4]

Taipei, Taiwan - February 25, 2011 - GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY Co., Ltd, a leading manufacturer of motherboards, graphics cards and other computing hardware solutions, today announced that they have begun shipping the totally redesigned GIGABYTE 6 series motherboards featuring the new Intel® B3 stepping chipsets. Motherboards are expected to be available as early as next week, when shipments start to clear customs offices in markets around the world.

The new B3 version GIGABYTE 6 Series motherboards have been totally redesigned and renamed so that they can easily be distinguished from the older B2 versions through the signature "B3" at the end of the model name. For example, the GA-P67A-UD7 has been replaced by the GA-P67A-UD7-B3and the GA-H67A-UD3H has been replaced by the GA-H67A-UD3H-B3.


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Have you heard anything about ASUS by chance??

unifex
Cool! I was thinking about building myself a new machine as I am growing a bit tired of the Dells, but thought I had to wait till April. This is good news. I also read somewhere that ASUS has also begun shipping.

Where did you read this??

I know I posted a little about ASUS the other day but have not heard any more or really had it confirmed ... This is what I posted...ASUS starts to ship new Sandy Bridge boards



EDIT: Just found this info on Asus boards. Posted Feb.28th ....Front News Page here
And Article here

 

[essenbe]

Newegg already has 2 1155 boards, both Biostar.

 

[Sardonicus]

Newegg already has 2 1155 boards, both Biostar.

Plus 1 MSI.....it's already out of stock.

 

[Win7User512]

Why are the boards for 1155 so much cheaper than 1366 (at least on newegg)? Shouldn't Sandybridge be more expensive than the previous generation?

 

[essenbe]

Why are the boards for 1155 so much cheaper than 1366 (at least on newegg)? Shouldn't Sandybridge be more expensive than the previous generation?

Probably because the better boards are not out, unless they are trying to repair their reputation.

 

[jeepmann4x4]

Why are the boards for 1155 so much cheaper than 1366 (at least on newegg)? Shouldn't Sandybridge be more expensive than the previous generation?

Probably because the better boards are not out, unless they are trying to repair their reputation.

I hope the better boards are coming soon! Waiting to build got everything else just sitting in the corner...lol Waiting on the ASUS M4E!

I really hope that Intel does not "pass the buck" onto MB makers and then in turn on to us for their mistake!

 

[Win7User512]

Why are the boards for 1155 so much cheaper than 1366 (at least on newegg)? Shouldn't Sandybridge be more expensive than the previous generation?

Probably because the better boards are not out, unless they are trying to repair their reputation.

The better boards are out. If I understand the product description, they are the replacements.

Besides, can you imagine if they knowingly sold a defective product? Can you say "lawsuits"?

 

[essenbe]

If the replacement boards are out, they are not on Newegg- No Asus or Gigabyte 1155 boards listed. From what I have read, they have been shipped but apparently not received tet.

 

[Win7User512]

If the replacement boards are out, they are not on Newegg- No Asus or Gigabyte 1155 boards listed. From what I have read, they have been shipped but apparently not received tet.

Hmm...never said Gigabyte or Asus. Nevertheless, they are 1155 boards. As I said.

The Biostar (never heard of them) says "100% Solid Capacitor". So...I think it's the replacement board...

 

[DeaconFrost]

If the replacement boards are out, they are not on Newegg- No Asus or Gigabyte 1155 boards listed. From what I have read, they have been shipped but apparently not received tet.

That's exactly what the link above, and the quoted comments said. The vendors don't have them in stock yet, so they won't be appearing on any websites or on store shelves until they have an actual product to sell.

 

[jeepmann4x4]

essenbe
If the replacement boards are out, they are not on Newegg- No Asus or Gigabyte 1155 boards listed. From what I have read, they have been shipped but apparently not received tet.

Win7User512

Quote: Originally Posted by essenbe
If the replacement boards are out, they are not on Newegg- No Asus or Gigabyte 1155 boards listed. From what I have read, they have been shipped but apparently not received tet.

Hmm...never said Gigabyte or Asus. Nevertheless, they are 1155 boards. As I said.

The Biostar (never heard of them) says "100% Solid Capacitor". So...I think it's the replacement board...

Yes, those Biostar are the new B3 boards. Along with the 1 MSI board... only those 3 on newegg at the time of this post

essenbe & DeaconFrost
From everything I have found and read Gigabyte has shipped their MB's on Friday(Feb) the 25th & Asus has shipped theirs out on the Tues.(March) the 1st
Both of which need to arrive here and clear customs and then make it to the dealers .... I'm guessing late this week before we start seeing them in stores and on Newegg (just a guess though!).

A lot earlier than April...which is Great for all of us!!

 

[DeaconFrost]

I bought my Gigabyte board in person at MicroCenter and was told they were targeting 3/3 as the available date, but that it was just their best guess. Either way, there's no reason to NEED the board right away. In fact, MicroCenter might be giving out $25 gift certs for people who do wait until after the rush, so I'll probably just do that.

 

[jeepmann4x4]

I bought my Gigabyte board in person at MicroCenter and was told they were targeting 3/3 as the available date, but that it was just their best guess. Either way, there's no reason to NEED the board right away. In fact, MicroCenter might be giving out $25 gift certs for people who do wait until after the rush, so I'll probably just do that.

I'll have to make sure I check them tomorrow then...thanks for the info!
I do have to disagree with you on the " Either way, there's no reason to NEED the board right away." I do NEED a board right away IMO... See here. New Build On Hold..

MicroCenter might be giving out $25 gift certs for people who do wait until after the rush, so I'll probably just do that.

Did you hear this while you were at MicroCenters? Or is it posted somewhere? Might be worth it if I qualify!

 

[DeaconFrost]

I do NEED a board right away IMO... See here. New Build On Hold..

I'm talking about all the people who NEED their replacement board...not ones waiting to buy new.

Did you hear this while you were at MicroCenters? Or is it posted somewhere? Might be worth it if I qualify!

I was already e-mailed a survey because I'm on the list of people who bought affected boards. They sent out a survey to find out who needs their board right away and who's willing to wait later on, if a $25 GC was involved.

 

[jeepmann4x4]

I do NEED a board right away IMO... See here. New Build On Hold..

I'm talking about all the people who NEED their replacement board...not ones waiting to buy new.

Did you hear this while you were at MicroCenters? Or is it posted somewhere? Might be worth it if I qualify!

I was already e-mailed a survey because I'm on the list of people who bought affected boards. They sent out a survey to find out who needs their board right away and who's willing to wait later on, if a $25 GC was involved.

Sorry thought you were talking about all people waiting..lol I see, so the $25 GC is for people exchanging the bad MB's... Thats actually a nice offer for those that have boards and can wait... hell I would take that in a heartbeat and spend it that fast too...