Packaging
The packaging for the GIGABYTE Z97X-UD3H-BK motherboard is a medium-sized full-color cardboard box that sports a semi-matte finish. The front of the package has the large Ultra Durable badge which stands for long lasting quality as well as the Black Edition moniker which suggests this to be a enhanced upgrade to the standard Z97X-UD3H. Also residing on the front of the package is the company logo as well as the socket, processor, and chipset information so that you know exactly which generation of motherboard that this is. All of the text is large, bright, and easily readable which is right in-line with other products from GIGABYTE.
The back side of the package has a very nice detailed layout of the motherboard as well as some of the highlighted features along with specifications, device support, and I/O connectivity options. All of the pertinent information is printed to help the consumer decide if this product fits their particular needs. Another perk for this Black Edition is the additional product information on the underside of the “lid” to the package as well as a clear window to which the consumer can get a sneak peak at the motherboard as well. Overall this is a nice presentation for motherboard. We would expect nothing less from GIGABYTE!
Contents
Inside of the packaging we will find the motherboard itself which is protected with an anti-static bag. Also included in the packaging are the software CD, User’s Manual, an SLI connector, I/O shield, a pair of case badges, and two sets of SATA cables (which are sleeved!). Also included is a Black Edition VIP card which grants us access to the GIGABYTE Black Edition Members Club to receive exclusive membership benefits including an extended warranty period for the motherboard. Last but not least, you will receive a Certificate of Unmatched Stability and Reliability which has a printed signature of Dr. Kevin Meng. This particular Black Edition motherboard has passed a 168 hour (7 days) full system validation, ensuring that this product is server-level stable.
Here we can get a glimpse of the included goodies tucked away neatly in this carefully packaged product.
Now that we have examined the packaging and contents, let us take a closer look at the motherboard itself!
