to use the pcie x1 you can't put your gpu into the first pcie x16 slot. problem is, only the first slot has the metal strengthening asus safe slot. so basically, you pay for 3 useless slots. 4 sata plugs together in the normal location, because having 6 like every other motherboard is too difficult for them to make? then there is another sata plug way down the bottom, all alone. that makes sense, right? this board looks cheaply made and designed by the designers grandchild with crayons. the cooling is designed more for looks than function, and it's not that good looking. all in all, it's very unimpressive. missing functions that a z590 should...view more