Those looking for an Apple compatible motherboard sometimes have to look a little harder than their Windows counterparts. Not every motherboard out there is compatible with the Mac OS X operating system. As of November 2010, two companies have emerged as making the best motherboards for Apple. Of course, you can also go to Apple directly.
Gigabyte
Gigabyte knows computer components. In fact, it's all the company makes. The reason gigabyte is the number one choice for those looking to install a new motherboard in do-it-yourself fashion is that Gigabyte's boards use almost all of the same parts as Apple and the boards have native support in Mac OS X.
Asus
Asus has come into its own as a full-blown PC manufacturer these days, but the company has not forgotten where it got its start: motherboards and other internal components. Asus motherboards are not the first choice due to some driver issues with Mac OS X. You may need to hunt around the Internet for the correct drivers to install on the computer when using an Asus board. Still, many people stick with Asus because it is an established company that has a successful track record with motherboards.
Apple
Of course, the easiest way to get an Apple-compatible motherboard is to go directly to Apple itself. If your computer's motherboard is dead or on the way out, Apple does offer a repair service. There are many Apple Authorized Service Providers across the country who have a connection with Apple and can order the correct board for your computer.
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