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Intel D845GRG Socket 478 ATX Motherboard w/Video, Audio & LAN
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Intel D845GRG Socket 478 ATX Motherboard w/Video, Audio & LAN

Bottom line: The Intel D845GRG Socket 478 ATX Motherboard w/Video 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

  • ✓ Socket 478 400 MHz system bus Two (2) 184-pin DDR SDRAM DIMM sockets

Cons

  • ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
  • ✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying

Manufacturer description

This Intel D845GRG motherboard supports Intel Pentium 4 and Intel Celeron processors with 400 MHz system bus. Two DIMM sockets support up to 2GB of RAM. Featuring the Intel 845G chipset, this desktop board delivers cutting-edge technology and versatility to meet the needs of today s computing environment. Integrated Intel Extreme Graphics are included or you can install an AGP graphics card for extra performance! Integrated audio is handled by the Analog Devices 1981A and integrated Fast Ethernet let you connect to high-speed networks!Get yours today!

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Intel D845GRG Socket 478 ATX Motherboard w/Video using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro motherboards category. Intel'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.

Key Features

  • Intel D845GRG Socket 478 ATX Motherboard General Features: Intel 845G Chipset microATX form factor
  • Socket 478 400 MHz system bus Two (2) 184-pin DDR SDRAM DIMM sockets
  • Support for up to 2 GB system memory Ultra DMA33/66/100 support
  • Analog Devices AD1981A codec featuring SoundMAX Cadenza Intel Extreme Graphics controller
  • Integrated 10/100 Fast Ethernet

Full Specifications

BrandIntel
Weight845g
USB 2.06
CPU ModelPentium
CPU SocketSocket 478
Chipset TypeIntel
Model NumberD845GRG - BB1602
Mfr Part NumberD845GRG
Number of Items1
Processor SocketSocket 478
Compatible DevicesPersonal Computer
Compatible ProcessorsIntel Celeron
RAM Memory TechnologyDDR
Memory Slots Available2
Graphics Card InterfaceAGP
Memory Storage Capacity2 GB
RAM Memory Maximum Size2 GB
Ram Memory Maximum Size2 GB
System Bus Standard SupportedSATA 3

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Intel D845GRG Socket 478 ATX Motherboard w/Video, Audio & LAN is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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