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SuperMicro P8SCI - mainboard - ATX - E7221 (P8SCI-O)
Bottom line: The SuperMicro P8SCI is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro motherboards category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Backed by Supermicro's warranty and support channels
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated
Manufacturer description
"MODEL- P8SCi VENDOR- SUPERMICROFEATURES- ATX Intel E7221 MotherboardE7221 (Copper River) chipset server solutions deliver outstandingsystem reliability and performance without compromising on thecost. Targeting at entry-level server platforms, they support thelatest Pentium 4 processors with Hyper Threading Technology.Supports up to 4GB (DDR II) RAMSupports 4 x SATA Hard drivesIncludes mainboard, 9-pin Serial port cable, ATX Floppy cable, ATA66/100 IDE LP cable, (2) SATA cables, Version 1.1x chipset driver CD,I/O shield, manual.-- SPECIFICATIONs ------------------------------------PROCESSOR…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored SuperMicro P8SCI using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro motherboards category. Supermicro's retro motherboards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro motherboards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Supermicro |
|---|---|
| USB 2.0 | 4 |
| Platform | Windows |
| CPU Model | Pentium |
| CPU Socket | LGA 775 |
| Chipset Type | Intel |
| Model Number | P8SCI-O |
| Mfr Part Number | P8SCI-O |
| Total Usb Ports | 6 |
| Processor Socket | LGA 775 |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
| Memory Clock Speed | 800 MHz |
| Compatible Processors | Intel Pentium 4 |
| RAM Memory Technology | DDR2 |
| S/PDIF Connector Type | Optical |
| Memory Slots Available | 4 |
| Graphics Card Interface | PCI Express |
| System Bus Standard Supported | SATA 2 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00672042883950 |
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