Gigabyte
Gigabyte GA-586AP Socket 5 6x SIMM 3x PCI 4x ISA Mainboard
Bottom line: The Gigabyte GA-586AP Socket 5 6x SIMM 3x PCI 4x ISA Mainboard 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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Manufacturer description
Shop eBay Other items contact Short delivery times Fast shipping products 3 year guarantee We issue an invoice with VAT Quality guarantee 10 years on the market Description GIGABYTE GA-586AP s.5 SIMM PCI ISA Type: MOTHERBOARD Manufacturer: GIGABYTE Model: GA-586AP Memory: 6x SIMM Base: 5 Connections: 3x PCI, 4x ISA No original packaging. Will be sealed in a static bag. Written guarantee - 3 years !!! Product gallery More information Goods will be shipped within 48 hours of receipt of payment. We issue an invoice with VAT - 3 year guarantee Technical support Written guarantee Return…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Gigabyte GA-586AP Socket 5 6x SIMM 3x PCI 4x ISA Mainboard using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro motherboards category. Gigabyte'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
| isa_slots | 4 |
|---|---|
| pci_slots | 3 |
| memory_slots | 6x SIMM |
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