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A motherboard, also known as a mainboard, logic board, or system board, and sometimes abbreviated as mobo (generally credited to the magazine Maximum PC), is the central or primary circuit board making up a complex electronic system, such as a computer.

A typical computer is built with the microprocessor, main memory, and other basic components on the motherboard. Other components of the computer such as external storage, control circuits for video display and sound, and peripheral devices are typically attached to the motherboard via ribbon cables, other cables, and power connectors.

There is more information about IBM-compatible personal computers in PC motherboard.

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1st Star Tek - Distributor for motherboards, networking and PC cases. Also specializes in custom built computers and notebooks.
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ABIT Computer Corp. - Provides a full range of mainboards from standard specifications to all-in-one varieties, including AT, ATX, and LPX form factors.
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404 Albatron - Motherboard manufacturer. Other products include video cards and LCD televisions.

American Megatrends, Inc. - Motherboards, RAID, AMIBIOS products and support.
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American Predator Corporation - Complete source of rugged, reliable industrial motherboards engineering and manufacturing services for OEMs.
Meta Description: [ Corvalent is a leading designer and manufacturer of long-life motherboards, PC-based embedded boards, providing system and business solutions for industrial applications. ]

Arcom Control Systems - Designs and manufactures PC/104 embedded PCs plus PC/104 expansion modules, specializing in industrial embedded PCs and single board computers.
Meta Description: [ PC104 single board computer boards from Arcom - PXA255, PXA270, IXP425 based SBCs and low power fanless industrial PC with support for Windows CE, XP Embedded, embedded Linux and VxWorks ]

ASRock - Global motherboard manufacturer. Carries some unusual motherboard concepts.

ASUS International - Mainboards, video and add-on cards, CD-ROMs and accessories.

BCM Advanced Research - Manufactures motherboards.
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500 Commate Computer Inc. - Manufactures a range of motherboard, barebone system and industrial computers. Specialises in mini-ITX.

404 Densitron Computers - Industrial computers, LCD touch screens, peripherals.
Meta Description: [ Densitron Technologies is a world leading designer and manufacturer of information display systems, computers for industrial and home use ]

DFI Inc. - Offers a complete line of advanced motherboards, industrial board, touch panel PC, lan party motherboards and accessories.

Electronic Sales Associates Inc. - Offers 486, 586 and PIII motherboard solutions for commercial and industrial embedded applications.
Meta Description: [ 486-motherboard manufacturer with newly designed motherboard made for embedded commercial and industrial applications, featuring 8 ISA slots, long life, custom features and low cost. ]

Elitegroup Computer Systems - Motherboards, desktop and mobile PCs, peripherals and video cards.

EPoX Computer - PC motherboard manufacturer. Other products include graphics cards and mini-ITX form factor equipment.
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EQS Computer - Motherboard sales.
Meta Description: [ EQS Ltd - PC Motherboard manufacturer from Hong Kong China, Quality motherboard manufactured by PC Partner with OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001, EN ISO 9001, We manufacture pc motherboard with ATI, Intel, VIA, SiS chipset. Our factory is one of the biggest OEM PC motherboard manufacturer in the world. For... ]

FIC, Inc. - Design and production of mainboards, PC systems, servers and notebooks.
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Gigabyte Technology Co. Ltd. - PC motherboard maker.
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HiTech Global Distribution, LLC - Distribution of prototyping Boards, IP Cores, and Design Tools
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IntelForums - Intelforums.net has Intel-based hardware discussion boards. It also has news, reviews.
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500 IWILL Corp. - Manufacturer of motherboards and SCSI adapters specializing in improving system performance.

Kingli Technology - Online computer motherboards and hardware upgrade depot.
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Lem Computers - Genuine Intel motherboards and systems.
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Mainboard.cz - Motherboard database sorted by Slot/Socket, chipset, name and manufacturer. Also includes driver downloads, some BIOSes, and identification information.
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mini-itx.com - Independent Mini-ITX form factor news, suggestions, links and complete plans for projects, hardware suppliers, FAQ and online store.
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MSI Computer - Computer motherboard manufacturer (and other parts) providing up to date information and online support.

Nvidia - Motherboard and chipset manufacturer. Also produces the GeForce GPU.
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QDI - Manufacturer of desktop Intel and AMD motherboards. BIOS, manuals, drivers and utilities for download, plus support forum.

ServerWorks - Manufacturer of high-end server and workstation motherboards and chipsets, with focus on Intel platforms.
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Shuttle Inc. - Manufacturer and supplier of computer mainboards and add-in cards.

Soltek Computer, Inc. - Motherboard manufacturer.

SOYO Computer, Inc. - Mainboard maker. Driver and BIOS upgrades, product literature.

Supermicro Computer, Inc. - Motherboards, chassis, power supplies and other key components.

Tyan Computer Corporation - Server and high-end desktop motherboard manufacturer. Includes drivers, BIOS, support, technical reference and reseller links.
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VIA Technologies, Inc. - Manufacturer of motherboard chipsets, as well as CPUs, motherboards, and other computer hardware.

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