ASUS Announces World’s First USB 3.1 Gen 2 Motherboard Certification

ASUS was the world's first to be certified for USB 3.0 motherboards.  Today TUF Sabertooth Z97 Mark 2/USB 3.1  does it again by becoming the world’s first motherboard to achieve SuperSpeed USB 10Gbit/s certification for USB 3.1 Gen 2 data-transfer speeds of up to 10Gbit/s.  With the new standard you can see up to double the speed compared to USB 3.0.  ASUS continues the tradition in delivering the best technology to consumers before anyone else.

To pass the USB-IF (USB Implementers Forum) certification, motherboards need to undergo stringent tests set by the  (USB-IF), including signal-quality checks, stress tests and sustained transmission speed.  TUF Sabertooth Z97 Mark 2/USB 3.1 successfully demonstrated wide compatibility with existing USB devices including printers, USB drives, video cameras, mice, headsets and many others.

“USB-IF certification is a proven testing and evaluation process that is absolutely necessary for product interoperability and reliability,” said Jeff Ravencraft, USB-IF President and COO. “As the next generation of USB technology hits the market, we strongly encourage consumers to look for USB-IF-certified products, such as the ASUS TUF Sabertooth Z97 Mark 2/USB 3.1 motherboard, to ensure the best possible user experience.”

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